Kwento Ni Toto: Senior High

Monday, September 4, 2023

Challenges Faced by Teens Across Generations: A Universally Shared Experience

Toto 10:05:00 PM

In the tapestry of teenage life, bad habits, bullying, and family issues have always been part of the story, no matter which generation we're talking about. Whether it's the older generation (baby boomers) or the younger one (Gen Z), it seems like these problems always show up. What makes them different is how they happen, how people deal with them, and how much they affect us. And this is just my thoughts and my observation, I'm not a guru or an expert but probably thoughts of me being once a teenager.

For people who love movies and books, these things are like the essential ingredients in a recipe. Just like a dish isn't tasty without the right spices, growing up isn't complete without these challenges. People often say, and it's somewhat true, that these difficulties are a normal part of growing up. At some point in your life, there's always someone who makes things tough for you. What matters is how you handle it and how it affects you.

Recently, during a press event for the TV show "Senior High," one of the main actresses, Andrea Brillantes, talked about being bullied. She explained how her experience was very similar to what happens to some characters in the show.

If we look back at the time when the baby boomers were young, there were movies with actors like Dolphy who often played characters dealing with bullying or family problems. Some famous examples are Facifica Falaypay, Captain Barbell, Bondying, and others.

Similarly, in Herbert Bautista's movies, his characters were usually bullied, as seen in films like "Puto" and "Captain Barbell."

Even though these challenges are a natural part of growing up and life's journey, we still need to find the courage to tell others how we feel. While these problems may not be a big deal for some, they have become serious issues for today's generation that require attention and help.

The "Senior High" series isn't just showing us what today's young people are going through; it aims to make us aware of what might happen and how it affects them.

The series is sure to spark discussions as it unfolds its story in each episode. According to the actors in the series, viewers will easily connect with the characters, their challenges, and their narratives. While the show addresses some prominent themes, it also delves into the hidden problems within each individual and family, offering opportunities for exploration.

Talking openly and honestly is the best way to deal with these issues. If you feel like you need to talk, don't hesitate to confide in someone close to you, like a friend or a family member.

Monday, August 28, 2023

updates

Senior High Tackles Mental Health and Important Issues

Toto 10:54:00 PM

The forthcoming primetime series "Senior High," set to debut on Monday (August 28), will feature the country's emerging luminaries including Andrea Brillantes, Kyle Echarri, Juan Karlos, Elijah Canlas, Zaijian Jaranilla, and Xyriel Manabat. Together, they will delve into the paramount challenges confronted by Generation Z, as presented by ABS-CBN and iwantTFC.

The mystery-thriller series ais to shed light on important and relevant issues that individuals struggle with no matter what social class they belong to. Topics such as usicide, mental health, bullying, and peer pressure are highlighted in the series to help viewers have a better understanding if ever they are in a similar situation.

"we tackle sensitive topics. I really don't want to romanticize drugs, mental health, etc. I want to make this different and magkaroon talaga ng impact and makatulong talaga kami sa ibang tao na we need to take responsibility for our own life," shared Andrea who echoed the sentiments of he co-stars.

"Senior High" opens with the reunion of twin sisters Luna and Sky, both played by Andrea, who have completely differnt personalities. Luna is smart and bubly, while Sky is indifferent to others out of resentment to Luna and their mother Tanya, which is played by Angel Aquino, for abandoning her with her grandmother.

Sky will enter a whole new world when she joins Luna at the prestigious Northford High. She will get to know more about the different cliques in school, including the group of the wealthy bullies and siblings Archie, portrayed by Elijah, and Z, played by Daniela Stranner, Z's rockstar boyfriend Gino, played by Juan Karlos, and their friend Poch, which is portrayed by Miggy Jiminez). While the other faction of sugdents are the "good ones" who have dirty secrets of their own - Obet played by Kyle and young couple Tim and Roxy portrayed by Zaijian and Xyriel.

The sutdents of Northford High will be in hot water when Luna dies after falling from a blacony. It will be ruled as a suicide, but Sky is convinced that someone pushed her sister. Sky will become determined to seek justice and in the process, she will uncover a lot more shocking twists than she has ever imagined. Did Luna really commit suicide? What are the secrets of the students?

"Senior High" is directed by Onat Diaz and Andoy Ranay, the same directors of the hit revenge series "Dirty Linen." It also features Tommy Alejandrino, Gela Atayde, Baron Geisler, Mon Confiado, Sylvia Sanchez, Desiree Del Valle, Kean Cripriano, Ana Abad Santos, Gerald madrid, Inka Magnaye, Agneli Bayani, Ryan Eigenmann, Rans Rifol, Rap Robes, Kakki Teodoro, and Floyd Tena. ABS_CBN Entertianment and iwantTFC present a Dreamscape Entertainment productin, "Senior High," starts its airing thsi August 28 from Mondays To Fridays at 9:30PM on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, A2Z, TV5, iWantTFC, and TFC.