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A Movie Review of Heneral Luna by Jerrold Tarog
A Movie Review of Heneral Luna by Jerrold Tarog
A Movie Review of Heneral Luna by Jerrold Tarog
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General Luna is one of the best Philippine historical films ever created.
It comprises all of the information and facts obtained by General Luna and
his group previously. The film is really strong and eye-opening as I watched it
because it is based on our history. I had no idea how fiercely our Filipino
warriors battled to defend our country. The director wants us to know that
General Luna fought till the end, despite the fact that other Generals and
high-ranking government officials failed to help him. Filipinos can fight the
Another example in the film is bravery. He also shows his vengeance against
cowards and traitors on his side, as well as his love for the country he adores.
From what I've seen of the film General Luna, it appears to be a one-
sided story, as it primarily focuses on the life of General Antonio Luna, one
of the best generals who led the Filipinos in the battle against the Americans.
At their cabinet meeting, the officials got into a disagreement, which started
the story. The president at the time, Emilio Aguinaldo, Apolinario Mabini,
Luna were among them. Some leaders believed that the Americans would
contribute in the growth of the Philippine economy, while others, like General
Luna, thought that the Americans would be the cause of the Philippines'
collapse. A few days later, Filipino soldiers approached the American forces,
and the Americans opened fire on them. As a result, General Luna was in
charge of the battles against America, which lasted for a long period. Many
Filipinos killed in these wars, and many soldiers escaped for their lives.
Seeing this film of General Luna who accomplished for this iconic
person in Philippine history was incredible. Luna was a true gentleman and a
true patriot, willing to fight and die for his nation. He showed his opponents,
even those more powerful than him, that he was not scared while fighting a
revolution against those attempting to invade his country. While his men
cheered him on, he made some internal enemies among those who did not share
epidemic. We're still battling, despite the fact that we're having a lot of
a real politician who played both sides well but ultimately benefited only
himself. He always had hidden agendas that did not benefit the Katipunan
cause, which is really the only true for Filipinos and by Filipinos movement and
Philippine revolution.
so intelligent that it shows in his work. It also makes him have a lot of angry
general's assassination took place. This was carried out by his angry
ally.
General Luna is one of the few Filipino films that is both entertaining
and thrilling to see. The film is based on Antonio Luna, a Filipino general who
believes he can change the outcome of the fight against the attacking
among Filipinos. That's why his intentions as a General fell across one, not
even the President, could appreciate him. The film General Luna, which has
earned a lot of appreciation from critics and audiences, is famous for its