A Word from the Director (2018) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
A Word from the Director (2018) — Mike De Leon imagined Citizen Jake “as an indictment of the Duterte regime using its
A Word from the Director (2018) Storyline
Mike De Leon imagined Citizen Jake “as an indictment of the Duterte regime using its horrific forerunner [the Marcoses] as a template of authoritarian rule,” and he caused a stir, as usual, in posting this promotional short for the film on social media. This short is essentially a Director's Statement in video essay form, and has been screened at New York's MoMA in their Mike De Leon retrospective.
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- Mike de Leon as Narrator
Why Watch A Word from the Director?
The Vibe: A Word from the Director is a eye-opening, informative, and deeply engaging documentary movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 2018. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for curious minds eager to learn about real-world events. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with documentary-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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