This Is My Country is a gripping film set in the 1980s, depicting the struggles of a nation in crisis. It explores themes of justice, human rights, and social realism. The story follows a group of individuals who find themselves caught in a web of corruption, as they fight against abusive labor practices and unfair treatment. With tensions rising, they must navigate through betrayal and desperation to bring about social justice and change.
A documentary that delves into the events and people who were part of the Philippine Revolution, offering a deep insight into the struggles and triumphs of the movement. It captures the passion and dedication of the Filipino people fighting for their rights and freedom.
"Batas Militar" is a definitive documentary about martial law under the dictatorship of former President Ferdinand Marcos in the Philippines.
The Year I Did Nothing is a comedy-drama movie set in Manila in 1985. It follows a group of four young friends as they navigate through the pop culture, political unrest, and personal experiences of the time. They experience the effects of the People Power Revolution, the influence of the Catholic Church, and the legacy of the Marcos regime. The film explores themes of immigration, activism, and coming-of-age in a tumultuous era of Philippine history.
War By Other Means is a 1992 television documentary by John Pilger and David Munro concerning loans to developing countries from the World Bank which cause them to pay more interest then they ever receive in international aid ("debt as a weapon"). It also analyses Structural Adjustment Programs, which are proclaimed to enable countries to compete in the global economy, but have the effect of lowering wages which results in the transfer of wealth from poor to rich. It features Dr. Susan George, author of The Debt Boomerang.
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