José Rizal

José Rizal

What matters death if one dies for what one loves, for native land and cherished ones?

1998 · 178 min · ★ 8.8 · Drama, History, War

Accused of treason, Dr. Jose P. Rizal awaits trial and meets with his colonial government-appointed counsel, Luis Taviel de Andrade. The two build the case and arguments for the defense as significant events in the central figure's life prior to his incarceration unfold. Upon hearing Rizal's life story, Taviel begins to realize that the accused not just is innocent but exhibits in fact all the qualities of an extraordinary man. When the mock trial unreels, Taviel is all set to act as the prime advocate for his client as Rizal himself is about to give an earth-moving speech to defend his honor and address his countrymen. Meanwhile, the Spanish authorities have worked out the vast political machinery to ensure a guilty verdict. A revolution waits in the wings.

Directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya · Written by Peter Ong Lim

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Cesar Montano José Rizal
Joel Torre Ibarra / Simoun
Jaime Fabregas Luis Taviel de Andrade
Gloria Diaz Teodora Alonso
Gardo Versoza Andres Bonifacio
Monique Wilson Maria Clara
Chin Chin Gutierrez Josephine Bracken
Mickey Ferriols Leonor Rivera
Pen Medina Paciano Mercado
Peque Gallaga Archbishop Bernardo Nozaleda, OP
Gina Alajar Saturnina
Ronnie Lazaro Andres Bonifacio

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