

We're all prisoners to something—and Diaz-Abaya's Karnal captures that Filipino culture, bonds, and values that we imprison ourselves and others with. Vic Silayan is as commanding as ever. Philip Salvador is brutal or endearing by command. And Cecille Castillo a revelation. Also might be among the best scored Golden Age Filipino film. Ryan Cayabyab ba naman?Kisapmata except exponentially more and on steroids.


i like metaphorically creative genre benders