MEDIA PERSPECTIVE ANALYSIS

KPL 2: RESBAK KAKAK NI MAM

The almost 5-minute short is titled KPL 2: Resbak Kakak ni Mam. KPL stands for “kung pwede lang” or “if only” while “resbak kakak ni mam” literally means “the teacher’s revenge rant.”

Realism

Who is the target market of the media product?

Ø  The target market of the media are teachers and students.

Is the depiction of reality really accurate?

Ø  Yes, it depicts reality accurate.

Is the depiction of reality heavily manipulated?

Ø  No, it is not manipulated.

Telling the Truth

When experiencing the delivery of information:

How authentic is the truth being delivered in this message?

Ø  The message delivered is authentic because I believe that its sentiment/issue is recognized/shared by all/most of the teachers.

Do I believe the truth being sold to me?

Ø  Yes, I believe it.

Why do I find this truth suspicious?

Ø  No, its not suspicious at all.

Presence and Absence

When looking at the characters and situations:

Whose story it is?

Ø  It is a story of all teachers – their struggles and challenges.

What kind of perspective is used to tell the story?

Ø  Narrative Argumentative, its kind of explaining smoothly the complaints struggles of a teacher.

What is the media product telling me about this situation?

Ø  Try to understand what the teachers are dealing too, be considerate.

Whose point of view are included in the discussion?

Ø  Teachers point of view.

Why are this people or situations included/excluded?

Ø  To show the story of the teacher - its not easy working as a public school teacher in the Philippines. Classrooms are overcrowded, the pay is low, teachers are sometimes unappreciated by students and parents, and the amount of paperwork they need to complete is staggering.

Bias and Objectivity Looking at Ideology

What is the media product saying about a certain human issue?

Ø  Teachers are not superheroes, they feel tired, restless, worried and angered. If (we) their students are stress – they are too, they have quotas and lesson plans – our teachers concerns/stress are much heavier.  

Is the concept presented framed in a biased or objective way?

Ø  Objective, because they have acknowledge the students rants concerns and then defend explain that they too have gone through  that.

Is the media message embedded with a particular moral value?

Ø  Yes, there is a moral value ‘’ to appreciate all the sacrifices of teachers ‘’.

Is the media message trying to convince us of an advocacy issue? Or political issue?

Ø  The media message is trying to convince us of an advocacy issue – awareness of the teachers struggles.

Is the message delivered in a balance way?

Ø  Yes, somehow for me it is delivered in a balance way discussing and explaining clearly every issue they face.

Is the delivery appealing to your emotions or your intellect?

Ø  Both, appreciation to my emotions and awareness to my intellect.

What stereotypes are presented in the media?

Ø  The stereotype of a teacher as a human.

What are the possible influences a consumer can get in the media?

Ø  Appreciation and awareness to the teachers, as I’ve mention , this media relates the struggles of students and teachers altogether that all of us can be tired and stress but still need to move forward. Students having many requirements and activities doesn’t give them the rights to bully or curse their teachers.

LYRICS AND MUSIC VIDEO ANALYSIS

SO MUCH MORE THAN THIS

BY GRACE VANDERWAAL

Verse 1

Sit right here, chillin', level low

Close your eyes and just let it flow

Right next to me I hear your heart beat, beat

When the dial turns up and the music starts playing

We don't realize in this society

Doesn't matter how your hair looks or what they are thinking

Just, just what we are finding

The verse 1 is about when you are so fed up of all the drama of life, to chill out. It is also discussing that we don’t need the approval of the society, you don’t have to reach the standard they’ve set or care for their opinions. ‘I hear your heart beat, beat’ means for me that you have your on life let music be your rest . It also asks what do we truly want, what are we looking in for life?

Pre-chorus

Tap your foot and listen in

Ignore the world, let the music cave in

Close your phone and breathe in the air

You'll soon realize that there's something that is

The Pre-chorus emphasizes to just listen in the music, unwind and disconnect from all the stress – ignore the world, social medias etc.

Chorus 

So much more than this

It is what it is

So much more than this

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh (hey)

So much more than this

It is what it is

So much more than this

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh

The chorus is very simple, repetitively singing that there is so much more than this – so much more than what you think life is made of. There is more beyond than where your life revolves to. That we are not a robot in action - there is so much things we can do.

Verse 2

The whole crowd seems to like me now

'Cause I think I'm cool but back when I was in school

They found it very easy to hate me

Funny how always these times are changing

Back then it was so easy to shatter

But now in the end it doesn't really matter

The verse 2 is all about how people change when you achieve something great or reach higher than what they expect from you. Back then it was easy to be broken, to be lost and broken because of the hateful opinions, comments, rumors etc. but now by realization/maturity what the world says doesn’t really matter.

Outro :

All of the talk, and the talk from ya

Won't even matter when the lights come up

All of the talk, and the talk from ya, hey

Open your eyes and just wake up

Do all the things that will matter to ya

Open your eyes and just wake up, woah

The outro encourages us to do the things that will matter to you – to do what make you truly happy, not because it was ordered by someone or by career. No matter what people say just do what you want, wake up from trying to please everyone because it will never happen – they just had to have something to say to you. Take all the criticism heads on and be who you really are.

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Is the music video based in real life, or does this take place in a fantasy world?

~ the music video is based on real life. It does take in the real world but portrays a daydream.

Is the way the artist is portrayed in the video really how that person dresses and dogs in real life?

~ Yes, the artist portrayed the reality. The dress is very simple or common and dog is real.

Consider how the musician is dressed - is that how regular people dress?

~ Yes,  it actually depends but musician is dressed simply/casually – it is nothing fancy like gowns or what.

Consider the actions taken by the artist in the video - would they really do these things in real life?

~ Yes, for me people usually do what is in the video; daydreaming and being wholly engulfed by the music they love as a way of chilling out.

What is the benefit for the musician to portray him or herself this way?

~ It reminds us that it is important to chill out and unwind for a while to evaluate ourselves, our values, actions and perception. It reminds us to be who we really are and don’t be influence by others because we all shine differently.

Does the video portray people in stereotypical ways? Are these reflections of real people or are they just one-sided characters?

~ No it doesn’t portray people in stereotypical ways, in a sense that it encourage to be just who you are and do what you really want. Yes it portray people in stereotypical ways by describing how the world treats you depending in your status. These reflections can be relatable to real people who are struggling, pressured and tired of the society’s standard and demands.

Consider the editing - how does the frequency of cuts from shot to shot affect how you feel about the video? Consider the setting - why did the director choose this location or setting?

~ The video started in a stiff and narrow recording studio but as soon as the artist put the headphones on and closed her eyes it then shows the beauty of nature where you breathe freely, have peace of mind, have fun with your dog bestfriend or family emphasizing chilling out / unwinding. For me the director choose the best location (forest/nature) to shoot the music video and intelligently depict the song’s message.

Haven't yet seen or watch the MV? Click the link :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48qcnpCWBq0

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This is one of my favorite song, Grace Vanderwaal is AGT 's 2016 winner - her voice is addicting and she writes off her own music, not like our generation's taste I dare say for she has an old soul and young heart that is fresh breath of air for todays pop music.

COMMERCIAL REVIEW

COCA COLA THE HAPPIEST THANK YOU

Every day, there are people who make our lives happier. Never does a day go by that we don’t thank them, yet we don’t even know their name. Coca-Cola believes that it is time for us to know them better. 

Name of the Characters :

Totoy / Ivan Craig

Ate / Marivic

Kuya / Ronilo

Boss / Artemio

Customers

Role / Description of the Characters :

Totoy o Ivan Craig - Siya ay tumutulong sa kahera na magplastik ng mga napamili ng mga customer. Ayon sa mga interviewed customers siya ay isang honest na tao dahil minsan na silang hinabol nito dahil naiwan nila ang isa sa mga pinamili nila.

Ate o Marivic - Siya ang nagbibigay ng ticket sa parking lot, ayon sa mga customers napapagaan at napapasaya agad ni Marivic ang kanilang araw dahil sa masiglang ugali nito, siya rin ay sincere.

Kuya o Ronilo - Siya ay isang driver, ayon sa isa sa mga pasahero niya siya ay mapagkakatiwalaan na tao, hindi ka matatakot sumakay sa kaniang pinapasadang van dahil mabait siya at kumakausap sa ibang tao bilang kaibigan o parang kapamilya.

Boss o Artemio - Siya ay isang Condo Guard, ayon sa isa sa mga naninirahan doon siya ay tunay na maasahan dahil noong minsan na umuwi siya ng lasing hindi niya alam kung paano siya nakarating sa kaniyang kwarto, tinulungan pala siya ni Boss.

What do you think about the Characters :

~ Lahat sila ay hardworking and very passionate sa trabaho, napasasaya at natutulungan nila ang mga nakapaligid sa kanila.

How does this Media Affect you? And others?

~ For me it made me realize na we always thank and trust a certain person everyday but we didn’t even bother to know their names. We are content on how others called them yet deep in our hearts we value that person very much. And for the others it hopes to inspire each and every one of us to start showing our appreciation in a more personal way. Even the people we’re always with, like our officemates and friends, would surely smile when we thank them personally. After all, the thank you that makes us happiest is the one with our name.

Do you want something to change in the commercial?

~ None, i dont want to change it at all. For this is perfect advertisements already and it also shows appreciation and values.

If you are the director how will you promote the product :

~ Just like what Coca-cola did, promoting the personalized names on the product I will give it to my family and friends with their name on it.

If you haven’t watched “The Happiest Thank You,” visit http://CokeURL.com/TheHappiestThankYou .

Thank you! Lahat tayo na napapangiti, napapasaya ng salitang iyan, The Happiest Thank You of Coca Cola became one the most viewed commercial in the Philippines. It is relatable, touching and heart warming effectively advertising the product and reminding us that a simple 'Thank you can make someone's day perfect and enjoyable'😉❤❤

MEDIA MANIPULATION

  Media manipulation exploits the difference between perception and reality. The media was long a trusted source of information for the public. Today, all the barriers that made it reliable have broken down. Yet the old perceptions remain. We know that if we can generate enough online buzz people will assume that where there is smoke there is fire…and the unreal becomes real.

“The news is all about artificially manipulating the context of stories. The thinner the context, the thinner the mind must become to accept it. If you want to visualize this, imagine a rectangular solid. The news covers the top surface. Therefore, the mind is trained to work in only two dimensions. Then it can’t fathom depth, and it certainly can’t appreciate the fact that the whole rectangular solid moves through time, the fourth dimension.” –Jon Rappoport

★★★

Staged ISIS execution videos and terror stooges.

In 2014, as the Western supplied mercenary army ISIS was rising to its prominance as the CIA’s most evil proxy army to date, a series of frightening videos emerged of ISIS executioners with heavy British accents sawing the heads off of Western hostages, including freelance journalist James Foley.

Graphic videos of the slayings were posted online and shortly afterward, another video emerged online purportedly showing the movie set where the Foley beheading was fabricated. The authenticity of this video is also unverifiable, however, even technical elements in the original video suggest manipulation, and some experts agree that the Foley video is staged.

This article was first published by Global Research on September 4, 2014. It sheds light on the role of US intelligence in “war on terrorism” propaganda and the hate campaign against Muslims.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1aTApGWVGoI

This link is all about : How do we discern what is true and what is ‘fake news’ in the fast-paced age of social media and technology? Our technology editor David Grossman reports.Newsnight is the BBC's flagship news and current affairs TV programme - with analysis, debate, exclusives, and robust interviews. 

Lahat tayo pwede maging biktima ng media/news manipulation dahil sa pagiging high-tech ng ating henerasyon, huwag agad maniniwala sa mga balita at icheck muna ang source nito para iwas fake news! Think b4 you click! Check b4 you believe!

PROPER USE OF SOCIAl MEDIA

What is Social Media?

                       The term social media refers to web and mobile technologies and practices that people use to share content, opinions , insights, experiences, and perspective online. There are many prominent examples of social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and blogging sites among many others.

General Internet Safety

 ★ Be nice. Never post hurtful messages about others.
 ★ Think twice before hitting enter. Teens should avoid posting specific locations of parties or events, as well as phone phone numbers.
 ★ Use privacy settings. Passwords are there to protect them against things like identity theft and should never be shared with anyone ( including a boyfriend, girlfriend, or best friend)

https://www.smore.com/v81jq-appropriate-uses-of-social-media

                  Today, lot's and lot's of Filipinos use the social media not just for entertainment but also for business and educational purposes, we are engulfed by how technology amuses us that some of us have forgotten etiquette and manners. Yes! Social Media is use for SHARING but it is another story if you hurt someone's feeling and ruin their character and reputation! By this, social media can  kill – it can kill somebody's soul. I want all of us to be reminded once again that ONE CLICK can make and influence so be RESPONSIBLE! BE A GOOD DIGITAL USER💓

                  Social media is changing the way we communicate and the way we are perceived, both positively and negatively. Every time you post a photo, or update your status, you are contributing to your own digital footprint and personal brand. ~Amy Jo Martin

MOVIE REVIEW: Walang Take Two

Title: Walang Take Two

Film: Indie Film

Starring:
John Stevenson Tabangay as Hapi
Wilson Tapalla as Alfajor
Dennis Rey Garcia as Oblax
Edward Flores as Caloy
Kimberly Cordero as Cherry
Virgilio Reyes as Mang Julian
Joyce Gabion as Rowena


Story Line:

The 'Walang Take Two'film revolves around the life and sorroundings of the boy named Hapi. He's an ambitious and frustrated film maker. When he finished his first ever Indie film story script which he refers as his masterpiece, he immediately seeks help from his friends but the only problem is, they have no budget to produce the film. Because they are living in a community that poverty is a major problem. Out of desperation Hapi decided to borrow money from an Indian cash lender, Alfajor. But then, life gets even tougher for Hapi and for his dream. The heart broken that he felt when the girl that he likes married another man, the tiredness of his self from taking care of his own father and the frustration he felt when his wallet that contains the money for his film, lost. Then he sells his father's camera for a cheap price and then he took his father in his sister care. Afterwards, he regret it all after seeing the vhs tape that his father took when he was young. So he took back the camera but then a unexpected things happened. When Oblax steals Alfajor belt bag with money in it, everyone in their neighborhood came chasing Oblax because of the benefit they will receive afterwards. Hapi also participated the chasing and cornered Oblax. He doesn't have an option but to throw the camera to hit Oblax but his father came out of nowhere so that's why he's the one that Hapi hits. Sadness and another heart break was felt by Hapi. But in the end every hardship that he experienced paid off when he remembers every advices that his friend and father told him, especially the 'No Second Take' from his father.


Theme: Drama


Characters/roles:

Hapi-the protagonist of the film. He's a frustrated, ambitious, self-centered and narcissistic filmmaker

Rowena- Hapi's sister who always ask people to lend her some money

Mang Julian- the father of Hapi and Rowena

Caloy and Onyok- Hapi's friends who always help him

Cherry- the girl that Hapi likes but married another man

Alfajor-the Indian cash lender

Oblax-the antagonist who teased Hapi and steal the moneh of Hapi and Alfajor's belt bag



Recommendation:

I would highly recommend for everyone to watch this Indie film. It's not like the other film that will bore people from watching it. This film is very entertaining to watch because of some humorous lines and the character her/himself. It is also an eye opener for all of us because of the moral lesson of the film.



Reaction:

After watching this movie I feel mixed emotion. I am happy and at the same time I feel sad. The story is funny because it shows that no matter problem that an individual is facing they will laugh it out and still enjoy their life with their family and friends. It also shows that we all have our own way to solve our problems and live our lives simple. This film is a movie that mirrors the reality. The movie includes the lifestyle of the most people in our country. The attitude and the poor state of most of our society. It's sad because it shows what most people do because of the money. They abused the kindness of other people, for example Alfajor. He keeps on lending money but people don't pay him back. The things Hapi said and do to his father also makes me sad. Yes, we have ups and downs in our life but we should never get to love our parents and the people that cares and love us as who we are. We should never do something so reckless and things that we know that we'll regret in the end because life is not like a movie that have 'Cuts' and 'Retakes'. Life is 'Walang Take Two' or three or so on and so forth we only have one chance to choose and think before we act and say it out loud. We do not always have many chance to change and take back what we did before so we need to think about things throughly and wisely.

GAS LIFE IS ❤

GAS LIFE

   

@Ayala HarBor Point, Friday–July 06 2018.

        GAS? General Academic Strand? Diba parang ganun rin yung BEC ng Junior High School? Bakit yun ang kinuha mo? — Dapat nag STEM ka nalang, SAYANG! — Huh? Bakit ka napunta diyan? Undecided ka? — Wooh! Ilang beses na natanong sa akin yan, since nagSenior High ako, like millionth times na. Noong una syempre napakaEXCITED ko pumasok na 'Wow! Lamko pangCollege level na toh!' "General? Edi ibig sabihin lahat aaralin namin? Luh Bigti na!!!" Hanggang sa 'tumigil ang mundo noong pumasok ako' —

          Mura here, Mura there haha nakakatawa. Ingay here, Ingay there yung tipong sigawan na magkatabi lang sila? Yung tipong akala mo nasa sabungan ka? And I was like "UMAYGAAD!!!" screaming inside " Ganito ba talaga dito? " Luh! Culture shock ako. Never akong napunta sa klase na ganito, as in! Sanay ako sa mga kaklase na tahimik,nakikinig kapag discussion pero bumibira kapag recitation at quizzes na, YES! buong klase namin dati ganun di naman purong nerdjack ang datingan pero kapag break time lang talaga ang kulitan.

         So ayun na nga, simula ng napunta ako sa GAS ang laking plot twist talaga sa buhay ko pero di ako nagsisisi. Oo maingay KAMI (hawa hawa na this😂), pero there's more beyond that!

         Anong meron kami? Siguro napakaUNIQUE UNITY haha, sa ngayon kapag walang ingay nakakabahala na haha yun kasi ang DISTINCTIVE TRAIT NG GAS!😂 Napamahal na rin ako sa kanila, being with them helps me grow as person. Syempre kasi kailangan mong maging understanding at open-minded sa kanila. Tsaka nagkaroon ako ng mga kaibigan na nagpapaWORTH IT ng buong taon.

          GAS LIFE? SHS LIFE? Nakabase naman yan sa kung sino yung makakasama mo e, sandaling panahon lang yan lilipas rin agad. Sa una talaga mangangapa ka pa sa pakikipagkapwa tao sa kanila kasi iba iba kayo e. So enjoy nalang at iaccept ang kapalaran mo mwahaha.

Make the best of it!

YOLO!

P.S So yung picture above po ↑ ay ang pinaka-recent na bonding ng ilang GAs, nagkaroon ng time na mas maging close ang mga boys sa pictures at syempre kaming mga girls. Bumili kami ng foods and nagkaroon ng All Girls Talk habang nasa timezone ang mga boys. Yung barrier na meron dati? Yung differences? Luh! parang naglaho lahat and all is well😂😝👌.