Supreme picks
Catch Elton John and Sting
MANILA, Philippines - 2012 was a good year for concerts. This year alone, we had Katy Perry, Death Cab For Cutie, Lady Gaga, Morrissey, The Smashing Pumpkins, Snow Patrol, Maroon 5, David Guetta, Foster The People, and of course, Jennifer Lopez. This weekend, we’re rounding out the year with Elton John and Sting, who perform today and tomorrow, respectively. Their songs have transcended time, and are enjoyed across generations. See how these masters do it and be amazed.
See the world at Cinemanila
The Cinemanila International Film Festival is the country’s longest-running film festival. This year, it features 40 films from 20 countries, with participants including winners from Cannes, Venice, Rotterdam, Busan, Berlin, Edinburgh, Jeonju, and Tokyo. Films to look out for are Michael Haneke’s Amour, which won the Cannes Palme D’or, Nawapol Thamrongrattanarit’s 36, winner at the Busan Festival, as well as local films from cinematic greats Lav Diaz, Raya Martin, Anthony Sanchez. Cinemanila runs until Dec. 11 at Market! Market!, Taguig.
Get a taste of Iran at Cinema in the Open-Air
Much of the Middle East’s culture is shrouded in mystery, with the name alone bringing images of war and political unrest. Frankly, it’s a shame because the region holds so much beauty in terms of art. But this time, we Filipinos can now have a taste of Iranian living in the mini-festival Cinema in the Open-Air. The event will feature seven prominent Iranian films over the course of four Saturdays, beginning today. Some films worth checking out are Here Without Me (Dec. 8), an adaptation of Tennesee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie, Saint Mary (Dec. 15) and The Messiah (Dec. 15), two films that explore the life of Mama Mary and Jesus from an Iranian perspective and the Qur’an, and Iran: Seven Faces of Civilization (Dec. 8), a documentary that brings to life 7,000 years of the country’s history using advanced animation techniques. Screening happens at 7 p.m., at the Rizal Park Open-Air Auditorium. Admission is free, because what we love more than good films is free good films.
Give street cred to Botong Francisco’s ‘A Nation Imagined’
Street artists have to thank Botong Francisco, who revived the lost art of mural-making and elevated it to a National Artist-worthy endeavor. After all, what is street art but murals with attitude? This year, the Ayala Museum and the Ayala Foundation are teaming up to showcase Francisco’s works in time for the artist’s birth centenary. The exhibit will feature 40 works, from studies and sketches to large-scale paintings, some of which have never been seen in public. The pieces will be accompanied by an exclusive short film by Peque Gallaga, which will show the public murals the artist has made. Years have passed since Botong’s passing, but he is still the original “vandal.” Show some respect. Show started last Dec. 4 and will continue until March 31, 2013 at the Ayala Museum.
Treat yourself at the Muni Pop-Up Shop
We all love a great bargain, and now is the perfect time to treat ourselves. The Muni Pop-Up Shop is an event that gathers creative individuals to sell pre-loved, locally-made, low environmental-impact gift options, making splurging a guilt-free and fun affair. Take all our money, we won’t mind. The sale happens today, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Moonleaf Tea Shop, on Maginhawa, Quezon City.
Go gaga at the Vania Romoff holiday sale
Fashion designer Vania Romoff kicks off her holiday sale today. The designer is known for clothes that are a heady mix of romantic and sultry. Her holiday collection that premiered at Philippine Fashion Week last May showed pieces reminiscent of Parisian chic, and will be perfect for the clan’s Christmas party. The sale will be at Romoff’s boutique in 3D LPL Towers, Legazpi St., corner Greenbelt Drive, Legazpi Village, Makati.
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