Ditto what lia says, you won’t go wrong with Brocka or Bernal.

I’m sorry, but Netflix just sucks as far as Pinoy flicks go. Sites like Cinefilipino and Kabayan Central might have more of the stuff you want. Cinefilipino in particular has a great selection of some of the best Filipino movies ever made, so I suggest you start there.

Here’s a short list of films you can start with. I’ve included links to likely purchase outlets... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 10:56 PM on June 15, 2008 marked best answer

I take back what I said about Netflix, apparently it does carry some of the films I’ve mentioned above:
Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang
Karnal
Manila By Night
Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros
Insiang
Crying Ladies
Magnifico
Happy viewing!... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 2:32 AM on June 16, 2008 marked best answer

And i forgot to add this one: Himala on Netflix.

I suggest you start with this one and go on from there.
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 2:36 AM on June 16, 2008

Another victim of Father Nick, I see. The wife and I loved his class so much, we asked him to officiate at our wedding. And he did!

Anyway, I’m officially impressed by Netflix. I looked up some of the other titles mentioned by lia and brownpau, as well as other stuff that Father Nick would name-drop. Here are their titles, linked to its page on Netflix.
Sigaw
Dekada ‘70
Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa?
Sister... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 5:42 PM on June 16, 2008

Try these two books based on BBC documentary miniseries - Civilisation and the Ascent of Man.

After all, how can you truly understand human history if you don't understand the development of both its arts and its sciences? As per your brief, both these books are narrative-driven, but on a grand scale: Clark uses the development of Europe's aesthetic sense to explore the general history of the Western world, and Bronowski does the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 2:58 PM on March 7, 2008

Looks to me like you're one of the dog owners this New York Times article was written for.

I'm a dog owner myself, but I'm also mindful of how non-owners see canines: smelly, dirty, slobbery, bacteria-coated animals. Maybe you should try to see it from her point of view before deciding on a course of action?

In answer to your question, YES, apologize. Don't make a non-apology apology. You were wrong, and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 5:24 PM on March 3, 2008

Try Pablo Francisco. He uses his voice mimicry skills to great effect. He can perform Al Pacino's Scarface doing a drug deal with Kermit the Frog. Downside is, all his "dude" voices sound like Keanu Reeves.
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 10:49 PM on February 6, 2008

You might want to call a few old-LP stores in the Philippines to ask if they have any in stock. They might even let you rip an LP into mp3 if you ask nicely enough. Try these shops:

Phoenix Records
33 Kamuning Road, Quezon City
Phone: 63-2-9294977

Bebop Records
Basement, Makati Cinema Square, Makati
Phone: 63-2-8110428 (look for Bobby de Leon)

(Sorry, I don't know their... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 2:22 PM on December 15, 2007

First thing that popped into my head: chococat's stalkerish reimagining of "Hopelessly Devoted to You" via music.metafilter.
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 8:43 PM on December 7, 2007

You mentioned your fiancee's "full-bore Philippine-class Catholicism", and speaking as a Filipino atheist, I imagine that family and Catholicism are two of the biggest things in her life. (She may downplay the latter to your face, but trust me, until she's stopped going to Mass she's still Catholic, big-time!) She can't just drop either of them, especially for her wedding. Don't force her to, trust me, it's more trouble than it's worth.

She... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 12:25 PM on November 6, 2007

I second thehmsbeagle and ph00dz. But you have to give it time.

How long has roomie had the pup?
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 1:14 AM on November 1, 2007

Sorry, I meant VX9900 enV, not LG9900. :)
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 11:47 PM on June 3, 2007

Million Dollar Baby was originally a short story from this book.
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 6:55 PM on April 27, 2007

Here's an interesting thread on Coron, Palawan in the Philippines. It's fairly comprehensive from a newbie's point of view, and I hazard that this might be up your creek.

The town of Donsol at the southern tip of Luzon island is visited by whale sharks every Feb. to July. You might want to consider a diving expedition to say hello to these friendly giants.

Steven's rather pessimistic picture notwithstanding, yes, you do have to be careful when... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 12:43 AM on February 6, 2007 marked best answer

If you're using a PC, you might consider BookCat - its functionality helps you keep track of book loans.

I think it can be used in conjunction with Catvids, so that's your film problem taken care of.
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 1:20 AM on December 15, 2006

On one hand, this is a gross violation of copyright law.

On the other hand, this would reduce the potential income he might make from his book - and if you're firmly in the "the asshole did it" camp, would be morally just.

It might depend, too, on how good/bad the book is. My email is (my username) at gmail dot com. Wink, wink, nudge, nudge.
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 12:15 AM on November 20, 2006

invisible ink: we're most comfortable discussing popular science books. He's lent me books by Richard Dawkins, Stephen Jay Gould, and Bill Bryson; I've returned the favor by recommending books like Jared Diamond's Guns, Germs and Steel.

He's also a big history buff. BIG history buff. I'd appreciate any recommendations of good history books, if anybody has any ideas.

(p.s. you know what, I've never really... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 5:50 AM on August 26, 2006

donpardo: he already has that book. But in terms of gift ideas, you're getting warmer...

invisible ink: There you go! Kabayan! :-) I think he digs European history books, but lately he's shown an interest in contemporary Indonesian history.

Quietgal: I'm thinking about bookplates. I'm also thinking about gift certificates from a bookshop he frequents - considering I've given him this gift before (on his 50th birthday) - is... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 4:47 AM on August 27, 2006

It's better seen than read, if you ask me.

You might see it as a burlesque - Gogo and Didi engage in a lot of physical comedy throughout their wait. But there's a definite arc through both acts - first anticipation, then annoyance, then despair, then resignation, as they hear that Godot isn't going to come today.

The physical comedy, for me, does a lot to underscore this arc. This might be what you're missing when you simply read the play.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 12:59 AM on July 31, 2006

The Once and Future King, by T. H. White. At turns funny, uplifting, and heartbreaking.

The March of Folly, by Barbara Tuchman. How stupid decisions have changed history for better or for worse. Particularly insightful given the surfeit of stupid decisions made by our politicians lately.

The Demon-Haunted World, by Carl Sagan. A great antidote to the flood of bullshit that surrounds us.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 11:51 PM on July 20, 2006

My wife and I remember Muthu's with affection and an overflow of drool, but it's good only if you have extra dosh to spend. Any hawker's center is good for a quick plate of Mutton Biryani, though.

Second Sim Lim for cheap electronics. Bras Basah Complex (near Raffles) for cheap books. Hope that helps.

(Damn, I miss Singapore!)
posted to Ask Metafilter by micketymoc at 2:44 AM on March 19, 2006