Score: 3.75
16 Ratings
Genre: Drama
Synopsis: A collection of interwoven stories about life and violence in the Philippines, following a college professor, a university chancellor, a social worker, a police chief, two students, two mothers, and a lawyer.
Director & Writer: Dustin Celestino
Cast: Dolly De Leon, Bituin Escalante, Agot Isidro, Miggy Jimenez, Jojit Lorenzo, Frances Ignacio, Paolo O’Hara, Joel Saracho, Dylan Ray Talon, Chrome Prince Cosio
Reviews/Notes:
“The quality of the writing was astoundingly astute and hard-hitting as Celestino presented both sides of the arguments in scathing and acerbic, yet eloquently- and elegantly-constructed, statements. Despite the seriousness of the topics, Celestino was still able to inject welcome elements of dark humor into each episode, all succeeding to elicit uncomfortable but welcome laughter from the audience to break the extreme tension.” (Read more)
– Fred Hawson, Fred Said (4.5/5)“Ang Duyan ng Magiting shines with its solid screenplay and outstanding performance from its ensemble cast. It got an important message to tell about the social injustice in our country and an eye opening about the current political statement in our society. It got a creative treatment in screenplay that feels like watching a theater play in a film. ” (Read more)
– Bernard Santos, My Movie World (4.5/5)“The star studded ensemble is given great material to work with, and pretty much everyone shines in their respective roles. As the film moves from set piece to tense set piece, it doesn’t let up that tension for a minute. As a cinematic experience, the end product is deeply engrossing and definitely worth watching.” (Read more)
– John Tawasil, Present Confusion (3.5/5)“A contemplation on the agony of a nation stuck in between political lines. A polarizing experience, but one that’s worth pondering about.” (Read more)
– Jayson Laniba, Film Circle Reject (3/5)