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The “First”

It is often the “first” that defines the greatness of an achievement – first to set foot on the moon, first to reach the summit of mount Everest, first to discover the polio vaccine, first to photograph deep sea vents, first to map the human DNA structure, etc. The “first” of Ricky Bermudez is a [...]

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Film Review: Constantine

I watched the  movie “Constantine” movie last night. Since the original version is not screened here in Rome, I watched the Italian-dubbed edition of the film. The character of Keanu Reeves introduced himself in an 007-like fashion, saying, “Sono John. John Constantine. Stronzo!” or something to that effect. From a Christian standpoint, suicide is immoral, [...]

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Film Review: Magnifico

IMAGING GOD IN FILM Magnifico as a Christ-Figure in Philippine Cinema SYNOPSIS Magnifico is a heartrending film about a Filipino boy whose love and sense of mission changed the lives of those around him. Produced in 2003, the film directed by Maryo de los Reyes won at least 25 awards not only in the Philippines [...]

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Video Shooting

During the shooting for the music video entitled “Power of Your Love”. As director, I rehearsed Barbara for her lines and showed her the storyboard. Barbara was the main actress of the video. Explaining to Barbara the path and movement of the camera to give her an idea how I wanted the shot to be [...]

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Film Review: The Insider

An Analysis Of “The Insider” Movie From A Journalistic Point Of View Synopsis of the movieAn “insider” is one who has special knowledge or access to confidential information. He/she is usually an officer of a corporation or someone who has access to private information about the corporation’s operations. The movie “The Insider” centers on the [...]

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