“Heneral Luna” is the 2015 film directed by Jerrold Tarog and produced by Artikulo Uno Productions which serves its purpose of modern-day storytelling. So tiring.)” – General Antonio Luna, “Heneral Luna” film (Is this really our fate? Enemy of our enemies. “Ganito ba talaga ang tadhana natin? Kalaban ng kalaban. HENERAL LUNA (2015), DIRECTED BY JERROLD TAROG Arts, poetry, music, stages, and films are some of the many venues where inspirations flow. It correlates to the celebrations pertaining to the June 12 Philippine Independence Day.Ĭelebrated by those in the Philippines and in the diaspora, June 12 Philippine Independence Day celebrations heighten many Filipinos’ sense of patriotism and love for the country.Ĭommonly referred to as the Motherland, the Philippines, its history, liberation struggles, and epic liberation battles magnetize much interest and inspiration intergenerationally and cross-culturally.įrom cultural to political events, the June 12 event lures leaders, politicians, and those curious of the Filipino people to their stories and culture. Unceded Territories – It is the Filipino Heritage Month, a month-long celebration in Canada and some parts of the world, which takes place every June. General Tinio Mayor Ferdinand Bote dies in an ambush on July 3, 2018.FILIPINOS DESERVE GREAT EPIC FILMS, FEARLESS SCREENWRITING, AND THEIR STORIES TOLDįor his valour and integrity in serving the Filipino people and the Motherland, General Antonio Luna was killed by Aguinaldo’s men on June 5, 1899. He previously served as municipal vice mayor.
In conclusion, the movie wants us to see how General Luna lead the Filipino soldiers against the Americans, how our leaders at that time cannot have their own stance and how indecisive they are, and how we lack unity which led to the death of many of our countrymen and to the fall of the Philippines on the hands of the … How did General Tinio die?įerdinand ‘Ferdie’ Bote is only on his first term as mayor of General Tinio, the second biggest municipality of Nueva Ecija. But he also showed Luna’s flaws – his very short temper, brashness, pride and impatience for “pasaway” subordinates. He showed the General’s strength as an excellent tactical military man, his good leadership, his passionate love for our country – all the qualities of an admirable national hero. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the movie heneral Luna? He is a healer, and capable of giving comfort to those in need – he will frequently offer a shoulder for others to cry on. Antonio Luna holds great compassion and seeks to be of service to others. He was born on Monday October 29th 1866, in Manila, Spanish East Indies, Haiti. Set during the Philippine-American war, Heneral Luna follows the life of one of Philippine History’s most brilliant soldier, General Antonio Luna, as he tries to lead his countrymen against colonial masters new and old, and to rise above their own raging disputes to fulfill the promise of the Philippine Revolution. He became famous for bravery, unusual style of fighting, and strict discipline.
Because of his bravery, Luna was named director of War on September 26, 1898. During the Phil-Am war, Aguinaldo made Luna a general. Why General Luna is a hero?Īfter his release fron prison, he studied military tactics. It is said Luna had become so importunate in his demands on Aguinaldo for power and increased author- ! ity that the Filipino leader decided Luna’s death was necessary for his personal safety and the Filipino cause. Luna and Ramon both died a few : minutes after being stabbed.