The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may have been the biggest stumbling block in what is being called the “ Third Golden Age” of Filipino films and, overall, the crucible that will determine the future viability of Philippine cinema (or cinema in general). So, grab your popcorn and drinks, and get ready to binge-watch.Metro Manila (CNN Philippines Life) - Philippine cinema in 2020 will be remembered not by its films, but the changes the pandemic brought upon the industry.
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We might not be able to go out and watch in movie theaters, but we can still support Philippine cinema at home. It’s so great to see so many Filipino films offered on an international streaming platform like Netflix. He was of the youngest Generals in the Philippine-American war. Del Pilar, known as ‘Goyo,’ fought in the Battle of Tirad Pass. This historical biopic centers on the life of Gregorio Del Pilar, played by Paolo Avelino. Once you’re done watching Heneral Luna, this is the next film to watch. Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral (2018) Image from Netflix Actor John Arcilla plays General Antonio Luna leading the Philippine Revolutionary Army in the Philippine-American war. Watch this biopic if you want to learn more about the history of our country and/or if you want to see action, history, and great acting. Brandon “The Truth” Vera as a scary PDEA officer. An ass-kicking version of Anne Curtis we didn’t know existed. Top three reasons to watch this film: Action-packed scenes set in a claustrophobic maze of shanties in the middle of a drug raid. Their struggles get worse when someone kidnaps their 1-month-old daughter. They try every means possible to survive life on the streets. The film revolves around the story of a teenage couple, Jane and Aries Ordinaryo. This was the most awarded film in the 2016 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival. Pamilya Ordinaryo (Ordinary People) (2016) Image from Netflix This prompts an investigation that unexpectedly leads to chilling discoveries. It’s about a young farm girl who accidentally shoots a critically endangered and protected Philippine Eagle. If you’re looking for a mystery-thriller, Birdshot is a good local option. It’s a star-studded movie led by actors Aga Muhlach and Ronaldo Valdez. The film revolves around the reunion and reconciliation of siblings after their father is diagnosed with cancer. There’s nothing like a heartwarming, Filipino family drama movie to make you appreciate your family more. Prepare your tissues and your heart as they give love another shot before it’s too late. Is there love after death? This film explores the rhetoric as two ex-lovers, Lisang (Gina Pareno) and Manolo (Eddie Garcia) meet again, but this time in Purgatory.
Hintayan ng Langit (2018) Image from Netflix It starts with a whirlwind romance and proceeds to have a dark, unexpected twist. We see Mara (Cristine Reyes) fall fast for Joachim (Xian Lim). It’s a ‘he said-she said’ film about two Filipinos who serendipitously meet in Tbilisi, Georgia. This drama-thriller will surely have you hooked, right from the opening scene. Watch how they navigate friendship, love, and alcoholism. She seeks refuge in alcohol and her friend Francis (Santos), who’s had a big crush on Jane since highschool. Jane (Padilla) is a washed-out actress with a lot of issues and feels trapped in an abusive relationship with her boyfriend. On Vodka, Beers and Regret (2020) Image from Viva EntertainmentĪctors Bella Padilla and JC Santos have done it again with another indie film that will get you reaching for tissues. There, they discover unexpected things about each other on the trip that could pull them apart. For their prenup shoot, they decided to go on a trip to Iceland. It’s a story of long-time couple Ben (Paolo Contis) and Jen (Alessandra De Rossi) who finally got engaged after being together for 13 years.
If you feel like crying your heart out or if Iceland is your dream destination, this movie is for you. Binge watch on these movies on these movies, now! Through Night and Day (2018) Image from Netflix Netflix has breathed new life into some of the best Pinoy flicks that never got the attention they deserved in our local cinemas.
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