
Evolution of a Filipino Family
Directed by Lav Diaz
Produced by Ebolusyon Productions, Sine Olivia Pilipinas
A slow, intimate portrait of rural Filipino family life under authoritarian rule, tracing generational struggle and resilience across sixteen years of political and economic hardship.
Spanning from 1971 to 1987, in rural areas under the Marcos regime, a poor farming family struggle to overcome challenges brought on by corruption and greed for power.
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Is Evolution of a Filipino Family sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Evolution of a Filipino Family end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Evolution of a Filipino Family violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Evolution of a Filipino Family easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Evolution of a Filipino Family scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Like Evolution of a Filipino Family
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Evolution of a Filipino Family
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Evolution of a Filipino Family, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Evolution of a Filipino Family, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Evolution of a Filipino Family, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































