The Legend of Apo Whang-od | Taking Time with Spence Lee | Episode 2 - Buscalan

Spence Lee travels to the remote village of Buscalan in the Kalinga mountains of the Philippines to visit legendary tattooist Apo Whang-od, the oldest living mambabatok, and learn from her wisdom alongside the vibrant people of Buscalan.
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Director: Jason Ano
Creative Director: Cynthia Guo
Producer: Emily Truong, Chris Heinrich
DP: Mike Koziel
Camera Operator: Michael Rodgers
Photographer: Lindsey Blane
Edit / Color: Joseph D’Aleo
Production Co: Dissident
Producer: Trissy Gopez, JP Gopez
PM: Chesca Pagulayan
Drone Operator: Ellis Jacobsen
Drone Assistant: Andre Martinez
Live Sound: Mikhail Pineda
PA: Edison Sta. Ana, Dax Tugade
Driver: Ken Manalo, Miguel Chico, Shano Naceno
Tour Guide: Mindo Wigan
Homestay: Charlie Sabenorio
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[@missjoy2925]

Thank you for beautifully showcasing my ancestors. I WANNA EMPHASIZE IF YOU ARE VISITING HER THAT YOU ARE NOT ALWAYS ENTITLED TO A TATTOO THE VILLAGER HOMELAND IS SACRED, SO RESPECT THE VILLAGE ELDERS AND COMMUNITY AND DON'T LITTER

[@liwindm]

I just want to share my experience here. My words are not enough to convey how truly breathtaking the journey is from Manila, to Baguio, to Bontoc and to Buscalan in 2023. I only wanted to find myself and explore the history of places in my country. But unexpectedly, I met a man who after a year of adventures together then gave me a wonderful baby girl that we named Busca. Meeting the people of Buscalan and getting inked by the legend, Apo Whang Od and her niece "ate" (big sister in Filipino) Daisy is an experience that is truly unforgettable of love and culture. I am very grateful for everyone I was with through that December. The friends I made, our guide, my best friend who almost collapsed climbing the high mountains, and the man who now is the father of our beautiful daughter. Btw great video, I always anticipate all kinds of work from 88 rising. Keep it up!

[@verraguid]

culture is so tear inducing 😢❤

[@jrdimaano07]

Damn. This is a masterpiece. I had chills while watching it. The shots are divine. New fan here

[@Prinren]

This being documented is so cool!

[@ebonidenese9182]

Pure Joy 💫🙏🏾🫶🏾

[@ebonidenese9182]

This is so dope!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@Cami.D]

So dope!! 🫶🏽 🇵🇭

[@HN-fb6md]

This is so dope!!

[@Jeezy88]

The music is ❤

[@yonathanasefaw9001]

Awesome!

[@M4RJESS]

This is crazy 🌴💫💫💫💫

[@aubz4888]

Award winning content right here.

[@lindzkim523]

Dope 🫡

[@notcharliebee]

dope vid

[@rosalinmaryrose3023]

From the Philippines. ? Wow 🥂

[@lordflacko7269]

pinoy 4 life

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🧡🧡

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[@Shmop_]

Song at 9:00 ??? Any idea?

[@CE_Channel]

9:05AM//4-23-24

[@REX-zg2od]

Melo new song?

[@jerome4612]

lopit mo mikhail P!

[@symbionicrex10]

I dont see colour as far as I'm concerned these are my people. I'm black by the way😅

[@kawayanldn9324]

What we really want to know is how is my man from the remote mountain in the Philippines speak english.

[@spence_lee]

He went to a university in the city