He skips school to watch movies at the local movie theater. Abnkkbsnplako, 12th anniversary edition bob ong on. The author mentioned some of his previous books in this book stainless longganisa, alamat ng gubat, abnkkbsnplako and ang paboritong libro ni hudas and one story in one of these books became the reference why this book was titled 56. This book starts at the 72 nd chapter where our unnamed protagonist is old and full of days, down to the first chapter at the end of the book where he is born into the world and starts his life. Abnkkbsnplako by bob ong even had a film adaptation entitled abnkkbsnplako the movie which was released by viva films on february 19, 2014 starring jericho rosales, andi eigenmann, vandolph and meg imperial. The film stars from upper left, clockwise meg imperial, vandolph quizon, andi eigenmann, and jericho rosales in a laughoutloud and moving tale about growing up and friendship. The first book i bought is abnkkbsnplako or more known as the green book. The movie stars jericho rosales as roberto, a character which a lot of readers believed is based on bob ong himself. Bob ong, author of abnkkbsnplako and 9 other books youve probably read ama.
Abnkkbsnplako is an autobiography detailing author bob ongs school days, from his experiences on his first day of primacy school to his disastrous university experience and culminating with his entry into the education sector himself, as a teacher. From gradeschooler to teacher, follow the mischief and misfortune of bob ong as he juggles school, love and friendship. Its a light, feelgood comedydrama that takes a nostalgic look at student life pinoystyle from the 1980s to the. Nostalgia in film version of bob ongs abnkkbsnplako classroom mischief, puppy love, and lasting friendships take a trip down memory lane in bob ongs abnkkbsnplako. Well, this is for those who cannot afford to buy a copy or cant get a. It sounds like a sweet idea by pouring immense love of. Abnkkbsnplako is the best example of true pinoy classics. The first edition of the novel was published in february 2001, and was written by bob ong. Abnkkbsnplako is said to be the book that closely states ongs life story as he candidly retells his student days. The grade entitles the film to a 100 percent rebate of amusement taxes.
Abnkkbsnplako mga kwentong chalk ni bob ong bob ong on. Entertaining and truly engaging as described by members of the cinema evaluation board ceb which gave the film an a grade, the movie based on bob ongs book brings back memories of high school life, so indeed all of us who went to secondary school can relate to the story of friendship, of love, and crushes. Nostalgia in film version of bob ongs abnkkbsnplako. Upon reading the book, one can associate the feeling of nostalgia and relatability to the absurdities in the filipino culture. He has the ability of adding a humorous twist to any dismal event in his life in school, adding metaphors and funny lines to liven the book. Book summary, character analysis and its main theme can also be viewed here. The film version was released by viva films on february 19, 2014 entitled as abnkkbsnplako the movie starred by. The movie, showing in cinemas on february 19, 2014. Nostalgia in film version of bob ongs abnkkbsnplako rappler. See all books authored by bob ong, including bakit baliktad magbasa ng libro ang mga pilipino. Lumayo ka nga sa akin get away from me is a humorous parody novel by filipino writer bob ong. Bob ongs abnkkbsnplako is now a movie inquirer lifestyle. The book was published in multiple languages including filipino.
The first book of bob ong tells his childhood memories, from his earliest days as a student until his first few years at work. Abnkkbsnplako aba, nakakabasa na pala ako the movie. A film version titled abnkkbsnplako the movie was released by viva films and mvp entertainment on february 19, 2014. Campus comedy movie fans will soon get to enjoy bob ongs adventures. The main characters of this humor, non fiction story are. Abnkkbsnplako mga kwentong chalk by bob ong synopsis. Filipinos really patronize bob ongs works because, while most of his books may have an element of comedy in them, this is presented in a manner that replicates filipino culture and traditions. The pleasures of bob ongs abnkkbsnplako are not hinged on its generic plot but on its unabashed appreciation of all things close to being forgotten from decades past. I knew bob ong by receiving text quotations from friends. We all know who jericho is, but who and where in the world is bob ong. Director mark meily has quite a bag of tricks here, and hes definitely not scrimping but does the movie pack an emotional punch. Going back to the flick, the upside of bob ongs first booktomovie adaptation is that there are some lessons in the movie which targets everyone. Abnkkbsnplako 2014 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Lumayo ka nga sa akin by bob ong books in my baggage. In 2001, when bob ongs abnkkbsnplako hit bookstore shelves, all his publisher wanted was to sell the 500 copies it had printed. Free download or read online abnkkbsnplako mga kwentong chalk ni bob ong pdf epub book. Buod ng abnkkbsnplako mga kwentong chalk ni bob ong. Throughout the book, ongs renowned humor is wellspread.
The book is written in tagalog, the language of the philippine islands. Ulo kaibigan ng bida portia kaibigan ng bida special someone ang gusto ni bob ong. Bob ongs abnkkbsnplako the movie is scheduled to open in theaters nationwide on february 19, 2014. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of abnkkbsnplako by bob ong. Bob ongs bestselling book abnkkbsnplako, a fictional memoir of roberto ongs days as a student, is now a movie directed by mark meily. While the book namedrops various references to 80s and 90s pop culture to tickle its readers fancies, what really makes ongs first published work so memorable is its depiction of what seems to. The film chronicles robertos learnings from his school experiences with his friends as well his pursuit for his special someones affection andi eigenman. Though the book is one mans autobiography, it goes beyond a simple life story, taking a humorous but critical look at one countrys education system and calling for substantive change. Coconuts manila hunts down the author who is known for his pinoyflavored words of wisdom and finds out interesting facts about him via an email interview. Bob ongs 2010 hit horrormystery novel ang mga kaibigan ni mama susan is set to make its way to the big screen, and awardwinning actor joshua garcia will star in its still undisclosed. A ko or aba, nakakabasa na pala ako mga kwentong chalk ni bob ong that was published and had an unexpected hit way back in 2001 by. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Pilipino, consists of 181 pages and is available in paperback format. At ngayong buwan nagbalak akong basahin ang lahat ng aklat na isinulat ni bob ong kung may movie marathon, meron naman akong tinatawag na bob ong marathon.
It was ongs 9th and standalone book that was divided into three different stories and was written in a screenplay form. Abnkkbsnplako the movie is viva films big screen adaptation of bob ongs seminal, and nowclassic, book. After reading that it, i got interested other books. The movie follows the timeline of writer bob ongs school days, the main concept is to reminiscent the unforgettable memories of the old high school life.
Abnkkbsnplako is a 2001 autobiography by filipino author bob ong his first and most. Abnkkbsnplako the movie offers a nostalgic look at. Bob ong depicted in his book, the filipino cultural norms in his time which is somehow existing until today. Bob ongs abnkkbsnplako was the first book that viva films announced to be made into a movie. When i got a job, is one of my goals, to buy a book of him. Mga kwentong barbero ni bob ong, and stainless longganisa, and more on. A b n k k b s n p l a ko is a hilarious chronological journey to our past lives as darn kidsstudents who saw life as a playground and not a battle arena, and who lived their lives day by day, one at a time. Bob ong the phantom of filipino literature the tipsy tales.
Throughout the book, ong s renowned humor is wellspread. Like your family will be there in times when you need somebody to talk to, or you should. Bob ongs abnkkbsnplako is a nostalgic account of his life in school. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint.
In 2001, bob ong published his first book entitled abnkkbsnplako which was a very unexpected success that shocked not only nida gatusramirez, visprint inc. Abnkkbsnplako by bob ong students corner books in my. Its a light, feelgood comedydrama that takes a nostalgic look at student life pinoystyle from the 1980s to the 1990s and beyond. Out in cinemas on feb 19 is the jericho rosales starrer abnkkbsnplako the movie, based on the book of bob ong. His first book abnkkbsnplako aba, nakakabasa na pala ako has now come to the big screen a trip from the blissful days of elementary. This is likely the reason why his first book and those that followed it, can be considered true pinoy classics. According to nida ramirez of visprint, which eventually became bob ong s publisher, the author wrote on bobong pinoy that he wanted to get a book published. Abnkkbsnplako is as much a story of the philippines and the countrys culture as it is a story of bob ong and his life. The success of bob ongs book among filipinos has been attributed to its conversational tone which. Ramirez, who became a fan of bobong pinoy, approached him and started exchanging messages, which eventually led to the publication of abnkkbsnplako, bob ong s first book, in 2001.
Sa ilang tanong na hindi nasagot kahit pinilit kong simutin lahat, may posibilidad na. It is directed by mark meily, and the script was written by ned trespeces. Abnkkbsnplako the movie follows the timeline of writer bob ongs school days, the main concept is to reminiscent the unforgettable memories of the old high school life. Ito ang throwback movie ng taon, ang barkada movie ng taon, ang feelgood movie ng taon, ang everything movie ng taon. Ipinakita niya ang buhay ng simpleng batang katulad niya. Also starring in the movie are meg imperial, vandolph, and andi eigenmann. The movie, which received the highest grade of a from the board recently. It starred andi eigenmann as special someone, meg imperial as portia, vandolph as ulo and jericho rosales as bob ong. Abnkkbsnplako the movie is based on the bestselling, nowclassic book of the same title by popular author bob ong. It is designed as a delivery system for nostalgia about school, the film mainly composed of short vignettes that recall particular moments of school life, from show and tell, to cutting classes, to falling in love for the first time. Bob ongs first mysteryhorror novel ang mga kaibigan ni mama susan will have a movie adaptation starring joshua garcia. Ph books that made the jump to the big screenand where to. In 2001, when bob ong s abnkkbsnplako hit bookstore shelves, all his publisher wanted was to sell the 500 copies it had printed.