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As a self-proclaimed cinephile, getting to write this article with some of my Vantage Magazine co-staffers was a fun and challenging feat. I learned how to balance out my personal tastes and genuine critique of a media I love through this feature.

I've always been interested in dissecting the intersection between queerness and the horror genre, and this expose I co-wrote for Vantage Magazine delves into its complicated history with decades worth of discourse.

When you're gone, what will you leave behind?

From the Certified Lover Boys driving Mitsubishi Lancers to the “pabigat” BS Org groupmates, there is a never-ending list of stereotypes plaguing Ateneans. In online discussions (ADMU Freedom Wall, meme pages, Twitter threads—you name it), Miguel and Bea have recently become the face of the typical Atenean. However, with Miguel …

What’s on your playlist? 🤔🎧 Find out as Vantage Magazine presents the first episode of a new series called Campus Speaks!

I've always been a fan of theater since high school, so being able to watch this show by the Ateneo ENTABLADO from the front seat was definitely a dream come true. Writing this review has helped me develop my artistic eye further both in criticism and art production.

My review of Fun Guys, one of the student-led food stalls for the 2023 JSEC Challenge at the Ateneo de Manila University.

Co-writing this cover story for Vantage Magazine, the article discusses what "good" queer representation is in Philippine media and how championing accurate representations is more complicated than you think.

A review on Guillermo del Toro’s “Pinocchio” (2022) on Netflix.

My feature article on Twitter hub for local teen magazines, @glossyarchive.

An essay on queer friendships in “Heartstopper” for the Coming-of-age column of The GUIDON’s Vantage Magazine.

MUSIC HAS always had the power to build families out of strangers—transcending any differences they may have. RausHaus, a young Ateneo-based music collective, shines as an exemplar of this notion as they provide a home not just for musicians but all kinds of creatives as well; they value their sense …

“What can you do when you’re tossed in the middle of this so-called normal with the little you know?” the cast sings on the titular number, “We Aren’t Kids Anymore.” Experiencing the transition from childhood to adulthood in a global pandemic is hardly normal—and lockdown has done nothing but aggravate …

If there’s anything that makes Taylor Swift’s music heart-wrenching, it’s the vulnerability in her storytelling. Although she played the role of an author in the “All Too Well” short film, Swift is yet to release her own romance novel. Luckily, we’ve prepared a list of books you can read while …

49 years later, Martial Law’s far-reaching consequences are still felt in the economic, environmental, and social arenas. As the threat of historical revisionism perseveres, the variegated works of Filipino artists produced out of their continual engagement and response to the issues of the regime become vital. Protest art is not …

Ever since my second year of college, I knew that I would be taking on my senior year thesis project alone. It would be the hardest two semesters ever with weeks of seemingly endless research, reading, and writing, but I admit that I still romanticized the process quite a bit.

It's the return of the comeback! Here's something to enjoy before the end of the quarter break! #TheGlimpses on The GYUDON brings you the latest news on Ateneo’s most pressing issues today. Editor's Note: This is a work of satire.

It’s ironic how food—something so universally revered—can still be taken for granted. Often, it’s the simple pleasures of life that we miss the most when they’re finally gone. And yes, food, like most things, has a lifespan. Sometimes a relative may fail to pass down a treasured recipe, or a …

Netflix’s third installment of Formula 1: Drive to Survive continues the docuseries’ attempt to grant viewers a glimpse into Formula 1’s drama beyond race results. While its first two seasons are not without controversy—with drivers critiquing its overt sensationalism—Netflix managed to showcase an exciting albeit occasionally fabricated side of the …

Few romantic comedies in recent years have been more highly anticipated than Netflix’s To All The Boys series, which follows shy, but sweet Lara Jean Covey (Lana Condor) as she journeys through the world of love and adolescence. While the final installment of the trilogy does several new things right, …

As the new year dawns, it’s easy to say you want to start afresh. But how do busy students actually stick to their plans? Studies have shown that if you really want to pursue your goals, you need to become a creature of habit. So forget New Year’s Resolutions and …

This is Vantage POINT: A monthly moodboard for things that have been on our minds as of late, topics both fresh and familiar. We point you towards what to watch out for and what we think you should be enjoying right now. And if whatever we love becomes whatever you …

A review on Ateneo Blue Repertory's first online play—Party Worth Crashing. I reviewed the play after being tasked to live-tweet its press conference.

A feature on members of the growing body positivity movement

While the concept of female beauty standards is nothing new, the advent of social media has further heightened the already unrealistic standards of what the ideal woman should look like. The body positivity movement, which began as a way to empower plus-sized women, seeks to challenge these standards. In an …

Weeks before Spotify dropped the yearly Wrapped playlists, I already knew what my top song of 2020 would be. In fact, most people in my life knew what my top song would be. When I checked mine on December 2, sure enough, there it was.

The life of any individual artist involves navigating various unfamiliar circumstances and mental blocks in pursuit of creative endeavors. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented an almost-insurmountable challenge to artists. With venues closing and quarantine restrictions, artists have been forced to stay home—devoid of commissions or any outside inspiration.

Coming-of-age is a Vantage column where staffers share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this monthly column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas.

It’s no secret that music is widely used as a form of expression, often reflecting human experience. Many artists write about how they feel or what they know, whether this is love, loss, or friendship. This is why artists often turn to protest music when wishing to express their views …