LOOK: Joel Lamangan’s ‘Fatherland’ mirrors society’s reflections this Black Saturday [April 19]
Contributed by Sandy Cagurangan
Heaven’s Best Entertainment and Bentria Productions will release “Fatherland,” a social drama film, in cinemas this coming Black Saturday. Directed by the multi-awarded Joel Lamangan and written by Roy Iglesias, the film features a cast of veteran and award-winning actors.
Star-studded cast
“Fatherland” brings together a group of actors from various television networks. The cast includes Cherry Pie Picache, Mercedes Cabral, Angel Aquino, and Ara Davao, known for their roles in “Batang Quiapo.” From GMA TV’s “Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap” are Kazel Kinouchi, Richard Yap, and Allen Dizon. They are joined by Max Eigenmann, Angel Aquino, Mercedes Cabral, and Jim Pebanco. Also featured are Jeric Gonzales and Abed Green from GMA, Rico Barrera, and Bo Bautista.
Story overview
The film centers on a Filipino-American young man, played by Iñigo Pascual, who is searching for his Filipino father, portrayed by Allen Dizon. During his search, the young man uncovers societal issues including land grabbing, a controversial POGO case, and Muslim separatism.
Why the title “Fatherland”?
Director Joel Lamangan explained the title’s meaning: “Habang hinahanap niya ang tatay niya, nakikita niya ang kondisyon ng bayang pinanggalingan niya. Kaya father in the Fatherland.” He also discussed his approach to filmmaking: “Everytime that I do a film, I would like to say something, I’m not a director who does a film that doesn’t say anything. Every film that I did, I would like to say something. At this particular point, I would like to say something, the son looking for the dad, at the same time looking for the love, at the same time exposing the ailment to the society.”
“Fatherland”, a mirror held up to society, will captivate audiences seeking identity, love, and belonging. The film will be released in theaters on Black Saturday, April 19.
