Heneral Luna

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Heneral Luna

R

Released Oct 30, 2015

1h 58m

History

Drama

Biography

War

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In 1898, Gen. Antonio Luna (John Arcilla) faces resistance from his own countrymen as he fights for freedom during the Philippine-American War.

Richard Kuipers

Variety

Anchored by a charismatic central performance by John Arcilla ("Metro Manila") and peppered with exciting action sequences, the pic has the all-around energy to overcome the odd moment of bumpy storytelling and prosaic dialogue.

Nov 30, 2015

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Tom Long

Detroit News

From an American perspective, "Heneral Luna" may not be much of a film, but it's a fascinating artifact.

Rated: C

Nov 6, 2015

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Michael Rechtshaffen

Los Angeles Times

"Heneral Luna" would never be mistaken for more serious-minded art-house material, but there are certainly less lively ways to be taught a history lesson.

Nov 6, 2015

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Panos Kotzathanasis

Asian Movie Pulse

“Heneral Luna” has its issues, but as the sum of its individual components, the outcome is definitely positive, particularly due to Arcilla's performance and overall charisma ,and the visual approach that is befitting of a true epic.

Rated: 6

Apr 16, 2023

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Oggs Cruz

Rappler

What is most fascinating about Tarog's Heneral Luna is that it does not place its intent ahead of its craft. The film is beautiful to gaze at.

Jul 17, 2019

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Sarah G.

'Heneral Luna' is a gripping historical drama that brilliantly portrays the volatile character of General Antonio Luna and the tumultuous period of the Philippine-American War. Its intense performances and sharp dialogue make it a powerful exploration of patriotism and the cost of leadership.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/20/24

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R C

Told from the 1898 Filipino perspective of the Philippine-American war, this paints a beautiful story of patriotism and country from the non-American view sorely needed. Great performances and a film all Filipino Americans need to watch, even with the historical artistic license. Cinematography is epic. And I appreciate they chose authentic Tagalog dialogue, keeping the heart of the story intact. IMO - THE first successfully made epic period movie in Philippine cinema history hands down. As time moves, my hope is this becomes appreciated by worldwide audiences.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/08/23

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Audience Member

Absolutely stunning film could not think of any film like this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/25/23

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Audience Member

Phenomenal movie. Can't wait for Quezon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/21/23

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Audience Member

I think i've found my favorite Filipino movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/26/23

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Audience Member

No doubt, this film captured the heart and real artifacts.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/26/23

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Jerrold Tarog

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John Arcilla

Antonio Luna

Mon Confiado

Emilio Aguinaldo

Arron Villaflor

Joven Hernando

Joem Bascon

Paco Román

Archie Alemania

Eduardo Rusca

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Synopsis

In 1898, Gen. Antonio Luna (John Arcilla) faces resistance from his own countrymen as he fights for freedom during the Philippine-American War.

Director: Jerrold Tarog
Producer: E.A. Rocha
Screenwriter: Henry Francia, E.A. Rocha, Jerrold Tarog
Distributor: Abramorama
Rating: R (Brief Nudity|Strong Bloody Violence|Some Language)
Genre: History, Drama, Biography, War
Original Language: Filipino
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 30, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 1, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $195.6K
Runtime: 1h 58m