Planner Doodles

I am a type of girl who loves to doodle in my planner, diary, notebook, & other piece of scratch papers (though I am not really given the talent to draw), anyways, whenever I have nothing to do, or whenever I am bored, here's what I do:

2316 is so 2006. Can't get over? Get over it! Haha.

I am so killjoy that time. Didn't eat Media Noche. Didn't go out to watch the fireworks & everything outside, didn't jump or whatsoever tradition. Just stayed in my room & then that's it. Haha. Very happy start! Well, it's new year everyday naman. Okay lang yun.. xD

Rosario Movie Critique

Rosario, a Metro Manila Film Festival Entry of Cinemabuhay and Studio 25 was directed by Albert Martinez. It was released December 25, 2010 and was starred by Jennylyn Mercado as Rosario, Yul Servo as Vicente, and Dennis Trillo as Alberto. I watched the Movie last January 5, 2010 at Ayala Malls, Trinoma and even if it was already the third week of the airing of the Movie, the Cinema Place was still filled with people watching.

            The story revolves around the life of Rosario (Jennylyn Mercado), a beautiful, intelligent and sophisticated Filipina who just got home from New York.  She was only supposed to stay on vacation on their hacienda but then she met Vicente (Yul Servo), who manages their family’s tobacco plantation, and she fell in love with him. When her father and mother knew about their disgraceful relationship, they sent Rosario to convent, but then Rosario eloped with Vicente afterwards. Their cohabitation is a picture of a married bliss, not until Vicente suffered from tuberculosis, which lured Rosario in committing adultery.

            The movie was based on a true story of Manny V. Pangilinan’s grandmother, and it was set on one of the most colorful periods in Philippine History. The movie set appears to be realistic for a 1920’s movie setting. It was taken on a province, and an hacienda that portrays back a scenery that looks like back at that time. The vehicles and other places have been well-prepared, and even the dresses and outfits of the cast describe a 1920 Filipino. The vintage cars has been the perfect example of a well-represented props used in the movie.

The acting of the casts has been great enough to keep the audience into the flow of the movie, and they delivered the lines and actions well that the drama became more realistic. However, some parts just look so exaggerated that it appears to be a bit eerie. An example of which is when Carding (Sid Lucero) saw Rosario after making up with his Tio (Ricky Davao) and he was driven by too much anger that he punched the latter too much, and at the first throw, the blood was already overly portrayed to the point that his Tio wasn’t even able to fight back.

            The cinematography is great that the entire movie appears to be eye-soothing and all of the details, the setting, the props, the dresses, and the faces of the actors and actresses has been emphasized and shown vividly on the screen. The sounds and backdrop music did not interrupt any of the scenes, and even made the movie even better. The only big drawback for “Rosario” is its own basis, Rosario Herrera herself. At some point, instead of being pitiful for her repugnant life, people might even unlike her for her selfish-centered decisions. In the end, even if some moral lessons are depicted in the story, it will leave you a query why the life of Rosario Herrera has been seen onscreen especially when there are only limited knowledge that can be excavated her real life story. Still, the movie is fine enough not to be watched by the people because even if the history doesn’t tell so much about Rosario Herrera, the film was still conceptualized well that most of the people will easily understand it.

Watch Rosario Official Theatrical Trailer

My Girl (Korean Version)

Believe it or not, I just finished watching the whole series of My Girl (Korean Version) last  December 31. Though it was aired on ABS-CBN some time ago, I wasn't able to watch it dubbed in Filipino (but I guessed I saw some episodes of it though). Well, I prefer to marathon watching Asian Novs anyway.

Even though I already have a clue on what the story is about since it was already shown before, but then I still liked watching the drama. The last episode is the one that made me cry a lot, but then again, I did not liked the ending :O

Yoo Rin is cute, but I didn't like the why she cries. Doesn't look realistic. Heh.

Just like some other dramas, Gong Chan only confessed his love for Yoo Rin at the later part of the story. Their relationship is cute, but it feels like it's lacking some sweetness, especially when you compare it to other romance dramas.

Still, I liked My Girl. & I'm kinda inlove with some of it's OSTs. Hehe.

Since it's classes again, I bet I couldn't watch another one. Especially because I am bombarded with school activities. I'm looking forward to next vacation. =)

Yuletide Break 2010's Almost Over

So, there's only 6 hours left before we go back to Manila. I'm going to travel with my friends & our high school elder batch. I can't really say it's a very happy vacation, but it's still a nice one. I spent the vacation with my friends, ofcourse, haha, & dad went home so we were able to go out.

I just can't believe I need to go back to Manila later. Why are classes so early this year? New Year na New Year bumabyahe ako.

Anyway, I am not yet done packing my things, and I can't find fleepsy's lens cap again. :(

Oh well, I hope this year turns out to be a good one. Past few years have been so much of a mess for me. :|

Here are some of the pictures I had this Christmas Vacay:

@Kavz late birthday Celebration - December 23, 2010

@Tita Grace's house, Family Christmas Celebration - December 24, 2010

@HDJ, Family Post Christmas Dinner - December 26, 2010

@Regional Science High School (Region 02) 3rd Grand Alumni Homecoming - December 26, 2010

December 27, 2010 - My Brother's birthday

December 28, 2010 - Overnight @ Renzel's house

December 29, 2010 - @Daryl's house in Cabagan(fiesta), & photoshoot @Sta Maria Bridge

(pictures are not yet uploaded, I didn't bring the camera because I don't feel like doing so. Haha)

@Mix & Blends - December 31, 2010

Pictures were not of good quality because I wasn't able to edit them, I am only using our desktop computer because my laptop's charger has been broken. Plus, I am not serious in taking the photos because I preferred enjoying the moment with them. Haha finding a justification for being an amateur photo enthusiast. lol.

So that's it. Going back to Manila unproductive. I wasn't able to do any of my home works & papers, & I wasn't able to finish all the books I am supposed to read. Lame!!!!

Haha a picnik-edited pichuuuur for yeah!

ANYWAY, HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

Photo Walk (Delfin Albano Bridge, Isabela)

Last December 23, I had a photo walk with two of my friends who's also interested in taking pictures, along with our two other friends who's willing to be in the picture. lol. It's not a serious photo shoot though, even if I dream to have a decent one.

We walked from my friend's house, up to the bridge, so I was able to take a lot of pictures.

The Wheats in the field. The weeds. Everything shows how simple life is simple, & how simplicity is beautiful.

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