Abstract. Now more than ever, representations of marginalized identities in various film productions have met relative success and positive reception from the masses. With multiple gay icons at the forefront of new media, the contemporary Filipino film industry capitalizes on the images of a visible minority riding on themes of diversity, inclusivity, and empowerment, which is why it is possible for shows like Sparks Camp to be produced for public consumption at present. Upon the announcement of the show’s casting, there has been an uproar online regarding the lack of diversity in the show, labeling the cast as essentially and exclusively Bonifacio Global City (BGC)/Poblacion gays. While contestations on diversity may be easily debunked on grounds of the actual demographic and cultural variation between the campers, as was explained by the show’s host Mela Habijan, a critical analysis based on intersectionality, consumptive pedagogy, and queer theory reveals that the problem is less about diversity than the implicit ideological bedrock through which the show was built on. Sparks Camp is symptomatic of the propensity of gay representation in contemporary Filipino media to marginalize rather than liberate a readily vulnerable community. Conclusively, media representation of marginalized identities must go beyond normative representation and image-building and instead focus on “queer representation.”

Keywords. media representation, gay image, queer theory, consumptive pedagogy

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Layugan, R. G. Q. (2024). The Representation Myth: Unveiling Oppressive Gay Images in Sparks Camp with Queer Paradigm. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 7-10. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_3db83f62b4f84fedb5b70f4e41bebda2.pdf?index=true

Abstract. The feminine body is often depicted in media and culture as a territory of historical abjection, a vessel of colonial burden, a commodity under authoritarian rule, and a sociopolitical Other. While this does not stray far from the reality of feminine experiences, I also insist on the power of literature to serve as counter-narratives that explore the potential of this Other to subvert its victimized position and escape that which exploits her. For this reason, in this article, I analyzed “Generations” by Ninotchka Rosca (1998) by observing its depictions of intersectional gendered experiences and survival under Macho-feudalist systems. The events of domestic exploitation, militarized structures, and sexual violence in the short story and the context of a hypermasculine political state are the primary evidence discussed. With this narrative evidence, I used Althusser’s (1970) framework on ideological and state apparatuses to explore the Macho-feudalist mechanisms that produce and reproduce the conditions that naturalize the oppression and Otherness of women. More importantly, I also argued that Rosca (1998) subverts this narrative as she converts the role of feminine victimhood into powerful feminine rage and vengeance. This article introduced an observation of Macho-feudalism in Philippine literature. I discussed a counter-narrative to destabilize systemic machismo and ideal victimhood through this creative territory and academic analysis.

Keywords. subversive narratives, feminine rage, feminine vengeance, feminist literature, Philippine literature

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Bañares, D. T. (2024). Rage and Resistance: An Analysis of Macho-Feudalism in Ninotchka Rosca’s (1998) “Generations”. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 11-19.  https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_63e4199cb70b4322a212a83d6fdbc8ce.pdf?index=true

Abstract. This study explores the mind style of Connie Vidal, the enigmatic protagonist of "The Woman Who Had Two Navels" by Nick Joaquin. It investigates its alignment with the three interpretations of the titular two navels, as delineated by Tope (1998). By focusing on word choice and sentence structure concerning agency and animacy (Fowler, 1977; Leech & Short, 2007) of Connie’s dialogue, the research aims to account for the ways the two navels shape Connie Vidal and the ways she realizes, embodies, and reacts towards the main themes of the novel. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the novel's thematic richness through stylistics, offering insights into the interplay between individual consciousness, societal norms, and existential dilemmas in Joaquin's seminal work.

Keywords. mind style, cognitive stylistics, mental idiolect,  Philippine fiction, cognitive poetics

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De Castro, K. L. (2024). She is Intelligent, She is Headstrong, and She has Two Navels: Mind Style in Nick Joaquin’s The Woman Who Had Two Navels. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 20-26. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_ea69edd642754ccf8ed91215f358f70f.pdf?index=true

Abstract. Studio Ghibli has been known to produce animated films that tackle various important topics such as environmentalism, war, and Japanese history. These films also focus on female narratives and showcase strong and independent female characters who do not exhibit the stereotypical characteristics of traditional Japanese women, most of whom have secondary positions in many films. This research paper aims to determine if the female portrayals in the Studio Ghibli film Princess Mononoke reflect the traditional characteristics of a Japanese woman. It employed qualitative content analysis in comparing and contrasting the individual traits of the main and supporting characters and identified whether these conform to those of a traditional Japanese woman. This includes deductive approach/priori coding, which uses pre-established categories and quotes from the film to determine if the film's characters apply to such. While Princess Mononoke (San), Lady Eboshi, and the film’s supporting characters personify the cultural and traditional settings of 14th-century Japan, they concurrently show their strength, courage, and decisiveness – characteristics that can be considered empowering. Future studies may survey whether these portrayals can be seen in other anime and examine their alignment with specific female images from Japanese history.

Keywords. anime, gender studies, content analysis, Japanese women

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Wyson, J.D. B, De Las Llagas, S. I. A. & Aquino, S. A. M. (2024). Who Said Women Can't Fight? A Comparison of the Female Characters in Princess Mononoke and The Traditional Japanese Woman. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 27-38. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_f8494a4e785640eda6d85e966d0be1d8.pdf?index=true

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Monteseña, F. A. (2024). Ang Batang Nag-uulam ng Toyo. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 39. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_7f4b912a7c4a4144a4551e3a22ec41b1.pdf?index=true

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Monteseña, F. A. (2024). Ang Binatang Umiibig sa Matandang Babae. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 39-40. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_7f4b912a7c4a4144a4551e3a22ec41b1.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). A Woman of Disquiet. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 41. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_b068e5982ed54e73a4123bcf8288e84a.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). Minutiae. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 41-42 https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_b068e5982ed54e73a4123bcf8288e84a.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). Woman, You Matter. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 42. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_b068e5982ed54e73a4123bcf8288e84a.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). 33 Years, A Woman. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 42. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_b068e5982ed54e73a4123bcf8288e84a.pdf?index=true

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Comeros, J. S. (2024). Juana's Reality. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 43. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_fdf4828236e14abb8a7e1322e97de416.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). Paglalayag. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 43. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_fdf4828236e14abb8a7e1322e97de416.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). Hugna. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 44. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_fdf4828236e14abb8a7e1322e97de416.pdf?index=true

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Barcelita, K. J. C. (2024). Seasons of Freedom. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 44. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_fdf4828236e14abb8a7e1322e97de416.pdf?index=true

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Magpile, C. M. L. (2024). Laban-Laban: Tiger Millenial Tita. DALIN Journal, Special Issue, 45-46. https://www.leapphil.org/_files/ugd/405de6_fc0bfb8bdab14516aa83f78567788b5a.pdf?index=true