Amigo
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John Sayles Talks The Politics Of 'Amigo' & Working With A Filipino Cast
John Sayles' latest feature, "Amigo," is an intriguing moral fable, marrying historical narrative with a fictionalized tale that takes us on an emotional journey with those on both sides of a conflict. The background is the Philippine–American War of the early 20th century, a well-documented but not widely known (it certainly was skimmed over in our history classes) attempt to "win hearts and minds" of Filipinos. The "amigo" of the title refers to Rafael (Joel Torre), a cabeza (head) of a barrio whose initially envious position becomes his downfall when the Americans unceremoniously occupy the village and attempt to root out guerilla fighters...
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Review: 'Amigo' An Observational, Powerful Film Linking America's Political Past & Present
The following is a reprint of our review from TIFF in 2010.
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Watch: Trailer For John Sayles' Philippine War Drama 'Amigo'
So, did you subject yourself to that "Jack And Jill" trailer? Well, here's a little reward for your effort.
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