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Scientist, actor, writer & film programmer. Alumnus of @iffr @fareastfilm & @yidff_8989 . Head of QCShorts & Critics Lab. Part-time faculty at ADMU & CIIT.

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Jason Tan Liwag

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For @rapplerdotcom , I spoke to filmmaker Arvin Belarmino about his beginnings in IT, his pivot from neorealism to absurdism, and why 'bakte' became the subject of RADIKALS – his new short premiering at Cannes Critics Week 2024 ( @semainecannes ).

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A love letter to bakte: The making of Arvin Belarmino’s ‘Radikals’

We speak to filmmaker Arvin Belarmino about his beginnings in IT, how his upbringing in Manila and Cavite encouraged his pivot from neorealism to absurdism, and why 'bakte' became the subject of...

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

Many of us will not be affected by the results of today's elections. Privilege will insulate us from the effects. The rich can easily leave the country. But the poor and the marginalized will be robbed of chances at a better life. They have no option but to stay and suffer.

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Hello to the best sari-sari store with the best sari-sari store name.

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3 years

Sinisisi niyo si Angel Locsin at ang mga community pantries pero hindi niyo masisi ang gobyerno para sa mahigit 15,000 na namatay dahil sa COVID???

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3 years

I'm still not over this, Robi Domingo.

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2 years

One of the worst parts about having body dysmorphia is the self-loathing that comes with taking photos. You get so conscious about how you look that you end up refusing to document your life. You wind up erased from your own milestones.

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So today, I had a career talk for a bunch of life sciences undergrads on why we need to do research. I started by asking: "Name five Filipino scientist from the top of your head. Go.". They were silent and after a while, I said: "Exactly. I hope you understand the problem."

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

BBM would've NEVER survived this.

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

State of Grace is still Taylor Swift's best album opener.

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Jason Tan Liwag

1 year

ang dami nang nangyari kalahati pa lang tayo ng january 2023

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

Can we just thank Justin Besana for giving us these beautiful Filipino posters in just the last few months?!?

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Jason Tan Liwag

4 years

If the cops don't know the law, why should we entrust them to enforce it???

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Jason Tan Liwag

4 years

Duterte has done nothing with the power he has so far, so why should he be granted more??? Step down.

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BREAKING: Malacañang is asking PH Congress to declare a nat'l emergency, grant special powers to Pres. Duterte to address the crisis spawned by #COVID19 , based on copy of Malacañang's proposed bill sent to Senate, a copy of which ABS-CBN News has just obtained. | via @mikenavallo

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3 years

Hindi pala universal experience na may high school classmate na sinasapian?

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

When Olivia Rodrigo wrote "1 step forward, 3 steps back", she was referring to the Philippine government.

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3 years

We have more people following COVID-19 protocols (wearing masks, etc.) here than in other countries. We're failing because the government is focused on militarization and taking advantage of the pandemic for their political gain. They're sacrificing us. They always have been.

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Admittedly, I'm curious about this because what falls under "plagiarism" for dance? Sure the steps themselves are a staple esp in the context of the songs, but here there are also similarities with changes in formation. Where do you draw the line esp in the context of cheer?

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#UAAPCDC2022 👀

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2 years

I want what they had.

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3 years

I just wanna say: What the fuck?

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Every journalist who asks these questions — ones that endangers their subjects, especially in this political situation — should not have a place in journalism.

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'ANG DUMI PO NG QUESTION NA YAN.' Ana Patricia Non criticized a media question on whether she has communist links. @denverINQ

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i think there's something wrong with this...

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2 years

Not everyone will have the privilege of 'waiting out the next six years' here in the Philippines. Wake up.

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4 years

I just wanna say that I know a lot of people like this and more often than not they're discouraged from learning the language because people shit on them for not knowing Filipino early on.

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

Only a specific batch, which was made in Thailand, was recalled. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland added that "the contaminated product does not pose an acute risk to health." Why does this thread not include these details? People are panicking over pancit canton!

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JUST IN: The governments of Ireland, France and Malta have issued health safety warnings, telling their constituents not to consume popular Filipino instant noodles brand 'Lucky Me' ‘due to high level of ethylene oxide.’

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Jason Tan Liwag

5 years

Overheard at McDo: "Naka-AirPods ka nga, di ka naman Spotify Premium."

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Throwback to this top-tier reddit thread:

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Jason Tan Liwag

1 year

Forever answer: Mailes Kanapi.

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@phtvandfilmupd

Philippine TV & Film Updates

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1 year

Name an actor who may not always be the main character but always makes the movie they’re in better Soliman Cruz

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3 years

"Bakit ang sama ng tingin mo sa akin?" "Nearsighted ako."

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Jason Tan Liwag

6 years

Overheard at Ateneo: "I don't care if he calls me 'supot'. I don't even know what that means."

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

The people who say "Filipino cinema is dead" are usually the ones who haven't seen enough of Filipino cinema to say so.

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Jason Tan Liwag

8 months

Interest check: Would anyone be interested to watch a double feature of Jopy Arnaldo's "Gitling" and Celine Song's "Past Lives"?

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I am asking that @inquirerdotnet take this article down because it is blatant misinformation and is outright irresponsible journalism. Here's why (a science thread!!!):

CopperMask helps block coronavirus in airborne droplets in style | Inquirer Entertainment

Face masks have become an essential part of the fight against the spread of SAR-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19. Masks have become part of the

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Pangarap ko lang naman uminom habang nakasablay ako.

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

A thread of must-watch LGBTQIA+ short films:

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Mas matagal pa yung "5 Seconds Walang Malisya" kaysa doon sa pag-UV??? Haisxt

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An LRTA personnel equipped with a UV light disinfectant goes around an LRT coach at the Baclaran Station. LRTA says UV Light disinfection is done on each end of the LRT line before a coach is sent for its next run.

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Find someone who knows how to love you when you're sad.

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Jason Tan Liwag

4 years

Can we stop using "the resilience of the Filipino community" as an excuse to allow for shitty governance and the persistence of these horrible social structures???

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

So uhm...I think I came out to my parents.

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

BREAKING: Erik Matti's sociopolitical thriller 'On the Job 2: The Missing 8' has been selected as the Philippines' submission for the Best International Feature category at the 95th Academy Awards. The film won John Arcilla the Volpi Cup in 2021.

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"Ano itong list?" "Trailblazers from around the world, mom. They picked me." She squints at the screen. "Bakit? LGBTQ ka ba, Jase?" I paused. Maybe this unravels everything but maybe it puts everything into place. I'll only know after. "Yeah, mom. I am."

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I think it's pretty nice that both GOMBURZA and FIREFLY — two films that have been struggling to play in theaters — are the top two films at this year's #MMFF2023 . But that begs the question: Can't the festival intervene so their entries have proper cinema distribution?

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Sabi mo kahit ano, so... Here's Ariana and Ian ( @ianpangilinan_ ).

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3 years

No one: Rufa Mae Quinto in Super-B:

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Someone still loves you, Rico Yan.

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4 years

The real "best picture" race in 2018 was in the international cinema category.

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2018 was such a weird year for film, but i feel like everyone’s favs from it tell a lot abt their taste. genuinely curious what’s everyone’s top 3 from 2018?

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We vote not only for ourselves but for others. The status quo has disenfranchised many of our fellow Filipinos and pushed their stories and lives to the margins, only to be forgotten by the system meant to uphold their lives and liberties. We failed them. We failed each other.

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In third year college, Calasanz asked me during a Philo oral exam: "Paano kung hindi ka tanggapin ng magulang mo kasi bakla ka?" I told him: "Kung ang tagal kong di natanggap ang sarili ko, bakit ko aasahang tatanggapin ako ng iba agad-agad? Okay lang. Mahal ko pa rin sila."

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1 year

Dolly de Leon, you will always be famous.

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2 years

Enough with CTTO!!! Verify your sources!!! Stop spreading misinformation!!!

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8 months

Happy birthday, @ianpangilinan_ :)

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4 years

At the height of my mental instability and endless self-loathing two years ago, I was curled up in the car next to my father. I asked him: "How do you manage me, dad?" He said: "I don't. I love you and hope that is enough." I wept. He hugged me. I am grateful for my parents.

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3 years

What may be discussion points for you are lived experiences for others.

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4 years

When will we realize that the world won't be changed by charity, but by alterations in policy?

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3 years

I just wanna say: What the fuck?!?

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FIREFLY (2023; dir. Zig Dulay): The spiritual successor of BLACK RAINBOW. Initially bogged down by its framing device but is saved by its sincerity and simplicity. Could've easily been an animated film. Alessandra De Rossi is one of our most underrated actresses. #MMFF2023

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3 years

Here's a reminder: Just because you have a Ph.D. doesn't mean that your insights won't be garbage.

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2 years

In an attempt to encourage more people to check out Filipino cinema, here's a thread of Filipino festivals and retrospectives:

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LET ME. WRITE ABOUT. DONBELLE.

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3 years

I just gotta say: Holy fucking shit.

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2 years

I am aware that this is not the last battle that we will fight. But it still feels like an overwhelming loss, even if the counts aren't official. I have no more words. Tonight, like the rest of you, I grieve.

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Jason Tan Liwag

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The photo is a year old but the smile remains the same. Wish @ianpangilinan_ a lot of luck today!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 And catch him on SNL later!!! #SNLChristmasBonus

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2 years

For @rapplerdotcom , I wrote about why those involved with @dragraceph need to stop antagonizing their fanbase and instead start listening to them. #DragRacePH

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Why 'Drag Race Philippines' should listen to its critics

Members of the production team of 'Drag Race Philippines' should not be antagonizing their fans online

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

. @ianpangilinan_ likes board games ❤️

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3 years

Been thinking about quitting a lot lately.

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4 years

"As a kid who grew up in the province, all around me people were aspiring to be doctors. But no one wanted to be a scientist. If these narratives aren't available to Filipino kids at a young age, how can we ever hope for them to aspire to be researchers?"

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Day 2 with @ianpangilinan_ .

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Some days, we lose to our demons.

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Lots of members of the LGBTQIA+ community are still homophobic and transphobic.

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"Stop Using Stories from the LGBTQ+ Community to 'Stretch' Your Non-Existent Acting Potential" challenge.

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Jason Tan Liwag

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Kara Moreno is one of the best cinematographers working today. From THIRD WORLD ROMANCE and CONGRATULATIONS, DX! to BECKY & BADETTE and KAMPON, it's been a series of knockouts from her. Indelible imagery that always emerges from and prioritizes the story. Stunning, top-tier work.

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

ganda talaga ng ngiti, @ianpangilinan_

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

"You're doing amazing, sweetie." Thanks for capturing this moment, @jltjavier .

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

As an openly gay actor, I'm really tired of having to beg for my place in this industry. We train in workshops to hone our craft and go to dozens of auditions, only to be rejected because of our SOGIE. Then we see opportunities go to people like this? Make it make sense.

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Jason Tan Liwag

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Can we please have queer spaces that aren't centered on alcohol and the nightlife???

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

It's possible for two gays to be platonic friends!

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Yung umamin sa iyo yung crush mo.

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"Dad wants to talk to you." "Hay." "He just wanted you to know that when the world falls apart, you'll have us; you'll have him."

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Sinong famous na ka-birthday niyo?

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See you soon.

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I'm openly gay, but I haven't discussed this yet with my parents. They are the only people I feel like I haven't come out to yet. I honestly do not know when I'll be able to have this conversation, but it's something that I've been meaning to do for the longest time. 1/n

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For @cnnphlife , I wrote about Petersen Vargas' "An Inconvenient Love." Interviewed DonBelle, Kriz Gazmen, and Carmi Raymundo about the making of the film, and peppered in my own thoughts. Most fun I've had in a while! With photos by JL Javier ( @jltjavier ).

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3 years

Can we please have more queer narratives that aren't just centered on love or the process of coming out???

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"You spend so much time taking care of others. Sometimes, I wonder: who's taking care of you?"

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

As a person who grew up in an informal settler's area and whose parents grew up in poverty, I really hate it when people use derogatory terms especially against the poor. It might be small to you but it's reiterating an entire language of oppressiveness.

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3 years

Hi @ianpangilinan_ !!! ✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

Yieee ganito pag katabi si @ianpangilinan_ !!! Photo from a year ago, but looking forward to safe dinners with friends soon!!! 🍜🍜🍜 Stream #KatabiNiIan on @Spotify_PH and other music streaming platforms!!! 🎶🎶🎶

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"I remember you saying once that you hope to be the kind of person you needed as a kid. I want to tell you that you already are." Happy birthday, @PaoPangs .

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"There is so many unrecognized efforts in the country for scientific research. What you'll realize is what's hindering science in the Philippines isn't just the lack of people/money. It's also because our laws are outdated - making it slower/more expensive to do science here."

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

Anyone else losing their will to live?

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Jason Tan Liwag

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It's a strange full-circle moment for the two of us: I was one of the people who encouraged @ianpangilinan_ to audition for @gayasapelikula . He was one of the people who told me to write those first articles for @readunderdog and @cnnphlife . Who knew?

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Jason Tan Liwag

3 years

peak timothee chalamet tbh

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4 years

“Of course I’ll hurt you. Of course you’ll hurt me. Of course we will hurt each other. But this is the very condition of existence. To become spring, means accepting the risk of winter. To become presence, means accepting the risk of absence.” ― Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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Jason Tan Liwag

1 year

An Inconvenient Love (2022; Petersen Vargas): After watching this in a packed cinema amidst a sea of fans, I finally understand the power of a love team and the joy of sharing a romcom in a theater. Dare I say: DonBelle has never looked better? More later for @cnnphlife .

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Jason Tan Liwag

2 years

Ateneo Blue Repertory is going to stage ZSAZSA ZATURNNAH ZE MUZIKAL. I'm genuinely WEEPING.

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Jason Tan Liwag

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Interviewed some of my favorites for @cnnphlife : Dolly de Leon, Isabelle Huppert, Lav Diaz, John Lloyd Cruz, Donny Pangilinan, and Belle Mariano.

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@WeSoUnderRated

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EVERYONE INCLUDED :: Please brag to me about a thing you did in 2022 that you’re proud of.

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1 year

WHITE LOTUS with Dolly de Leon, Mailes Kanapi, and Rufa Mae Quino, please!

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Jason Tan Liwag

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"This dilemma continued til when I was college. In my undergraduate years, I was surrounded by people who were doctors. I couldn't connect to a lot of the people in my course because everyone kept talking about med schools and NMAT scores. It was a very lonely experience."

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