Trending Now: The film 'Quezon' sparks controversy

The film 'Quezon'

'Quezon' is a historical epic film about Manuel L. Quezon, the Philippines’ first Commonwealth president, his rise in politics, and fight for independence from the US. Starring Jericho Rosales and directed by Jerrold Tarog, it’s the final #Bayaniverse trilogy film, praised for its performances and production, though it sparked controversy among Quezon’s descendants. Credit: TBA Studios (Facebook)

This week on SBS Filipino’s Trending Ngayon podcast, the film “Quezon” took the spotlight in a heated discussion. More than just a historical epic about the life of Manuel L. Quezon, the movie has also faced controversy after some relatives of the first President of the Philippine Commonwealth criticised it as a “demolition job,” claiming they were not consulted during its production.


Key Points
  • “Quezon,” starring Jericho Rosales and directed by Jerrold Tarog, is a historical epic that tells the story of Manuel L. Quezon, the first President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines, highlighting his political rise and his struggle for the country’s independence.
  • The film is praised for its high production quality, rich historical scope, and outstanding performances. It serves as the final installment of the #Bayaniverse trilogy and was produced by TBA Studios with support from the Film Development Council of the Philippines.
  • The film has sparked controversy among some of Quezon’s descendants, particularly Ricky Avanceña, who claimed the family was not consulted and described the biopic as a “demolition job.”
  • The film is also showing in select cinemas across Australia.
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