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Why do you think jukebox musicals are more popular than original musicals in the Philippines?

I think people tend to lean more on watching jukebox musicals mainly because the music/songs that are used are already known or popular. A lot of people who are just casual watchers of musicals, just watch musicals that they are familiar with so they can easily understand or grasp the meaning of the play, rather than watching original musicals which can be confusing sometimes.

Filipino musicals like Rak of Aegis and Ang Huling El 🤬 using the music of popular bands Aegis and Eraser Heads are some of the popular jukebox musicals of this generation. These musicals became popular, and a lot of people were invested in it because the story revolved around existing songs and most of these songs are "catchy", so I think that original musicals should also have songs that are memorable and can be popular so that the public can also be interested in it.

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a. Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

Because art belongs to one country's culture, and it is important to learn and appreciate what we have. Art comes way back from our ancestors and it's not just for display, they hide deeper meanings. I love learning about art because it's interesting and mesmerizing.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

It is important for us Filipinos to learn and appreciate the different Philippine art forms in order to fully understand how Filipinos express or portray our culture, uniqueness, and creativity, through the use of various forms of art works.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

I still believe that OPM is the same despite the foreign influences. I think that OPM will always be OPM because of the artists that get inspired to put out music that is still relevant to the Filipino culture and way of living. OPM is special because of how the song makes you feel or relate to it. When I listen to OPM especially hugot and love songs, I tend to get immersed in my emotions. I somehow relate to or feel the song more, it makes me want to sing my heart out or cry my eyes out depending on the mood.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

Different Filipino art forms reflect various forms in which Filipinos can express themselves and maintaining their unique identities. It is clear that art has played a significant role in shaping Filipino culture to meet the artistic standards up to this point. We must appreciate the uniqueness of art within the Philippines for us to enable a successful and supporting community to our Filipino artists in the country. This would strengthen nationalism to our local community and to our own sense of identity as citizens. Knowing about these various artistic genres enables us to appreciate them as we explore and actively engage in learning more about our own culture.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

I believe that OPM is still in music today because, for me, music can comfort you when you're sad and also make you happy, and OPM music did that for me. OPM music can show the life of the Filipino people well and express the different feelings or moods we have. A lot of things can change and influence music, but we cannot deny the fact that for us Filipinos, OPM music really hits differently and can speak to what we are going through and be there for different events in our lives.

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OPM songs are at the heart of the Filipino People.

In the Philippines, Singers and musicians are talented and competent in music; because of their incredible talent for singing, OPM songs will never fade in the heart of Filipinos.

I will always believe that the term OPM still fits being made in the Philippines. No matter whether foreign people influence us in their songs, Many of us still listen to OPM music because of the uniqueness and the messages behind the songs. Our amazing singers and musicians will always have a special place in my heart because of the way they make me feel at ease, cozy, and loved.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

It is essential to comprehend and appreciate these Filipino art forms so that we can acquire insight into the lives of our ancestors in the past. We can gain knowledge about our past, which will help us realize many things and increase our interest in our nation. It is possible to observe how generational and economic change by comparing various art forms from the past and now. Since art is a means of communication and may express feelings and thoughts, through knowing our art forms we can appreciate the natural beauty of our nation and the residents of the community. Therefore, as Filipinos, we must take steps to increase our awareness of how art may help us return to our roots.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

We must learn about and appreciate different Filipino art forms simply because through this art works we can learn from our history, culture, and many more. I also believe that we should appreciate Filipino art forms because these are made by our fellow Filipinos who wants to share their feelings, thoughts, and stories. Some Filipinos also shows the beauty of our country with different forms of art. Learning about Filipino art forms can teach us more about our country and it can also make us be more proud on what Filipinos make.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

OPM is OPM. Influences do not have the capability to erase the fact that the music was created and made by Filipinos. Yes, foreign influences may "change" or modify the way Filipino music is produced or performed, but the meaning, the purpose, and the message of the songs all stems back to the hearts and minds of Filipino musicians and songwriters. And that's what makes it original.

Personally, I am a fan of OPM music from the 90s and I am still a fan of OPM music today. The past may have Eheads and Rivermaya, but the present has Ben&Ben, IV of Spades, and SB19. You see, in my opinion, foreign influences can only touch and change OPM in shallow aspects like style and sound, but they can never change and reach the Filipino's depth of originality in the messages they convey with their songs.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

Knowing, understanding, and appreciating different Filipino art forms is significant, especially nowadays, as this help in preserving our culture, for these show the cultural beliefs, values, and practices and convey the history of different places in the Philippines. Also, learning Filipino art forms is one way of helping our Philippine cultural education, which aims to develop and nurture greater awareness, understanding, and appreciation of our arts, history, geography, and heritage towards the evolution of consciousness. In addition, we can discover and innovate ideas from these that can help improve the quality of our life. Lastly, we must not only recognize its existence thus also practice, value, appreciate and inform Filipinos about the beauty and history these convey that contribute a lot to the Philippines.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these Filipino art forms?

Appreciating and learning different art forms is important since it can show that you're interested or it can also help other people learn about the diversity and interesting things in our cultures. Art is also a way of expressing your feelings or emotion , appreciating art. You could also relate with the feelings or emotion thru the paintings image or message.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

Unbeknownst to us, foreign influences—whether they be from the concept, the lyrics, or the tempo—are in fact the inspiration for the majority of OPM songs. These songs, however, are still regarded as Original Pilipino Music (OPM) because they were created and released to the public by Filipinos, despite the fact that the influence is visible. If we were to apply this concept to a similar case, let us use the example of a painting. If a Filipino artist was motivated to make a piece of art after being inspired by a famous foreign artist, the Filipino artist would naturally take credit of the work.

All in all, I believe that every song that is made and produced by a Filipino, will belong in the genre OPM as Filipinos should take pride in being a Filipino and a songwriter.

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Why do you think most of the Filipino films that garner international acclaim/awards are usually indie films rather than mainstream (think MMFF)?

I think one’s talent is truly maximized when he has nothing, but is able to do everything. As we all know, Indie Films are often low-budget compared to Mainstream, and some may say that they’re boring and plain, especially for young individuals. But what they don’t see is that they’re concepts are much more free, diverse and enticing, thus they don't give much importance on profit or what’s likely to get the best return on investment but rather focuses more on what is a good story to tell, a vision to convey and, what realizations to impart on its viewers.. Such freedom like this, results in a more compelling, more sincere and unique film that probably explains why it was able to gather many international acclaim/awards. Furthermore, indie films are rich in art, culture, and in depicting social realities and introducing new perspectives. As JR Andrus said, a film producer in Hollywood, “when it comes to film festivals, quality is not the largest factor” because at the end of the day people would always be tempt to choose what's new and different, a strong narrative will always outshine any other feature or aspect in a film.

True that they may be bound with many limitations, but the way they work around it by setting it to their advantage makes Indie Films truly exceptional.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

Art in general is a way for people to express themselves and is considered as one of the early forms of communication. Hence, learning and appreciating these Filipino art forms means understanding our roots as a Filipino. Different art forms can show how diverse and interesting our culture is. Behind these arts are narratives concerning our country, waiting to be discovered and learned. Besides, It is important that we engage ourselves with knowledge about these arts for us to preserve it and to pass it down to future generations.

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Why do you think most of the Filipino films that garner international acclaim/awards are usually indie films rather than mainstream (think MMFF)?

We can argue that Indie films are sometimes, if not, always underrated. Unlike Mainstream films that cast well known actors with big production budgets, Indie films do not have these qualities. Yet, they still garner international acclaim/awards, I would say this is because of the stories they tell and the characters they portray, and not them trying to be the most “trending” film in the industry. Indie films are not afraid to tell stories about Philippine realities and history, even if it is ugly. Additionally, directors of these kinds of films are not afraid to show a new perspective in film making. I truly believe that Filipino films are not dead,  and Indie films are living proof of this.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

When I listen to OPM songs, I always feel comforted and relaxed; even though I listen to foreign music, nothing will ever compare to OPM because, to me, it feels like home.

I believe that the term OPM still fits the music being made in the Philippines today despite the foreign influence simply because it belongs to us and represents who we are. No matter how much foreign people influence us, OPM is still different. Our talented Filipino musicians pour their hearts and efforts into making them, reflecting our unique culture. OPM is still alive and is still progressing today. Therefore, it is essential to still label it as OPM because it deserves to have its own title and music scene.

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* Why do you think most of the Filipino films that garner international acclaim/awards are usually indie films rather than mainstream (think MMFF)?

For me Indie films are more acclaimed than mainstream films since Independent films are not your usual storyline. Indie films are more into reality, or other are more on the experimental side, it also talks about history, although most indie films does not have a big production unlike mainstream films, they tend to tell and captivate more on the reality of life which tells a new perspective. Independent films are also produced by directors or producers that does not usually follow the usual storyline like most films (like commercial films) all of my observations are truly based on the Indie films in the Philippines.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

I feel like we should learn and appreciate the different art forms of the Philippines to fully be involved with our country, with doing this we not only appreciate the art forms but our country itself. We are able to see and understand the beauty of the country and its people, it is important to not only know one's culture but also appreciate it. The different beauties of all art forms in the country is what makes us filipino and different from other countries, it is what mostly represents us.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

Original Pinoy Music or commonly known as OPM made big contributions to the Philippine music industry which made a significant impact on Filipino music fans. Nowadays, OPM continues to rise and form waves beyond Filipino shores despite the foreign influences and the increasing number of international songs. Whenever I listen to OPM songs, it soothes and makes me calm because the melody and rhythm of the songs gives me an enchanting and nostalgic feeling. We can't deny the fact that OPM songs are very iconic and are implicated beautifully which are created with creativity, passion, and determination. I could say that remarkable and growing OPM artists paved the way to speak the hearts and minds of the Filipinos which made OPM still growing, developing, and showcasing its uniqueness and beauty to Filipinos and other race.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

Original Pinoy Music (OPM) arose from Filipinos' undeniable love for the art form. However, as time passed, foreign mainstream influences drastically altered Filipino compositions. However, the term "OPM" is not dead; rather, it is rising and developing. Because, in terms of quality and content, with the exploration of different genres, musical elements, and the relevance of artist's songs, OPM is really on the rise, and it is very much alive in the Philippines despite any foreign influence. Nobody can deny that legend OPM artists and new local artists are leaving a legacy and bringing pride to the Philippine music industry because we own OPM.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

Learning Filipino art forms is an important part of improving and supporting cultural education in the Philippine educational system. With the help of cultural education, we are not only academically competitive but also equipped with the qualities and skills that a Filipino naturally has in his veins. It is important that we learn about these different kinds of Filipino art because we have hearts that are capable of love and appreciation. We will learn about cultural concepts and practices through Filipino art forms, which will help us all become more knowledgeable about it and understand the value of our culture. With the study and appreciation of Philippine arts we will not only know of the different existing arts forms in our country, but rather know how much more to its existence and interpret beauty in everything we see and learn to value things within them.

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Do you agree that the term "OPM" still fits music being made in the Philippines today? Despite the foreign influences?

For me, I'm still unsure whether I may consider the term OPM fits the music being made in the Philippines today as music styles and languages used are becoming more "foreign." Though there are still some that remains and may be considered OPM, there are songs and music being made in the Philippines that sound more Western, and Korean. But do not misunderstand, I still love the musics being in the Philippines, but if there are any more to come, it would be wonderful if it could have more elements of our culture and language.

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Why must we learn about/appreciate these different Filipino art forms?

To truly engage with our country, I believe we should learn about and enjoy the many Philippine art forms. By doing so, we will also come to respect our nation as a whole. In addition to being academically competitive, we are also endowed with the traits and abilities that Filipinos are born with thanks to cultural education. Because we have hearts capable of love and respect, it is crucial that we learn about these various forms of Filipino art. What distinguishes us as Filipinos and sets us apart from other nations is the diversity of the country's artistic expressions; it is what best captures who we are.