And So It Begins (2024)

Amidst the traditional pomp and circumstance of Filipino elections, a quirky people’s movement rises to defend the nation against deepening threats to truth and democracy. In a collective act of joy as a form of resistance, hope flickers against the backdrop of increasing autocracy.

Cast (8)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Maria Ressa

Self

Leni Robredo

Self

M

Manuel L. Quezon III

Self

Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.

Self

Rodrigo Duterte

Self

S

Sara Duterte

Self

Imelda Marcos

Self

Ferdinand Marcos, Sr.

Self (archive footage)

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