HENERAL LUNA

(Critique story)

The story “HENERAL LUNA” is one of the best historical movies ever created by the
Filipinos. It shows complete details and information thatgeneral Luna and his men did before. As
a viewer, perhaps I was get the exact message that the director wanted to convey; the movie is
about the willingness of our Filipino ancestors who fought and willinglysacrificed for the
country. In particular, General Antonio Luna, the main character, was depicted as the
nationalistic leader of the Filipino soldiers. Here, the makers were able to create a character
somehow similar to us, something which we can relate for.

The movie shows horseshoes and having no collective unity and loyalty in the society
Greatlakes’s the country. The movie reminds us of the sacrificed and the blood wasted, just to
achieve the freedom and independence that we have long been aspiring for. Thefilm is engaging
because the author makes it realistic for it to become convincing for the viewers. The scenarios
are naturally implied to Filipino people’s characteristic before, one of which was depicted was
that they did not mind to use vulgar words. Moreover, the movie is not depicted too poetic so the
generations are able to relate. The film is also not boring so the viewers are interested to watch it
emphasized the history of our country under the jurisdiction of then President Emilio Aguinaldo
as General Luna lead the Philippine army for the freedom of our country. It also shows the
political hierarchy in his time. Watching the film, it expands our knowledge about our history
and at the same time it is also entertaining. I am really impressed with the movie. The unique
perspective and idea of the maker, the way the artists brought their character, and all of the style
they used in making such a beautiful movie, truly caught the attention of the viewers.

It is just that, I got disappointed about the unexpected unhappy ending. I mean, why some
of the Filipino before, kill the General instead of just being open and cooperative. Its ending was
also unclear, but being unclear makes the viewers to create and imagine their own ending based
from their understanding. So, in the end the movie is really great for those who is open minded
and for those who really loves the Philippines. If there is another historical movie, I would love
to watch it and to know more about it.