This is a "coming of age" film about Filipino Americans. It was a shock to realize how little I knew about this culture. I didn't even know the name of the language.
It turns out that this is the first film every made in the United States about Filipino Americans. Not surprisingly, it took many years to fund and make. Then it took great effort to distribute and promote it.
What a mission - to enable Filipino Americans of all ages to look at the big screen and see something of themselves and their culture at last. Hurray for a worthwhile mission and a job well done. The film is engaging, educational, and just plain good. I'd recommend it to everyone. 4 stars.
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