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Three Godless Years 1976
ito ay isang nanunuot na larawan ng mga taong nasangkot sa digmaang ito rito sa pilipinas upang magsilbing paalala nang isang kagimbal-gimbal na nakaraan at babala sa darating na panahon. sapagkat ang mahalaga ay makita ang katotohanan at maikintal sa isipan ng bawat isa kung ano ang naganap sa loob ng tatlong taon nang ang tao'y iniwan ng dios.
one of the things i consider when choosing a film to watch is the title. many of the films i’ve watched…
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The Stepmother 1996
The first thing that stood out to me was Claudine's remarkable skill in holding her own alongside actresses like Sharon and Vilma. I have to mention this in my review of the film. I love how she matched Sharon’s performance so well.
I don’t know why, but this film made me cry several times! Maybe it’s because I have mommy issues, haha. I really liked the storyline and how much understanding Sharon's character had! Honestly, if I were in her…
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The Woman in the Septic Tank 2011
I appreciate how the film tackled various social issues, including poverty, family planning, and child trafficking. It’s important for films to raise awareness and help viewers understand these topics better. However, the film would have been even more impactful if it had explored the root causes of these issues, particularly why so many Filipinos are affected by them. The main cause of poverty and its link to child trafficking and other social problems stems from a flawed system and government.…
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Sigwa 2010
The writer and director clearly have a strong understanding of their film. The story is straightforward and well-executed, though it could have been improved with a bit more effort. The film portrays the idea that once you become an activist, it stays with you throughout your life. It also highlights the harsh reality that many activists, who dedicate their lives to serving the people, may change their stance if they gain power. However, I don’t quite understand why the plot…
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