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For Better or For Worse?

For Better or For Worse?

Is love defined by the pain we endure, or the freedom we give?

2025 · 20 min · Documentary

The Philippines remains the only nation without legalized divorce. Through the perspectives of a controversial priest, a women's rights advocate, and a child of a separated couple, this documentary explores whether the legalization of divorce in the country would be for better or worse.

Directed by Joseph Salas · Written by Endriane Bacalso

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