Jianne Soriano

Based in Japan, Jianne Soriano is a Staff Writer focusing on Asian cinema.

Philippines

Review: “12 Weeks” Grapples with Reproductive Rights in the Philippines, Amidst Patriarchy and Conservatism

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Hong Kong

Review: “In Broad Daylight” Shows Bleak State of Hong Kong Journalism and Care Homes

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Japan

Review: With “Monster”, Hirokazu Kore-eda Redeems Himself By Exploring Tumultuous Youth and Misunderstandings

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Hong Kong

Review: “The Sunny Side of the Street” Scratches the Surface of Hong Kong Refugees’ Experiences

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Thailand

Review: Netflix Thai Movie “Hunger” Uses Food to Examine Class Divides and Ambition

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South Korea

Review: Korean Action Thriller “Kill Boksoon” Offer Social Relevance and Emotional Undercurrents

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South Korea

Review: Disney+’s Philippine-set K-Drama “Big Bet” Gambles on a Complex Rags-to-Riches Story

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South Korea

Review: Netflix’s “The Glory” Is a Revenge K-Drama Highlighting the Pains of School Violence

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Japan

Review: “My Small Land” Offers an Intimate Look at Kurdish Refugees in Japan

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Cambodia

Review: Davy Chou’s “Return to Seoul” Is a Soulful Exploration of Transnational Identity and Culture Clash

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