Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral

by TBA Studios Studios

Ang Batang Heneral is a coming-of-age story about how a young, overconfident boy learns to accept his own mortality and, more importantly, his duties as a true soldier of the Republic.” – Jerrold Tarog, director of Ang Batang Heneral
History lessons have ingrained in Filipinos the heroism of the boy general Gregorio del Pilar, famed for the Battle in Tirad Pass. But the ideals that spur a revolution are as complex as the motivations of this young man to pursue greatness.
This compendium brings together the process of making the movie from its director, producers and screenwriter, and an interview with Bulacan historian Isagani Giron that looks into the writings of Teodoro Kalaw and Nick Joaquin. It invites thoughtful scrutiny of a flawed young man and a deeper reflection of Philippine history in hopes of a more meaningful understanding of ourselves as a people and as a nation.

100 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 20, 2019

Reviews

[Jovi Dacanay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good synopsis. Best to read through well, then watch the film, for learning purposes. Great material for history teachers

[AL · Rating 5 out of 5]

Napakagandang basahin bago o pagkatapos mapanood ang film. Makikita mo rito ang hindi perpektong buhay ng mga bayani...ang mga kamalian nilanat kunh paano nila ito itinama. Mababasa rito ang detailed events of Goyo's life from how he became the young general to realizing his love for the country. Recommended ito sa mga kabataang curious on what really happened during the past.

[Alex Gere]

good book