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Post War &
Modern Ar Forms
Of the Philippines
By Group 4
The post-war event had an impact to
influence new themes with its new
symbolism and communication modes.
This was the time that Filipinos learned
to express themselves more confidently
and proudly.
Visual Arts
During Post war, Philippine Architecture was dominated
by the American style. In this period the plan for the
modern city of Manila was designed with a large number
of art deco buildings, by famous American and Filipino
architects. Many of the destroyed buildings were rebuilt
and at the end of the 20th century modern architecture
with straight lines and functional aspects was
introduced.
Space age
- Space Architecture or also known as Googie
Architecture.
- is the theory and practice of designing and building
inhabited environments in outer space.
-describes a futuristic, often flashy, building style that
evolved in the United States during the 1950s.
Googie Features
Reflecting high-tech space-age ideas
• Flashing lights and neon signs
• Boomerang and palette shapes
• Starburst shapes
• Atom motifs
• Flying saucer shapes
• Sharp angles and trapezoid shapes
• Zig-zag roof-lines
Union Church of
Manila
UP International
Center
Soft Modernism
- It describes material qualities and new approaches to
design. Yielding readily to touch or pressure; deficient in
hardness; smooth; pliable, malleable, or plastic came to
define some of the most exciting design motives of the
1960s and '70s. These new design approaches were
skeptical of modernism; soft was deemed to enable
uniqueness, openness, and lawlessness.
Churche of the
Holy Sacrifice
<--------->
Churche of the
Risen Lord
<--------->
Characheristics
By 1946, Implemented in these designs were reinforced
concrete, steel, glass, cubic forms, geometric shapes,
Cartesian grids and absence of applied decoration.
The 50's and 60's introduced glass walls, brise soleil,
peirced screens, and concrete shells.
This followed the “form follows function” professed
namely by: Cesar Concio, Angel Nakpil, Alfredo Luz,
Otillo Arellano,Felipe Mendoza,Gabriel Formoso and
Carlos Arguelles.
Literacy Arts
During the postwar period, Filipino writers got their
inspiration from American teachers and wereable to
learn their techniques, which also helped in mastering
the English language.
Writers wrote fiction that focused on courageous deeds

as well as the sacrifices and suffering in thelives of
Filipinos. It was also common for writers to write about
the experiences of the Filipino peopleu under the
Spanish , American and Japanese.
• Romanticism
• Nationalism
• Independence
• Nature
• Expression of Feelings
• fantasy
• social problems
• poverty
• politics
• morality
Nick Joaquin, A National Artist for Literature awardee,
wrote articles under the name of Quijano deManila. His
short story "May Day Eve," published in 1947, is about
love in a patriarchal society. Italso made use of magic
realism.
F. Sionil Jose, One of the most widely read Filipino

writers in English, wrote the short story "Waywaya,"
which is about pre-Hispanic society and the people’s
struggle for moral order. It was published on 1983
Alejandro Roces, A Filipino author, essayist, and
dramatist, wrote the short story "We Filipinos AreMild
Drinkers." This story focuses on the drinking habits and
culture of Filipinos and Americans. Published, 1943
Edith L. Tiempo's poem "The Return" is a sentimental

piece that talks about the old age
Horacio de la Costa wrote an essay about The History
and Philippine Culture, which emphasizes understanding
and presenting of one's nation. Published, 1965
Steven Javellana wrote a novel titles "Without Seeing

the Dawn" that talks about the Philippines under the
Japanese Occupation. Published, 1947
Banaag at Sikat (From Early Dawn to Full Light) has been
dubbed the ‘bible of the Filipino working class.’ Being
among the earliest novels written by Lope K. Santos, it’s
considered by Filipino critic Teodoro Agoncillo as one of
the most important books in Philippine literature in
1949.
Miguel Syjuco's Illustrado is layered with fiction and
non-fiction themes, the story begins with main character
Crispin Salvador, a noted writer whose lifeless body was
discovered by authorities floating off the Hudson River
in New York. Since there was no evidence of foul play, it
led them to think that the author must have taken his
own life
The Marcos era in the ’70s is a dark chapter in Philippine
history. No one dares to speak against the government
for fear of execution – in some cases, bodies are not
even retrieved. Hence, it has been a tumultuous period,
especially for the Filipino parents to protect their kids
from the oppressive regime and at the same time, stand
together as one family. Lualhati Bautista's Dekada 70
tells the story of lead protagonist Amanda Bartolome
and her family, where she had to deal with facing the law
and her responsibilities towards her five sons.
Performing Arts
After the Japanese occupation, the Philippine theatre
has evolved to become an amalgamation of the various
influences such that of the zarzuela, comedia, bodabil,
and western classics. Theatre was largely performed in
English during the time, as it became a large part of
classroom education. Meanwhile, zarzuelas such as “Ang
Kiri,” “Dalagang Bukid,” and “Paglipis ng Dilim” became
well-known beyond their regions.
By the 1950s, theatre had moved out of classrooms and
the concept of paying for a ticket to see a theatrical
performance emerged. This “legitimate” theatre was
held in closed theaters – these became events in
themselves, not just mere parts of a celebration or
religious ritual.
During this time, playwrights such as Severino Montano,

Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero, and Alberto S. Florentino honed
their crafts and contributed to the development of
performing arts in the Philippines.
Through the years, Philippine theatre groups have
staged numerous plays in both English and Filipino, be it
written by a Western or local playwright. Spanish culture
and traditions largely influence performing arts in the
Philippines, but the contemporary style is borrowed
from the Americans. Classic shows such as The Westside
Story and Sound of Music made waves in recent years
when it took the local stage. This year, The Theatre at
Solaire presents The Lion King, an internationally
renown production set to wow Philippine audiences.
Musical Arts
After independence in 1946, Philippine music showed a marked
growth in cultural consciousness and nationalism. Music
schools increased from the pre-war 12 to 33, offering Bachelor
of Music courses in piano, voice, strings and wind instruments,
music theory, composition and music education. Some schools
offer course for the Master of Music degree.
The League of Filipino Composers was established in 1955 with

11 charter members. Filipino composers continued writing
major works using western idioms with conventional traditions
utilizing folk themes and legends. .
The ethnomusicologist/composer Jose Maceda whose
exposure to Asian music and Filipino tribal music has
produced an embodiment of his advanced thinking
combining sounds with 20th century techniques in his
avant-garde compositions producing numerous papers
and even composing his own pieces for Southeast Asian
instruments.
1977, Maceda aimed to study Philippine folk songs which

he describes as having more focus on rhythm rather
than time measure
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Post War &

Writers wrote fiction that focused on courageous deeds

F. Sionil Jose, One of the most widely read Filipino

Edith L. Tiempo's poem "The Return" is a sentimental

Steven Javellana wrote a novel titles "Without Seeing

During this time, playwrights such as Severino Montano,

The League of Filipino Composers was established in 1955 with

1977, Maceda aimed to study Philippine folk songs which

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