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Heneral Luna

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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.

Critics Reviews

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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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Read all reviews

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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 Full Review 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 Full Review Audience Member Absolutely stunning film could not think of any film like this. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Phenomenal movie. Can't wait for Quezon! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Audience Member I think i've found my favorite Filipino movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review anton celdon r Charged by a remarkable performance by John Arcilla, Heneral Luna is a bold historical biopic with political portrayals that holds its lasting relevance even with a less compelling potrayal of the threats beset by the wartime era. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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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