Netflix’s Squid Game and the Nemesis of Equality

Netflix’s recent survival K-drama series Squid Game aims to address our qualms for equality. While Squid Game is an exciting survival series, what I love about it most is the political commentary behind its fascinating premise. Our world today is bombarded with inequality. Everywhere we go, we see inequality. And it sucks. We see that the world is a tall pyramid where very few enjoy … Continue reading Netflix’s Squid Game and the Nemesis of Equality

NeP-C LedesmaOctober 11, 2021October 12, 2021Leave a comment

Album Review, Favorites

‘Kinain ng Social Media’ by Mani Kontador is Musically-Nostalgic and Socially-Relevant

Mani Kontador ‘Kinain ng Social Media’ EP Review As a millennial, I find it delightful when a new artist reminds me of my generation. From grade school until mid-college, I was very much into punk rock and all the other genres it encapsulates (emo punk, post-hardcore, etc.). Mani Kontador offers a punk rock repertoire that reminds me of OPM alternative acts, so they’re a great … Continue reading ‘Kinain ng Social Media’ by Mani Kontador is Musically-Nostalgic and Socially-Relevant

NeP-C LedesmaOctober 7, 2021October 8, 2021Leave a comment

Favorites

My Top 10 Most Favorite Tribute Songs for Mom

Happy Mother’s Day! This is one of the very few worldly celebrations that is worthy of being sensationalized. Most mothers have done their part and perhaps their best in raising their children, and what better way to thank them than celebrating their love for a day in a year (or maybe even more)? Whether our mothers have been a positive, negative, or indifferent instrument in … Continue reading My Top 10 Most Favorite Tribute Songs for Mom

NeP-C LedesmaMay 9, 2020August 20, 20213 Comments

Film and TV

9 Most Essential Films in the Year 2000

So what’s the significance of blogging about the most essential films in a particular era or year? As we all know, more than half of the world’s population is now in quarantine, and the country with the most coronavirus cases in the USA. Since it is the world’s largest economy, all its entertainment, fiscal, and political relations are affected. News about spring and summer film … Continue reading 9 Most Essential Films in the Year 2000

NeP-C LedesmaApril 23, 2020September 6, 20216 Comments

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On Our Radar

Maine Mendoza Joins the Clique of Phenomenal Non-Singers to Release an Original Single

It’s been more than a year when they announced that Maine Mendoza is set to have a musical project under Universal Records. I was stunned, for I’ve seen what Maine’s singing capabilities are. Why would she yearn to release an album despite her limitations in the musical front? Non-Singers with Recording Contracts like Maine Mendoza It has been commonplace in the Filipino entertainment industry to … Continue reading Maine Mendoza Joins the Clique of Phenomenal Non-Singers to Release an Original Single

NeP-C LedesmaMarch 28, 2020August 20, 20215 Comments

Album Review

Unique ‘Pangalan’ Review: Unique Lets us in the Deeper Layers of his Psyche

Listening to Unique Salonga’s sophomore effort Pangalan has transported me into the deep-seated psychedelic stream of his consciousness–sounds of isolation, clutter, disturbance, struggles. Mysterious as he is, he gives us a chance to see through him in Pangalan. That is if we puzzle out his every stance. The 8-track sophomore album won’t be an easy feat for his usual bubblegum pop-loving fans unless they’ve been … Continue reading Unique ‘Pangalan’ Review: Unique Lets us in the Deeper Layers of his Psyche

NeP-C LedesmaMarch 27, 2020September 6, 20214 Comments

Film and TV

Itaewon Class Episode 2 Review: Your Inside Guide to Oligarchs

Jang Dae-Hee (wonderfully played by Yoo Jae Myung), the owner of the Jang Group, and the main villain of the Netflix Korean Drama, Itaewon Class, lets us in on how an oligarch thinks, based on the current status of our world’s class divide. I’ll be honest. I’m only on the second episode of this Park Seo-Joon starrer drama. However, it’s like I’ve already completed its … Continue reading Itaewon Class Episode 2 Review: Your Inside Guide to Oligarchs

NeP-C LedesmaMarch 14, 2020September 6, 20216 Comments

Events

#SundinAngPuso with Pepsi

On March 7, 2020, Pepsi Philippines held the third leg of its #PEPSITASTECHALLENGE with its campaign, #SUNDINANGPUSO, in Davao City. It was a whole day of fun games and surprises. Pepsi brought some of the hottest acts we have today: Jinho Bae, Matthaios, and SB19, and influencers Mimiyuuuh, Laureen Uy, and Alyssa Valdez. Unbeknownst to a lot of Filipinos, Pepsi is the go-to chaser for … Continue reading #SundinAngPuso with Pepsi

NeP-C LedesmaMarch 10, 2020December 3, 2020Leave a comment

Actors, The Pop Blog Crush

Max von Sydow Tribute: One of the Kingpins of World Cinema

No one can ever write about an actor as vividly as his close relations, co-actors, and directors, or perhaps a fan who has been following his work for many years. However, I am quite enamored by Max von Sydow, not because of a necessary tribute, but because as good an actor he was, I found a little space for him in the cinephile division of … Continue reading Max von Sydow Tribute: One of the Kingpins of World Cinema