Archive for September, 2008

SineBuano: On Meetings and Dealings

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

Last Sunday, September 22, SineBuano members have gathered and have a general meeting. Here are some general details.

Pinoy Indie Scene: Sexploits and Senior Superstars

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

Disclaimer:The following is the personal opinion of Diem, screenwriter and director-member of SineBuano and in so does not reflect or in no way epitomize the individual opinions of other SineBuano members or the entire group.
Not everything that Sizzles (or Steamy or Sexy) is “BOLD”
Two new Filipino independent films are out and “now showing” on the [...]

SineBuano this September: On Script Challenges, Secret Plans and Sundays

Monday, September 15th, 2008

here comes the rain again
falling from the stars
drenched in my pain again
becoming who we are
as my memory rests
but never forgets what I lost
wake me up when september ends
–Lyrics from “Wake me up when September Ends” by Green Day

Box-office Bombs: What we can learn

Monday, September 8th, 2008

It’s best to learn from the experts especially from those in Hollywood, even their mistakes can lead us aspirants to knowing what to avoid and what not to do: production problems, personal conflicts, weak story-telling.

Here is a list of major Hollywood box office bombs, arranged chronologically, with a plausible reason or two as to why [...]