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As We Were (1976)

"Who is the real Filipino?"

7.519762h 5mTL
DramaRomanceWar

Directed by Eddie Romero

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

2h 5m

Language

TL

Release

December 25, 1976

Director

Eddie Romero

Official Trailer

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Overview

Set at the turn of the 20th century during the Filipino revolution against the Spaniards and, later, the American colonizers, it follows a naive peasant through his leap of faith to become a member of an imagined community.

Cast

Christopher de Leon

Christopher de Leon

Nicolas 'Kulas' Ocampo

Gloria Diaz

Gloria Diaz

Matilde 'Diding' Diaz Patron

Dranreb Belleza

Dranreb Belleza

Bindoy (as Dranreb)

Leopoldo Salcedo

Leopoldo Salcedo

Fortunato 'Atong' Capili

Rosemarie Gil

Rosemarie Gil

Concordia

Johnny Vicar

Johnny Vicar

Onofre 'Kidlat' Biltao

Tsing Tong Tsai

Tsing Tong Tsai

Lim

Jaime Fabregas

Jaime Fabregas

Komandante

E.A. Rocha

E.A. Rocha

Padre Gil Corcuera

Eddie Garcia

Eddie Garcia

Don Tibor

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into As We Were (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Set at the turn of the 20th century during the Filipino revolution against the Spaniards and, later, the American colonizers, it follows a naive peasant through his leap of faith to become a member of an imagined community.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of As We Were. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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