In Becky and Badette, director Jun Lana is facing the social media machine and what those who use it can be willing to do to gain fame. The comedy tackles this subject through Becky and Badette, played by Eugene Domingo and Pokwang. Best friends since their school days, they are in dead-end jobs, completely broke,…
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74th Berlin International Film Festival: In Conversation with Meryam Joobeur, Director of “Who Do I Belong To”
In the film industry, where originality often takes a back seat to commercial formulas, Meryam Joobeur is a truly authentic storyteller. Her latest project, screened in the Competition at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival, Who Do I Belong To, beautifully connects themes of family, its identity, and the ramifications of extremism with a deft…
Len Adz: A New Chapter in Music – From “Shades at Night” to “Dizzy” – Exclusive Interview
Len Adz, formerly known as Jomalxne, sat in his dimly lit studio and was happy to answer all of my questions. His latest single, Dizzy, featuring Yonko, had just been released, marking a new chapter in his musical life. Dizzy was a celebration of weekends and parties and a reflection of Len’s own experiences. He…
Mek Jirakit Thawornwong’s Dual Pursuit: Balancing Acting and Musical Aspirations
Jirakit Thawornwong, also known as Mek, started his career a decade ago in his native country of Thailand. And at the age of twenty-nine, he has already made a name for himself as both an actor and a promising singer. While the latter is still in the making, one can be sure that he will…
ID:Earth Unites the Universe with Music – Exclusive Interview
ID:Earth is an enigmatic and fascinating artist. Originally from South Korea, she comes across as a creative musician whose imagination is simply cosmic. When she debuted in 2019 with Egypt, a cross-genre Pop song, the singer quickly impressed those who seek rawness in music. With a few singles and EPs under her belt, the artist…
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