15 December 2015 - The Philippine Consulate General hosted a film screening of “BONIFACIO: Ang Unang Pangulo” at its community hall on December 10 in celebration of Bonifacio Day. Consul General Leo Herrera-Lim welcomed the film as one which gives a deeper insight on Andres Bonifacio and the Philippine revolution.
“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo” won the most awards at the 40th Metro Manila Film Festival including Best Picture in December 2014. The film was directed by Enzo Williams, produced by Philippians Productions and stars award winning actor Robin Padilla.
Renowned contemporary artist Eliseo Art Silva helped organized the event. “This controversial hero is presented as a fierce fighter, a brave leader, a compassionate brother and loving husband who endured personal tragedy and sacrificed himself all for the love of his homeland,” he remarked.
History enthusiasts, members of the media and other members of the Filipino American community of Los Angeles attended the film showing.
The original version of the film, “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”, is available thru video on demand (VOD) on this link: www.bonifaciothemovie.com END