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GMA Network
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
National Museum of the Philippines loans Juan Luna's 'Una Bulaqueña' to Louvre Abu Dhabi
The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) has loaned Juan Luna's 'Una Bulaqueña' to the Louvre Abu Dhabi (LAD) in the United Arab Emirates, where it will be displayed until June 2026. According to NMP's post on Facebook, the loan is the first direct collaboration between the two museums, 'signalling a major milestone in the cultural dialogue between the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates.' The unveiling ceremony was attended by His Excellency Chairman of LAD Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak; Ambassador of the Philippines in the UAE His Excellency Alfonso A. Ver; and Deputy Director-General of the NMP Jorell M. Legaspi. Al Mubarak said LAD commits to promoting universality and global cultural exchange. 'With this display of 'Una Bulaqueña,' Abu Dhabi audiences will have the opportunity to discover a great deal about its cultural and art historical context, thereby learning more about the rich and fascinating history of the Philippines,' he said. Ver added that this strengthens the relations between the Philippines and the UAE. 'This significant cultural exchange reflects our shared commitment to fostering understanding and cooperation through art.' LAD director Manuel Rabaté said they're "deeply honored to bring this treasured masterpiece to the Arab world for the first time." He described 'Una Bulaqueña' as a representation of the heritage and identity of the Filipino people. "This exceptional loan strengthens our universal narrative by placing Southeast Asia's voice at the heart of our global dialogue." "Una Bulaqueña," also called "La Bulaqueña," is Luna's painting of a Filipino woman from Bulacan dressed in traditional attire. According to the Cultural Center of the Philippines Encyclopedia of Philippine Art, the woman in the portrait is Emiliana Yriarte Trinidad, who was less than 17 years old when she posed for the painting. She is 'a comely Filipina from an elite provincial family," depicted full figure in the formal dress of the time. 'Her contemplative gaze and upright posture speak volumes about the grace and strength of a Filipina,' NMP added on Facebook. 'The artwork also reflects Luna's mastery of merging the European art traditions of his time with the distinct dynamism of Filipino identity.' The painting survived World War II and was declared a National Cultural Treasure in 2008. It was sold to the NMP in World War II for 200 in Japanese military notes, according to the CCP. —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Los Angeles Times
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Diego Luna says Hollywood only offered drug dealer roles before ‘Star Wars'
Diego Luna revealed his personal experiences with Latinx typecasting in Hollywood prior to taking on the Empire in 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.' During an installment of the Hollywood Reporter's roundtable interview series, 'Off Script,' the Mexican star of the Emmy-nominated series 'Andor' revealed he was only offered drug dealer roles before he hyper-sped his way into a galaxy far, far away. 'Before 'Star Wars,' the only projects I'd get offered would be [about] drug dealers,' Luna said during the discussion, which included fellow drama actors Walton Goggins and Adam Scott. 'I could be the nice drug dealer and not the vicious one, but still a drug dealer.' The Golden Globe-nominated actor has been acting since he was a child in his native country of Mexico. He starred in various telenovelas during the 1990s before making his cinematic breakthrough in 2001 with Alfonso Cuarón's Oscar-nominated film, 'Y Tu Mamá También.' Luna would later appear in English-language films, such as Steven Spielberg's 2004 movie 'The Terminal' with Tom Hanks, as well as 'Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights,' in which Luna played the main love interest. He eventually starred in Netflix's cartel TV series, 'Narcos: Mexico,' as Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo, a founder of the Guadalajara Cartel. Luna added that Hollywood productions were not 'sending messages' that he could be himself in projects where he could see himself reflected in the roles. 'I remember being asked, 'Are you going to clean up your accent?' That's not part of the conversation anymore,' he said. 'But when I was 20, it was like, 'Man, you're great, and if you work with your accent, you'll be doing what this person or that person is doing.' And you go, 'Why would I like to do that? This is what makes me unique.'' Luna's presence in American productions has arguably helped increase the small percentage of Latinx representation in Hollywood; according to a 2023 report from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, Latinx people represent 19% of the U.S. population, but they only account for 4.4% of actors in lead or co-lead roles. And when they do appear on screen, the study revealed, they tend to depict people who are immigrants and living in poverty, as well as characters that skew violent, angry and criminal. In February, Netflix committed $1 billion in Mexico productions of series and films, in hopes of creating opportunities for Latinx people nationwide, according to the Hollywood Reporter. 'This investment, and the productions derived therefrom, will benefit Mexican production companies and will contribute to the growth of the local audiovisual industry,' said Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, during the press conference announcing the investment.
Gulf Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Louvre hosts cultural treasure ‘Una Bulaquena' of Philippines
Representative of the iron will of a people found in every corner of the world, an oil painting of a 16-year-old elitista provincial lass is now on display at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. This is the 185X87 centimetre rendition of Emiliana Yriarte Trinidad (January 4, 1878-March 22, 1971) by no less than her art instructor, Juan Luna (October 25, 1857-December 7, 1899), completed in 1895; known as 'Una Bulaquena' or 'La Bulaquena.' That was 11 years after Luna – older brother of another Philippine hero, General Antonio Luna (October 29, 1866-June 5, 1899) – won the grand prize at the 1884 Exposicion Nacional de Bellas Artes in Madrid, Spain for his 'La Spolarium,' a mockery on the Spanish conquest of his motherland, featuring dying gladiators. Alongside other scions of wealthy Filipino and Philippine-born Spaniards in Europe, the elder art student Luna, propagated for liberty from Spain. Unveiled last Monday in the presence of Department of Culture and Tourism/Louvre Abu Dhabi chairman Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak and Philippine Ambassador to the UAE Alfonso Ferdinand Ver, the painting, which Trinidad herself sold to a 'very influential art collector' at the pre-stages of World War II, is the second to be loaned to the museum. 'It is a continuity of relationship with the Philippines that began several years ago. It came from the necessity to have a beautiful artwork representing Filipino culture, supported by the Philippine Embassy,' Louvre Abu Dhabi director Manuel Rabate told Gulf Today. It was in 2022 when the Ayala Museum brought to Louvre Abu Dhabi from among its gold artifacts collection, a funerary mask from Butuan, Agusan del Norte and a cup from Nabua, Camarines Sur, dating 10th to 13th centuries -- still on exhibit. According to National Museum of the Philippines deputy director general Jorelle Legaspi, the one-year-stay of 'Una Bulaquena' in the UAE is historic. It is the first time that this 2008-declared National Cultural Treasure of the Philippines would be shared globally through another country. Related Legaspi: 'Emiliana Yriarte Trinidad had the foresight to sell her portrait to a very influential art collector, actually the National Museum of the Philippines in the 1940s.' Leafing through the archives of the museum that began operating in 1901, Legaspi said 'Una Bulaquena' escaped from the near obliteration of Manila, a consequence of the city's 1944-1945 liberation from the Japanese Imperial Army by the American forces, as 'that art collector' decided to have Malacanang, the Presidential Palace, as its repository. ''Una Bulaquena' still exists because of Emiliana's willpower to protect it from the war. Many of our best collections, works of art, and national treasures were lost or destroyed during the Battle of Manila. Both are a story of a strong, independent woman, of quiet confidence, of survival and resilience. It was not until 1986 that the National Museum was able to retrieve the painting and put it under it care within the museum itself,' Legaspi said. On the possibility that Louvre Abu Dhabi be the temporary home of other Filipino masterpieces, Rabate said: 'We showcase the connection of cultures. We are always sensitive to moments in the history of art where there is an encounter between different identities. This painting reflects that, highlighting the Western influence that is also part of Juan's legacy, while also speaking deeply about Filipino identity. We will have other partnerships, whether in permanent galleries or temporary exhibitions. The 'Asian Roads of Exchange' is a key project in 2026.' On the possibility that the National Museum of the Philippines would also host UAE artifacts and treasures, Legaspi said: 'We are definitely open to the idea. Whenever we have a museum-to-museum partnership, it is always important that we can provide the same care as what our partner would expect. We are working very hard towards that.' Ambassador Ver said 'Una Bulaquena' in the UAE 'is a testament to the expanding relations, not only through labour migration, but to the strengthening of bilateral ties, in different and previously untapped fields.' From Abu Dhabu-based multi-awarded artist-musician Sky Biscocho: 'It is always a joy and honour when artists' works are showcased internationally.' From Dubai-based gallerist Carlo Garrido: 'It was a powerful, emotional moment when I saw it. It shines a spotlight on the world class artistry we bring to the global stage.'
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
The Bold and the Beautiful Recap, June 18 Episode: Ridge Questions Nick About His Real Reason for Returning, Luna Gets Close to Hayes
On the June 18 episode of The Bold and the Beautiful, Ridge is caught off guard by Nick's surprise visit to Forrester. While Ridge is suspicious of his intentions, Nick keeps the conversation light, talking about Jack and teasing Ridge about his relationship with Taylor. Meanwhile, Steffy opens up to Taylor about her growing fears surrounding Luna, and at the beach school, Luna gets dangerously close to Hayes. Ridge confronts Nick about his visit At Forrester Creations, Ridge is surprised to see Nick and immediately questions his sudden arrival in Los Angeles. Nick says he missed the California sunshine. Brooke explains that they were just catching up and discussing Jack's work at Forrester International. Nick congratulates Ridge for reuniting with Taylor and assumes wedding bells are ahead. Ridge appears irritated and pushes for a straight answer about why Nick is really in town. Nick avoids giving one and instead turns the focus back to Ridge's relationship. When Ridge asks if Nick has anyone special in his life, he says no, adding that the sea has always been his destiny. Before leaving, Nick kisses Brooke's hand, annoying Ridge even more. Brooke assures Ridge she didn't know Nick was coming and insists he's just a friend. Ridge doesn't trust Nick and warns Brooke to stay away from him. Steffy shares her fears with Taylor At the cliff house, Steffy tells Taylor that the kids are doing well and enjoying life at the beach house. They express gratitude for Liam and for Electra, who's been helping with the children. However, Steffy quickly turns the conversation to her ongoing fear about Luna. She says she's still struggling to accept that Liam is dying and feels emotionally overwhelmed. Steffy worries about Luna's obsession with her family, especially with Finn. She believes Luna is a danger and is determined to protect her kids from her and Sheila. Taylor shares her concern and warns that the stress could take a toll on Steffy. Steffy recalls how scared she was when Luna was near Hayes and is determined to keep Luna away from him. Luna gets close to Hayes at the Beach School At the beach school, Luna watches as the kids play. When Hayes stays behind to grab something, she approaches him and offers him an origami crane. Hayes takes it and returns inside as Luna's face darkens. Later, Hayes shows the origami to his teacher, who praises it. When Electra arrives to pick him up, Hayes tells her about the 'nice lady' who gave it to him. At home, Taylor and Steffy are alarmed when Hayes reveals that the crane was a gift from someone he met at school. Back at the beach school, Luna meets Hayes' teacher again, who is impressed with her origami. The teacher invites her to visit again as a guest artist. Luna introduces herself as 'Sunshine' and agrees to return. As the teacher becomes excited to tell the kids, Luna smiles to herself, pleased with the new connection.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
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