Behind the Screen Series: The Lightbenders, Part 2 The Veteran and the Newcomer In this special sub-series of Third World Cinema Club, we take a look at the people involved in film production, whose work audiences see and feel on screen, but might not know about. For this episode, we
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A podcast about Philippine Cinema and possibly other things.
Episode 27 – Tey Clamor and Cesca Lee
Behind the Screen Series: The Lightbenders, Part 1 In this special sub-series of Third World Cinema Club, we take a look at the people involved in film production, whose work audiences see and feel on screen, but might not know about. For this episode (and in celebration of International Women’s
Episode 26 – Ricky Lee
Ricky Lee is one of the Philippines’ most acclaimed screenwriters, responsible for writing many of the country’s most iconic films. In this episode of Third World Cinema Club, Sir Ricky talks about his humble beginnings writing as a young man, his days as an activist, his approach to writing stories
Episode 25 – Ulan
Irene Villamor’s latest film, Ulan, is profoundly different compared to her previous work. A mix of romance and magical realism, the film’s quite unlike anything we’ve ever seen. In this episode of Third World Cinema Club, the gang talks about Ulan, among other things. Did we like it? Bakit kami
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Episode 24 – Jet Leyco [Second Coming]
Jet Leyco’s latest film, Second Coming, drew from supernatural horror and horror more grounded in domestic hopes and fears. In this episode of Third World Cinema Club, we talk to Jet about his body of work, alternative cinema, and… love advice? Kanye also makes a cameo in this episode. (the
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Episode 23 – Miko Livelo [‘Tol]
Miko Livelo’s been making headway in Philippine Cinema recently, releasing two comedy films in the span of half a year. In the latest Third World Cinema Club episode (that we totally, 100% telling the truth, recorded in Boracay), Miko talks about his filmmaking process, his other films I Love You
Episode 22 – Alone/Together
Antoinette Jadaone’s latest film, Alone/Together, has taken the country by storm. In the span of two days, the Black Sheep production has earned 61 million pesos. For this special Valentine’s edition of Third World Cinema Club, the gang talks about the film. Is the hype justified? Let’s find out together.
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Episode 21 – Elise [with Joel Ferrer]
Elise took a lot of people by surprise when it quietly made its way into cinemas earlier this month, with some calling it an early contender for one of the best films of 2019. For this episode of Third World Cinema Club, the gang talks to director Joel Ferrer about
Episode 20 – JP Habac (Sakaling Maging Tayo)
Third World Cinema Club features JP Habac, director of Sakaling Maging Tayo and I’m Drunk, I Love You. We talk about his filmmaking process, creating art from what you know, and “sexy Himala.” notes: Mild spoilers for Sakaling Maging Tayo and slightly major spoilers for I’m Drunk, I Love You
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Episode 19 – Kuya Wes [With James Robin Mayo]
Cinemalaya 2018’s Kuya Wes will be getting its commercial release in cinemas on March 13, 2019. For this episode, the gang talks with director James Robin Mayo about Kuya Wes, his experience working with lead actor Ogie Alcasid, and his other major work, 2017’s The Chanters. Notes: Spoilers for Kuya
Episode 18 – Born Beautiful
For our first episode of 2019, the gang talks about Born Beautiful, the follow-up to 2016’s Die Beautiful. We look forward to sharing the best (and worst?) of Philippine Cinema with all of you. Notes: This episode contains spoilers for Born Beautiful and descriptions of sexual situations. Listener discretion is
Episode 17 – The Year in Review, 2018
For Third World Cinema Club’s last episode of 2018, the gang looks back at the year that was. Join John, Tristan, DJ, Jim and Princess as they celebrate their favorite films, performances and movie moments of the year. Here’s a table with the tabulation of votes for this year’s favorite
Episode 16: Jack Em Popoy: The Puliscredibles
The Third World Cinema Club watches the Vic Sotto-Coco Martin collaboration Jack Em Popoy, and the results are not what you might expect. We were planning to watch the whole fest, but none of us really wanted to, to be honest, so we decided to watch whatever was available. Queen
Episode 15 – Creed II [Special Boni Day Edition]
The gang takes a holiday from local films and watches Creed II, sequel to Ryan Coogler’s 2015 sports drama. Don’t worry, we’ll be back to covering Filipino films for our next episode! Visit our Facebook Page over at https://www.facebook.com/TWCC.ph/
Episode 14 – Kung Paano Siya Nawala (with Rhian Ramos)
The gang talks to actress Rhian Ramos about her latest movie, TBA’s Kung Paano Siya Nawala, followed by a post-screening discussion of the film. Find out why the movie stands out among this year’s smorgasbord of local romantic movies. Para sa bago nating parlor! Warning: spoilers are present for Kung
Episode 13 – Dwein Baltazar
The gang talks to award-winning director-screenwriter Dwein Baltazar, where she talks about her film making process and other things. Did you know that there was another planned ending to Oda sa Wala? Why is the character in Exes Baggage named after her? What’s up with Aileen in Gusto Kita With
Episode 12 – QCinema 2018 (with Oggs Cruz)
Rappler film critic Oggs Cruz joins the gang as they talk about the recently concluded QCinema International Film Festival. Young lovers, old lovers, basketball players, bird creatures and corpses abound in this episode of Third World Cinema Club! How many sponsors can we fit into one episode? Who really knows?
Episode 11 – Natileigh Sitoy (Come on Irene)
The gang talks with actress Natileigh Sitoy about her latest film, Come on Irene (Itoshi no Irene). She also talks about her experiences as an actress, her involvement in several projects, and so on. There’s a major bit of news in this episode that may shock you! Yes, I guess
Episode 10 – Paglisan (with director Carl Papa)
The gang talks to the director of Cinema One Originals 2018’s Best Film, Paglisan. We talk about cartoons, anime, why loaves of bread at a film festival are awesome, and twins Chino and Tali. Is this the last episode of our podcast? Just kidding.
Episode 9.2 – Cinema One Originals 2018, Part 2
Our coverage of Cinema One Originals 2018 continues! We are still joined by actress Elora Españo as we talk about the remaining five competition films from the festival. How many innuendos about Fisting can we fit into one podcast!? Will we be rated X by the MTRCB? Will something spooky
Episode 9.1 – Cinema One Originals 2018, Part 1
It’s time to talk about Cinema One Originals 2018! Actress and friend of the podcast Elora Españo joins the club as they talk about the soon to be concluded fest. In this part, we talk about Keith Deligero’s A Short History of a Few Bad Things, comedies Asuang and Bagyong
Episode 8 – Asuang (with Rayn Brizuela and Alwyn Uytingco)
We’ve had producers and actors in this podcast so far, but how about a veritable Social Media God? We talk to the director and the star of one of the best received films of this year’s Cinema One Originals Film Festival, the mockumentary Asuang. Listen to the club engage in
Episode 7 – Liway (with Glaiza de Castro, Dominic Roco and Alemberg Ang)
The Third World Cinema Club interviews the cast and crew of upcoming film Liway! Join John as he interviews actors Glaiza de Castro, Dominic Roco and producer Alemberg Ang as they share a few insights about Cinemalaya’s highest grossing film. Liway opens October 10 in cinemas nationwide. Theatrical trailer
Episode 6 – ToFarm, Exes Baggage, C1 preview
It’s Third World Cinema Club’s Biggest episode yet! We talk about the recently concluded ToFarm Film Festival, the most science fiction heavy festival in the Philippines. After that, we go on to talk about Dan Villegas’ Exes Baggage. Finally, we make predictions for the upcoming Cinema One Originals Film Festival.
Episode 5 – Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral
It’s time for another episode of Third World Cinema Club! Film Police Reviews’ Princess Kinoc joins the club as the gang talks about Jerrold Tarog’s Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral. Recorded at Kwago Book Bar.
