1521

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1521

Released Oct 2, 2023

1h 55m

Drama

Action

Adventure

History

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In the pre-colonial Philippines against the backdrop of the epic Battle of Mactan, a native princess-seer with goddess-like beauty falls in love with a dashing Spanish soldier. Against all odds and pulled apart by their loyalties to their own people, they fought for their clandestine romance.

Dee

My son and I were disappointed that there was a chance for the diector to show the beautiful islands and people of Cebu and Matcan but chose not to. Nor did the director choose a show the talents of escra or Kali used by the military to this day. The best part about it was to share a part of history and culture with people in the states and the opportunities was lost and did not translate well.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

10/03/23

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Robert T

I recall understanding the 30,000ft view of the Spanish Colonization but not in such a magnified view the way 1521 allows us to see. How the impact on a few tribes where one is kneeling down and the other up in arms to fight for their land. The love story was fabulous with so many variations of tension from both sides view, family members, and tribal perspectives. Overall this is one to check out!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

08/11/24

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Dale J

Bea Alonzo was the only bright spot in this movie. unfortunately it suffered from a bad storyline, worse dialogue, and a combat sequence that a community playhouse would have been ashamed of. what could have been a redeeming feature in this movie would have been cinematography in a Paradise called Palawan where this "film" was shot. Unfortunately it looked like a bootleg "cam" done with a 90s era Nokia phone.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

06/07/24

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RJ A

I’m sorry but its the worst movie i’ve ever seen. Horrible acting and looks like a school project. Won’t recommend.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

06/05/24

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Mario M

I'm a big, longtime fan of the writer. I would recommend anything written by this talented scribe.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/25/23

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Jamie S

It was a great way of learning about the history of the Philippines. Brought my kids to watch the movie and they were definitely entertained and enjoyed it! The love story in the movie was heartfelt! Must see!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/17/23

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Synopsis

In the pre-colonial Philippines against the backdrop of the epic Battle of Mactan, a native princess-seer with goddess-like beauty falls in love with a dashing Spanish soldier. Against all odds and pulled apart by their loyalties to their own people, they fought for their clandestine romance.

Director: Michael Barder
Producer: Francis B. Lara Ho
Screenwriter: Francis B. Lara Ho, Mary Krell-Oishi
Distributor: Fathom Events
Genre: Drama, Action, Adventure, History
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 2, 2023, Limited
Runtime: 1h 55m

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