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Pedicab 2016
Pauwi na 016 - ISANG BYAHENG PABALIK SA WALA
Pedicab ang sakay, pero ang tunay na karga: desperasyon, pangarap, at isang panalanging hindi dinidinig. Ang ganda lang kasi hinubad ang ilusyon ng pag-uwi—dahil sa bansang ito, bahay mo man, estranghero ka pa rin sa hirap.
Ang trahedya? Hindi lang ito kwento ng isang pamilya—ito'y microcosm ng Pilipinas: iskwater ng pangako, kalsada ng kawalan. Nakakatawa, kasi masakit. masakit, kasi totoo.
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Moments in a Stolen Dream 1977
a captivating film that delves into the complexities of dreams and aspirations. It beautifully portrays the tension between hope and reality, making it relatable for anyone who has faced obstacles in pursuing their goals. The characters are well-developed, and their journeys are both moving and thought-provoking. Overall, it's a timeless reflection on the pursuit of happiness and the challenges that come with it
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Hiroshima Mon Amour 1959
Hiroshima Mon Amour is an intricate dance between memory and trauma, where Alain Resnais deconstructs the boundaries of love, loss, and history. The film unfolds as a fractured love affair, set against the backdrop of Hiroshima’s scars — a place where the past lingers, shaping the present. The dialogue between the French woman (Emmanuelle Riva) and the Japanese architect (Eiji Okada) blurs the lines between personal intimacy and the collective weight of war, offering a haunting meditation on how we remember…
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