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The Cultural Center Of The Philippines (CCP) is set to host the world premiere of renouned filmmaker Jerrold Tarog's "Ang Kabaligtaran Ng Gunaw (The Opposite Of The End)" along with the launch of the dance film "Hilom: Sayaw Dalangin Ng Pagasa At Pagkakaisa" on February 14, 2021 at 8:30 am and 4:30 pm which will be aired on CNN Philippines (free TV channel 9, SKYcable channel 14, Cignal channel 10, Facebook Live).
Tarog's "Ang Kabaligtaran Ng Gunaw" is an original poet by playwright Eljay Castro Deldoc turned into a short but sweet cinematic experience featuring the original concept and choreography of Rodelson Yadao with Tarog composing the music for the dance film and an ensemble cast comprised of dancer Eloisa Jessa Tangalin and members of the CCP Dance Workshop including Sarah Anne Alejandro, Monica Amanda Gana, Stephanie Kerilen Santiago, Karla Marie Santos, Victor Maguad, Lester John Reguindin, Earl John Arisola, Al Frederick Abraham, Louise Joh Ababob, Danilo Dayo, Jr., Bonifacio Guerrero, Jr., and Justine Josep Orande. The eight-minute short feature film brings together literature, music, dance, theater and film to create a unique collaboration on the importance of artistic expression and creativity that is much needed in the process of healing and overcoming the pandemic.
On the other hand, Hilom features folklore dances associated with Filipino rituals and dance traditions to show how relevant dance is to the lives of the people especially during the times of difficulties and challenges. The dance production engages various folkloric dance groups and communities in working together to produce dance performances that highlight the affinity of Filipinos to connect to the spiritual world for prayer, supplications, thanksgiving and worship. The dance groups and artists featured in the production include the following: Abigail Calma (as Inang Bayan) from the Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group, the Kaloob Phil Music and Dance Ministry, the Lyceum of the Philippines University of Batangas – Lahing Batangan Dance Troupe, Leyte Dance Theatre of Jess De Paz Foundation, Inc., the University of Cebu Dance Company, the Melengas Dance Ensemble, and the Koronadal Hinugyaw Cultural Dance Troupe. The dance film under the direction of Stephen Ramos Biadoma follows the original story and concept created by the UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe with music by Teresa Barrozo, editing by Ge Anonuevo, cinematography by Brandon Relucio and costumes by Carlo Viray Valderrama.
Jerrald Tarog's "Ang Kabaligtaran Ng Gunaw" and "Hilom: Sayaw Dalangin Ng Pagasa At Pagkakaisa" are living promises that CCP will open its doors once again and welcome its artists back as there are still more stories to be told, more songs to be sung and heard, and more ideas to be expressed. And as artists always say, the show must and will go on. After the twinbill premieres on CNN Philippines, CCP plans to hold an outdoor hybrid screening, tentatively titled Cinema Under The Stars, at the CCP Grounds following strict health and safety protocols. There will also be an online premiere through CCP's official Facebook page and YouTube channel. Visit www.culturalcenter.gov.ph and CCP's social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) for more information and updates.
