Quezon

A dense, talky political drama that feels like a chess match, with moments of dark humor and a brooding sense of history unfolding.

Directed by

Jerrold Tarog

Genres

Drama, History

Starring

Jericho Rosales, Benjamin Alves, Mon Confiado

Tagline

I am the Philippines.

Overview

A historical drama focusing on Manuel L. Quezon years after the Philippine Revolution during the American occupation. When his fight for independence from the United States is put to the test, Quezon finds himself playing the brutal game of politics to outmaneuver his rivals — including Leonard Wood, Sergio Osmeña, and Joven Hernando. In Quezon’s relentless quest for power, he ultimately faces off with Emilio Aguinaldo in the 1935 presidential elections, using charm and favoritism as both weapons and currency, in a campaign that ultimately changes the face of Philippine politics and history.

How it feels

Dark, satirical, tense and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, corruption, betrayal, ambition

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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