Dung-aw
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Diego and Gabriela Silang are landed Ilocos natives disaffected with the imposition of the indulto de comercio (a law giving right to Spanish officials to buy rice and tobacco at the price they prefer). The year is 1762 and the British invade Manila, the childless couple is among the landowners denying aid to the Spaniards in thwarting the British. When the Spaniards in retaliation jail Diego, his wife gathers their confederates and leads the uprising herself.
Dung-aw is a 1975 Filipino historical drama that tells the story of Gabriela Silang, who led an uprising against Spanish colonial rule in 1762 after her husband Diego was imprisoned for refusing to aid authorities during the British invasion of Manila. The film explores themes of resistance, colonialism, and the couple's defiance against unjust trade laws imposed on Ilocano landowners.
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When was Dung-aw released?
Dung-aw was released on August 5, 1975.
What historical event does the film depict?
The film is based on the 1762 uprising led by Gabriela Silang against Spanish colonial authorities in the Ilocos region, following the British invasion of Manila and the enforcement of the indulto de comercio law.
What genres does Dung-aw combine?
Dung-aw blends drama, music, and history to tell its story of colonial resistance in the Philippines.
Is Dung-aw available to watch?
Dung-aw is a completed film from 1975 and may be available through Filipino film archives, retrospective screenings, or specialty streaming platforms focused on classic Philippine cinema.
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