Almost OkayGradient of GreysAt the time of the film (2019), the Philippines had the fastest-growing number of HIV cases in Asian Pacific countries, which had risen to…3 min read·Aug 8, 2022----
Almost OkayRose, Sue & HanaIntense romantic friendships, or hidden Sapphic attractions7 min read·May 15, 2022----
Almost OkayThe Contemplation of CigarettesWhere there’s smoke, there’s fire in Wong Kar-Wai’s “Happy Together”3 min read·May 3, 2022----
Almost OkayWhat About Gender in the PhilippinesWhen visitors to the Philippines remark that Filipinos openly tolerate and/or accept homosexuality, they invariably have in mind…11 min read·Jun 11, 2021----
Almost OkayMy Personal Ranking of Satoshi Kon FilmsWhen it comes to my journey back into anime, I’ve found it easier to binge from one director/writer or studio. After starting a Studio…5 min read·Jun 8, 2021----
Almost OkayLet’s Keep it Short: You May Dream by Izumi Suzuki“My eyes met hers through the glass. She was sitting against the wall, gaze fixed on the front window for who knows how long, waiting.”…5 min read·Jun 3, 2021----
Almost OkayBefore We Explore GenderThrough a very weird and random lapse in my sanity after watching DoroHedoro, I was led to write Noi: An archetype or An evolution?. The…4 min read·Jun 1, 2021----
Almost OkayLet’s Keep it Short: Men Against Violence by Rebecca Schiff“My friend is marrying a man against violence.” (Men Against Violence, pg. 25 of The Bed Moved by Rebecca Schiff)5 min read·Apr 8, 2021----
Almost OkayNoi: An archetype or An evolution?A deep dive into female masculinity and its reflection on the growth of global society and media.6 min read·Apr 2, 2021----