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wants to bring positive change in the film industry

Sine Siklab: The Flaming Film Fest

Featured CIITZEN: Kean Nobleza

CIITZENS Talk: What are your comfort films?

Featured CIITZEN: Christian Oliver Espineuva

Films that inspire you to be a filmmaker

Featured CIITZEN: JD Dela Rosa

The Importance of Coming-ofAge Films

Banyo Selfies Featured Obelisk: Wilburthe Gregorio

Featured Organization: CGC w/ Ezra Jimenez

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SEGMENT BLANK: 7 Love Languages

Must Watch Favorite Films of All Time

T ABLE of C ONTENTS Z INE C OMMITTEE

List of Organizations About Obelisk

Obelisk Officers: EIC: AB Aguirre / Secretary: Rianna Alania / Assoc. Editor: Ella Mariano / Managing Editor: Daniela Gubatan / Creative Director: Gibrianne Derequito / Assoc. Creative Director: Keischa Calumpiano /

External Head: AJ Baldemor / Media Director: Shaina Rivera / Photo/Vid Manager: Riggs Peñano / Issue Com-

mittee Head: Leila De Guzman / Zine Comm Head: AB Aguirre / Zine Comm Design Head: Alissa Coden

Zine Committee Writers: AB Aguirre / Ella Mariano / Rianna Alania / Troi Ramoso

Zine Committee Creatives: Alissa Coden / Eline Gonzaga / Gabriel Angeles / Gibrianne

Derequito / Justine Arriola / Keischa Calumpiano / Khloe Pinpin / Rianna Alania

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Written by Ella Mariano

THE FLAMING FILM TEST

Photos from 24 Frames

Watching a film for the first time is a thrilling experience, especially when it keeps you on the edge of your seat. Independent local films are exciting to watch because, as Forrest Gump said, you’ll never know what you’re going to get.

The country has multiple local film festivals year-round, whether national, regional, or even interschool competitions. But do you remember that CIIT has its own film festival?

Sine Siklab is a film festival concept founded by Ryven Rabang, former 24 Frames President, in 2019. The name came from the words “sine” for the representation of Filipino cinema, and “siklab” from the word “pasiklaban” or to show the best in people through competitions.

The film festival started as an interschool competition, where filmmakers on the campus entered their films, told their stories, and hoped to win the grand prize. The first Sine Siklab debuted with its theme, “Blazing Start” which focused on introducing a new era for the organization and in celebration of its 5th anniversary. The triumphant debut opened its doors to introducing CIIT’s finest filmmakers to showcase their films to the CIIT community.

With the first film festival being a successful run, Sine Siklab 2020 was welcomed by a challenge as the COVID outbreak started around its preparations. But that didn’t stop the organization from continuing the Siklab legacy.

Sine Siklab 2020 transitioned from onsite into a virtual film festival to push through with the event, widening the

opportunities for colleges and universities to join Sine Siklab. The film festival was opened for entries nationwide, receiving 38 film entries in total. With the theme, “Burn Brighter”, 24 Frames attempts to empower people through films despite the challenges we may face, despite the height of the pandemic.

Besides the most awaited film screenings and awarding ceremony, the film organization had two Sine Siklab Masterclasses, with the first Masterclass from filmmaker Law Chen (Filmmaking in the New Normal) and actor Elijah Canlas (Acting for New Media). For the second Masterclass, they had filmmaker Celina Medina (Advanced Techniques for Cinematography) and video editor Ivan Gonzales (Advanced Techniques for Film Editing). And to get hyped for the awarding ceremony, MASTERCLASS PRO was held as a 1 hour live Q&A session for the Sine Siklab Jury and the Top 15 directors to answer any film-related questions from the audiences.

We have yet to watch an abundance of films out there, not just the famous ones we see on known streaming platforms. This is a sign to support our local filmmakers because our support keeps the Filipino film industry alive.

It’s been two years since the Sine Siklab. But rumor has it that it’s coming back this year! According to Elijah Oshea Garcia, the current 24 Frames President, the film organization will be reviving the anticipated flaming film festival. As he stated, “malapit na lumiyab muli ang Sine Siklab”.

Are you ready to catch fire?

FEATURED CIITZEN-

Birthday: July 25, 2000

Year:

Senior - Fourth Year

Course:

BMMA - Film and Video Production

Zodiac Sign: Leo

MBTI: ENFP – The Campaigner

Motto:

My life is a very complicated drinking game. School Organization you belong to and your position:

Obscura - Former HR Manager

Achievements/proud moments as a CIITZEN:

- When I get selected as September’s 24Frames Filmmaker of the Month.

- When I competed in the volleyball semi finals on Sports Fest as a freshman.

- My first Deans’ Lister E-cert.

Hi! I’m Kean Nobleza, 22 years old and a senior student in CIIT. I don’t know what to say so just imagine me shouting the next words. THAT’S 1 MINUTE AND THIS IS MY CREATIVE INTRODUCTION. Amen!

Favorite Place in CIIT: Café and Library

Favorite Memory in CIIT: When I passed the entrance exam and got accepted to be a CIITzen.

Advice to CIITzens: Just enjoy every second and try not to let your college experience be ruined by workloads, pressure, etc.

Social Media:

FB: facebook.com/kean.nobleza

IG: instagram.com/thekeannobleza/

Twitter: twitter.com/keannobleza

Twitch: twitch.tv/DeadKidG

Photo(s) by Kean Nobleza

CIITzens Talk: What Are Your Comfort Films?

Whether it’s the nostalgia factor or the relatability, there are certain films that never fail to bring us to our happy place. Comfort films don’t have to be soft movies, they don’t even have to be happy movies. The genre doesn’t matter, as long as the film can brighten your mood in dire circumstances. Several CIITzens shared their comfort films and what made them special.

Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Me & Earl & The Dying Girl (2015), The Fabelmans (2022) Banana, BMMA - Film

These films made me love film making kaya everytime I would watch these, ginaganahan ako gumawa ng own film projects ko. And they really are comforting in different way na hindi ko ma-explain. Once you watch yung mga films na ‘to, you’ll understand hehehe <3

Kung Fu Hustle (2004) Eleana, BMMA - Film

Since watching it as a child, it is one of the films that never fail to make me laugh and still takes my breath away from the amazing visuals and fight scenes each time I rewatch it on TV or watch clips online, it’s a good pick me up during low moments where I just want to heal my inner child.

Yesterday(2019)

Mawdz, BMMA-Film

Even of you’re not a massive fan of The Beatles, you still get to appreciate their warm melodies when you watch this film. Other than its music, what I love most about this film is just the mood and emotions you feel while watching, it just feels calm and peaceful. I would highly recommend this film as well as other films written by Richard Curtis.

Pearl (2022), The Witch (2015), and Possession (1981)

Alissa, BMMA - Graphic Design

I consider these horror films as my comfort films bc just like Anya Taylor-Joy, I have a thing about feminine rage. <3

The Edge of Seventeen (2016)

Klarize Bangit, BMMA - Graphic Design

This is a coming-of-age film that I wish I had seen when I was younger. Nadine, a socially awkward teenager, suffers from depression and social anxiety after the death of her father. In this film, Nadine represents a lot of teenagers who are struggling to figure out the range of emotions that they feel, which is easily dismissed as “Teen angst” when, in fact, these emotions are all valid, and this movie provides an epiphany to the question, what if someone just helped us understand and manage these feelings instead of seeing them as invalid?

Coraline (2009)

Zash, BMMA - Graphic Design

I enjoy the visuals and the whimsical vibe it brings which is ironic because it’s an animated horror film. I find the soundtrack oddly calming as well.

FEATURED CIITZEN-

Year: Senior - Fourth Year

Course: BMMA - Film and Video Production

Motto: Believe you can and you’re halfway there.

-Teddy Roosevelt

School Organization you belong to and your position:

Former Member, Production Head and Assistant Secretary of 24 Frames

Achievements/proud moments as a CIITZEN:

- I am Interweave Full Academic Scholar

- 24 Frames Filmmaker of the Month of May

- My Negatives | Short film got featured in CIIT YT Channel

- Got absorbed by the company where I took my internship.

Favorite Place in CIIT:

7th Floor bleachers and Library Left Wing

I am a Creative Multimedia Artist who’s committed on turning inspiring and valuable stories into films. My goal is to bring positive change in the film industry here in the country. Aiming to leverage my technical skills in filmmaking together with the creative people in the production team.

Birthday: November 17, 2000

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

MBTI: ENTJ – The Commander

Favorite Memory in CIIT: My favorite memory in CIIT is the moment I meet the people that shares the same passion with me. I really love the way how I’m able to share what I know and being able to gain knowledge from them to. It opens a lot of skill in me such as Creative Skills and Leadership Skills. My schoolmates in CIIT have a special place in my heart because they are one of the reasons why I got out of my comfort zone now and still making the best version of myself every single day.

Advice to CIITzens: Keep being active in organization you belong, it will help you get out of your comfort zone and build your skills.

Social Media:

FB: @espinuevafilms

IG: @espinuevafilms

YT: @espinuevafilms

ILMS THAT INSPIRE YOU TO BE A ILMMAKER

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BY AB AGUIRRE

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As a film student, there will always be that one film that leaves a massive impression on our lives. A butterfly effect that pushes us to pursue film courses! Continue and see if you can relate or see some movies that also inspired you!

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Generally, horror/fantasy/slice of life films are what inspired me in filmmaking, madadami akong influences such as Perfect Blue, The Craft, Saving Sally, Sid & Aya, Fight Club, Perks of Being a Wallflower, Bliss, Heathers, etc. Madami pa AHAHAHAHAHAH. I think the reason kung bakit nagustuhan ko yung mga films given below is because merong emotional realism, resonance and complexity sa narrative and sa characters esp writing a story that hits deeply with well-done cinematic shots, na mapa slice of life man yan, horror or fantasy, may touch of reality pa din that makes it engaging and not mundane.

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I think yung pinaka-nagpa-”WOW” sa’kin na gusto ko yung pelikula was 2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten (2016) ni Direk Petersen Vargas. Yung pagka-hilig ko kasi sa film nag-start lang siya when I was in Senior High, and then nung around 2016 I’ve been watching indie films gano’n for the artsy vibes but nung napanuod ko yung 2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten (2016), sobrang nag-resonate sa’kin yung film? To the point na napaisip ako na, “Wow, I think gusto ko rin makagawa ng gan’tong pelikula.”. Kasi yung core ng aking filmmaking is more of telling the untold stories of the LGBTQ+, kasi I believe that we deserve to have the same spotlight and stories with that of those heterosexuals gano’n, kumbaga it comes with own expreriences ganon!

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Alvin John Tamayo | 4th Year , BMMA - Film and Video Production

Troi James Ramoso | 4th Year, BMMA - Film and Video Production

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Ang nag tulak sakin na maging filmmaker ako ay mga animated films para sakin pag mga animated films magaganda yung story lalo na yung visuals nila, kasama na din doon yung mga OSTs tapos may mga lessons ka na matutunan. Siguro yung favorite na movie na nag inspire sakin mag filmmaking ay yung movie na “Spirited Away” (2001). Maraming beses ko na ‘to pinanood hanggang ngayon hindi pa rin ako nag sasawa dahil ang ganda ng visuals at maganda din concept ng story.

Paper Towns (2016). Although it was a Book to Movie adaptation from Author, John Green but basically, the story itself was the Inspiration. originally I wanted to be an Author as someone who was raised in Fanfiction and seeing one of your favorite books come to life (and getting disappointed because the characters didn’t look like what you imagined) inspired me to create and tell stories, not just to emulate my favorite authors and vloggers during the tumblr era of 2014. but to inspire and instill hope to angsty teenage kids who feel lost. Like the coming of age media I consumed back then.

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Miss Americana (2020). One of the many films that inspire me to continue creating til this day is Taylor Swift’s first film documentary, Miss Americana. As a Swiffer and a 6ft blondie enthusiast, I couldn’t help but fall in love with this film over and over again. I am really not the type to enjoy documentaries at all, but I’d be lying if I didn’t admit that Taylor’s documentary has inspired me on so many levels. Her film didn’t only tackle her dazzling life in the entertainment industry, but she was also able to connect with the viewers as she told the truth about what was happening behind the cameras. Likewise, she was also able to tackle so many intimate, romantic, yet at the same time sensitive and political aspects she has been through in her career.

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Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral (2018). Isa sa mga nagsilbing insipirasyon ko para maging filmmaker ay ang Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral. Ang ganda ng cinematography and lalo na yung vfx. Kasi pag sinabig vfx naiisip agad yung sa marvel na mga character where they go do crazy stuff, pero hindi alam ng iba na magandang vfx din ay yung hindi mo mapapansin and na-imerse ka nalang sa mismong scene and hindi mo na nahalata na digitally placed pala yung ibang elements para mabuo yung scene kaya nainspire ako na hindi mo kailangan maging tulad ng Marvel para makagawa ng magandang pelikula.

The film that inspire me is called Where The Wild Things Are (2009) directed by Spike Jonze. This is one of the best film I ever watched in my opinion, because somehow I think it’s everyone story like “all the wild things they stir up within the grown-up.” basically the film’s meaning is “the effect a child’s emotions”

Timothy Ken Arthur P. Diaz | 3rd Year, BMMAFilm and Video Production

Shaina Millicent Y. Rivera | 1st Year, BMMA - Film and Video Production

Eleana Marie Guron | 3rd Year, BMMA - Film and Video Production

Ralph Lauren Gallardo | 4th Year, BMMA - Film and Video Production

Jaylored P. Palasol | BMMA - Film and Video Production

Birthday: January 10, 2002

Year: Junior - 3rd Year

Course: BMMA - Film and Video Production

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

MBTI: INFP - The Mediator

Motto: “Life isn’t like in the movies. Life... is much harder.” - Alfredo, from Cinema Paradiso

School Organization You Belong to and

Position: 24 Frames - Vice President

List of achievements/proud moments as a CIITZEN:

- Student Leader/Officer of 24 Frames for 3 years

- Organized Event under 24 Frames (Sine Sembreak)

- Consecutive Dean’s List (1st year to 2nd year)

- Organized an event called “REELancing” to help filmmakers

Favorite Place in CIIT?

CIIT Library/Cafe

Favorite memory in CIIT:

My favorite moment in CIIT is when we organized an event called “Sine Sembreak,” because after how many years of being stuck in the pandemic, we were able to organize an event wherein student film makers had a chance to do short films again

Advice to the CIITZENS:

I think the only advice that I can give to CIITZENS is to try to balance time for school work and personal lives. Yes, schoolwork can be heavy, but as long as you’re in the right circle and you try to balance things between academics and life, it will make your life easier.

Social Media:

FACEBOOK: facebook.com/jdxrosa

INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/jddelarosax/

THE IMPORTANCE OF Coming-Of-Age

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by Troi Ramoso

Whether you’re a casual movie-watcher or a self-proclaimed cinephile, you’ve probably encountered the term “coming-of-age”, especially when used in film genres. Let’s quickly define what counts as a film that is “coming-of-age” and why it is important for teenagers and adolescents.

Coming-of-age is a genre that primarily explores the protagonist’s (usually a young teenager) journey and transition into adulthood or a more mature stage in life. Usually in a coming-of-age film, the young protagonist undertakes a responsibility that is fairly new to them and haven’t encountered before — this includes them being in their first relationship, or finding their identity, or basically the protagonists undergoing something wrong in their life that turns into some sort of lesson at the ending.

This genre is very important, especially for its targeted audience, because coming-of-age films (and books alike) portray the very feeling of growing up and transitioning from one stage of your life to another, and it’s something that the majority of the audiences can relate to. Coming of age films takes us back to those journeys and memories, and everything else that we’ve been through.

In line with coming-of-age films, here are some local film suggestions that you could watch and live your “main character” moment:

I’m Drunk, I Love You (2017)

(2010)

(2016)

1st Sem (2016)

Senior Year

Ang Nawawala (2012) Apocalypse Child (2015)

2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten

Ang Huling ChaCha ni Anita (2013)

Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros (2005)

Baka Bukas (2016) Rakenrol (2011)

Birthday: November 11, 2002

Year: Sophomore

Course: BMMA - Animation

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

M.BT.I.: INTJ - The Architect

Obelisk Department: Writer

Obelisk Committee: Zine Committee

F eatured O belisk

Wilburthe

Motto: Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t have strength.

Classification : Member

- Napoleon Bonaparte

B. Gregorio

“Burthe”

W hy did you join Obelisk?

I joined Obelisk when I got an email saying that I got “Obe-fied,” which I am thankful and honored to recieve. I liked writing articles, although I never considered myself a writer because I grew up writing originally for school essays and research. I was also part of journalism clubs in my elementary and high school, so I decided to give it a try.

What’s your best memory in Obelisk?

One of my best memories with Obelisk would be the awards night with Troi and Chi as the hosts. It was my first time joining an award night in Obelisk too. It was memorable because I had so much fun socializing and getting to know different people inside the organization.

One particular activity that I so vividly remember was the 2 truths, 1 lie game where each of us had to share facts about ourselves and let others guess which one is a bluff. After that, I learned so much interesting things from my org mates, some of which made me go SHEESH (which cannot be disclosed here for privacy reasons lol), and I enjoyed hearing their life stories too.

I also remember playing spymaster with everyone, where one of us has to guess who’s the spy by throwing questions to each other. The spymaster had to guess what object are we referring to, and it’s hilarious how we make it sound as if the object has some

shady innuendo while we try to keep a straight face to throw as little clue as possible. I’m impressed how ate AB was able to guess it correctly despite our effort to make it sound misleading, but I still hold grudge to those who voted me out believing I was the spy haha.

Lastly and the most memorable part of the event is the officers bidding farewell as they step down from their positions. The way the hosts thank the officers for serving Obelisk by putting their portraits beside flying doves plus a white staircase and a cloudy sky backdrop as if they were on a Filipino funeral tarpaulin had me in tears laughing. Not to mention, someone had to play Maalala ala mo kaya while the officers say their goodbyes to everyone (bawas points tayo sa langit).

Although I didn’t win from any of the games, the experience makes a good prize, and that’s more than enough for me. It was one of my treasured memories of my college life.

W hat are your contribution or achievement in Obelisk?

I am the writer for the following articles:

- “Rest in Peace, Technoblade”

- “FLEX: CIIT’s new program lets students take classes either in ODL or F2F setup”

- “WE,KA’T COOLTURA: CIIT’s Buwan ng Wika Celebration”

- “CHROMA: Acquaintance Night 2022”

- “VOLUNTARY FACE MASKS: To wear, or not to wear?”

-and 2 more articles in the future

F eatured O rganization

Year: Senior Course: BMMA - Film and Video Production

Organization : CGC- CIIT Gaming Community

Position: Events and Games Committee

F avorite memory in the Organization

CES 2022. After two years after the previous CES or CIIT eSports Summit, we are finally bringing back our organization’s most signature event, CES 2022. Many competitors, as well as the committee behind the successful event, do their all to provide their best performances in the tournament. Also, we never forget our sponsors that help make this event possible, and we have a lot of giveaways from RazerGold and AcadArena.

W hy did you join your Orga-

nization?

Hi, Gamers! CGC is an organization open for students who love all types of games, casually or professionally. We want everyone to get out of your comfort zone, discover others skills, and see what you’re capable of! Join us as we’re entering a new era! CGC is soaring the skies and bringing you with us! Are you ready to reach for the stars? Also, watch out for our future events sponsored by RazerGold and AcadArena.

N otable past events or activities in your organization

-CES 2022

-TECH: RUN!

-GENSHIN PULL PARTY

-TRAIL SEEKERS

-GAME NIGHTS

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urrent events or future events you want to promote

-Global Game Jam

-CES 2023

-GAME NIGHTS

-GENSHIN PULL PARTY

7LoveLanguages

1. Appreciation

The love language of appreciation is that a person feels more loved when their partner offers them praises, compliments, and gratitude.

2. Emotional

Emotional love language might be one of the most important to consider. Individuals that are supported by their partners at their vulnerable times makes them feel appreciated and loved.

3. Activity

This love language mostly exert efforts on being with your partner while participating at their hobbies or interests. These activities may become more enjoyable while doing it with them. In this love language, your partner will feel more valued with the activities you do together.

4. Financial

Financial love language is more focused on giving resources to your partner. Spending money to provide happiness is important for people who uses this love language. There are different ways to express the financial love language just like giving presents or giving importance to you and your partner’s financial management.

5. Physical

The physical love language is a common love language. If your partner has this love language, they feel more affectionate from your hugs, snuggles, and holding hands. They may also express their love towards you by initiating some of these actions.

6. Intellectual

People constantly exchange ideas and principles. If you feel loved when your partner value your opinions, ideas, and your intelligence, this love language might be yours. The intellectual love language involves a lot of meaningful discussions about varying topics. Your partner feels more attached when thoughts and discussions are genuinely shared.

7. Practical

Everyone has daily duties and responsibilities. The practical love language is felt when their partner offers initiative to help them ease loads of tasks. From simple house cleaning to shopping, the thought and effort to help your partner is a great way to express your care for them.

Interstellar (2014)

Suggested by Isko

MUST WATCH FAVORITE FILMS OF ALL TIME

BY OUR FEATURED CIITIZENS

Hacksaw Ridge (2016)

Suggested by Isko

Goyo: Ang Batang

Heneral (2018)

Suggested by Isko

John Denver

Trending (2019)

Suggested by Isko

The Godfather (1972)

Suggested by JD

Scarface (1983)

Suggested by JD

Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

Suggested by JD

Clouds (2020)

Suggested by Kean

Dead Kids (2019)

Suggested by Kean

The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)

Suggested by Kean

Has passion for writing or telling stories. Can write articles and proofread.

Has experience in digital art or graphic design.

Willing to create publication materials.

Can produce page layouts. Productive and Passionate!

Photojournalists and Videographers with the stamina to run around during events and capture the best moments.

Editors who can create quick, yet great quality editing when it comes to post processing photos or videos.