Carlin James: A Hollywood Filipino American Star On The Rise
MIKE TALPLACIDO
The first time I met Carlin James was back in March 2023 during the principal photography for ‘A Sweet Tooth,” a short film that I
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Filipino Filmmakers to watch at Sundance Film Fest 2024
MIKE TALPLACIDO
Now that January is here, that means Sundance is just around the corner. I’ve been lucky enough to have received a press pass this year
Dancing Through Time: Ely Buendia’s Musical Odyssey
KATHERINE URSOLINO
In the heart of the Philippine music scene, a name resonates like a cherished melody—Ely Buendia. His contributions to OPM (Original Pilipino Music) are not
The Case for Asian Persuasion
MIKE TALPLACIDO
Every great marriage could use a good divorce. Such is the witty logline of Jhett Tolentino’s directorial film debut, Asian Persuasion, which premiered at the
Up Close and Personal With The Cast of “The Perfect Couple” by Mike Talplacido
HIRAYA MAGAZINE
Ask any Filipino immigrant parent what they wanted for their children and nine out of ten would say they wanted their dreams to come true.
The Filipino Festival: A celebration of culture, artistry, and beauty
MIKE TALPLACIDO
Conceived as a celebration of culture, heritage, and everything else that makes the Philippines truly exceptional, THE FILIPINO FESTIVAL, led by EMPIRE PHILIPPINES, took place
‘A Sweet Tooth’ Premiering at FilmQuest Fest in Utah
MIKE TALPLACIDO
Filipino American Presley Paras’ short film A Sweet Tooth is premiering on November 3rd at FilmQuest Fest in Provo, Utah. The film focuses on an overachieving Filipino
The Heart of Music: Kenneth Laurente’s Path to Stardom and Community Impact
JANICE MANIQUIS
You might think Kenneth Laurente’s greatest achievement was winning the 2022 Gawad Amerika award for Most Promising Performer/Artist of the Year, but his dedication and
Tim. A Close-up on Filipino American Actor Timothy Granaderos Jr.
A.C. DE QUINA
Timothy was named after his Filipino father, Timothy Granaderos Sr., a native of Zamboanga province in the Southern region of the Philippines who immigrated to
Vincent Rodriguez III: Passion & Purpose
JOSEPH ALCANTARA
Vincent Rodriguez III – a gay Filipino American from the San Francisco suburbs – a seemingly perfect combination not to “make it” in Hollywood, has
