ANIME: xxxHolic by Clamp

though i'm quite disappointed with the animator's apparent laziness in drawing and coloring insignificant characters, this anime series' interesting storyline certainly made up for it. xxxholic (pronounced holic, yes i admit i have no idea how to read this at first) boasts of the right combination of horror, humor, adventure, drama, inspiration, and psychological themes. while utterly enjoying the anime, i can't help jotting down yuko's words of wisdom which is ever present in this series. and fashionistas would never raise their eyebrows in distaste for yuko's infallible fashion sense.


RATING: 4 out of 5

MOVIE: Buog by Studio Indio

if you thought only the japanese and koreans can produce quality horror films that can leave you gripping your seatmate's arms and screaming in fright - then man, you thought wrong! set in an eerie lighthouse in lobo, batangas, coupled with superb original music, topped by an intriguing storyline, buog's a real treat. but not only did it caused our goosebumps to rise, and our throats sore from constant screaming, this digitally-shot indie film also addressed a very important, yet sensitive social issue that seems to be taken for granted nowadays.


RATING: 5 out of 5