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Highlights
- Nothing short of exceptional subdued acting from Nora Aunor
- Ambitious film that aims to tackle very complex social issues
- The screenplay makes you cheer for the anti-hero protagonist despite her flaws and faults
- Rosanna Roces leaves an indelible performance, that voice remains in your head even a few scenes after. Reliable performance from Chynna Ortaleza
- Biring offering letters and money to the city of Manila so she will be accepted - that was visually poetic
- The first 30 minutes of the film will lock you in through strong visuals, relatable characters and a highly-interesting premise
- Some attempts at satire actually worked
- Biring's unforgettable laugh at the film's end
Lowlights
- The same ambition may have led to a confused storyline that wanted to touch on everything, and in some cases all at the same time
- Several non-relatable characters who were either too serious(attorney) or too corny (ringlord), in the process detaching the viewer from the logic of the treatise
- Unfocused direction that undermines the fluidity of story development
Rating: 6/10
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