National Artists Flashcards
someone who has promoted cultural identity and dignity through his/her art. (National Commission for Culture and the Arts, n.d.)
National Artist
He pioneered Modern Philippine Architecture
Pablo S. Antonio (1976)
Reshaped the urban landscape with a distinctive architecture reflective of Philippine Art and Culture
Leandro V. Locsin (1990)
Biggest contribution is his conviction that Philippine architecture exists and that it should be characterized by Philippine customs and culture; Architect, teacher, and civic leader who is a pioneer and innovator in Philippine architecture.
Juan F. Nakpil
Established the practice of Landscape Architecture in the Philippines, a field of architecture that is related to it.
Ildefonso Paez Santos, Jr.
“Architecture for God, for Man”; Pillar of Modern Architecture in the Philippines supported by a half-century career that produced ecclesiastical edifices.; He produced architecture that was perfect for tropical environment and the Philippine lifestyle.
José María V. Zaragosa (2014)
“Father of Philippine Neo-Vernacular Architecture”; Pioneered the sustainable architecture even before this type of environmental design movement (bamboo, coconut, rattan, and capiz).; He defended his philosophy and developed the “Filipinism” design style.
Francisco “Bobby” T. Mañosa (2018)
“The Boy Wonder of Philippine Movies”; First to use motion picture camera to establish a point-of-view;
Lamberto V. Avellana (1976)
First to rebel against the prevailing popularity of romances and melodramas; Mixed significant issues of his time with the conventions of Filipino movie-making
Lamberto V. Avellana (1976)
He espoused the term “freedom of expression” in the Philippine Constitution.; created the organizationConcerned Artists of the Philippines (CAP),
which he led for two years.
Lino Brocka
Vanguard of the contemporary Philippine filmmakers; Conveys Asian spirit to the world through depicting joy and sadness of common people
Marilou Diaz-Abaya (2022)
Her films examine the reality of the Philippines today and are filled with warmth and affection for common people; Consistently maintained an uncompromising stance in her examination of difficult social problems.
Marilou Diaz-Abaya (2022)
Extremely shy child who struggled to connect to his peers; Watched films from fire escapes and listened to the dialogue outside the theater
Ricardo “Ricky” Lee (2022)
Also known as the “Father of Philippine Independent Film.”; Has won international acclaim for his unique style of presenting a distinctively Filipino combination of third-world self-consciousness and pride, wrapping this up in his own individual sense of humour.
Kidlat Tahimik
Whose famous work is “Himala”?
Ricardo “Ricky” Lee and Ishmael Bernal
A Filipino actress, recording artist, and film producer; Started her career by winning the first prize in a singing contest, Tawag ng Tanghalan, in 1967
Noral Cabaltera Villamayor
“The genius of Philippine Cinema”; Recognized as a director of films that serve as social commentaries and bold reflections on the existing realities of the struggle of the Filipino.
Ishmael Bernal (2001)
He won four (4) awards in the Philippines Herald’s movie popularity polls (Most Popular Male Star, Most Popular Character Actor, Most Popular Director and his movie “Siete Infastes de Lara” as Most Popular Picture in the Philippines) with the help of Julita (his wife)
Manuel Conde (2009)
What is Manuel Conde’s screen name as an actor?
Juan Urbano
Film director, belongs to the Ilagan clan and as such grew up in an atmosphere rich in theater.; He produced many films that are now considered classics
Gerardo De Leon
He directed nine movies using the alias name Ronwaldo Reyes. He won the various best actor awards at FAMAS.; Filipino actor, director and politician
Fernando Poe, Jr.
A screenwriter, film director and a producer; His films captured the resilience of the Filipino; a source of inspiration and pride; admitted that writing was his first and foremost passion
Eddie Romero (2003)
Well-known editorial cartoonist and illustrator; was born in Daraga, Albay; His comic strips spiced up the slices of Filipino lives with witty illustrations executed throughout his 56 years of cartooning.
Lauro “Larry” Alcala
First comic strip of Larry Alcala that was a parody of superman
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