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The ‘Quezon’ question: Descendant’s ire vs director’s vision
Ricky Avancena, a descendant of former Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon, publicly criticized the biopic "Quezon" as a political satire and "a joke" during a post-screening talkback session.
Avancena accused director Jerrold Tarog of misrepresenting his grandfather's legacy and tarnishing the family memory for financial gain, stating the film portrayed him as a man driven by power and the root of the country's ills.
The confrontation occurred on October 23 in Makati City during a special screening organized by TBA Studios, where Avancena insisted on finishing his critique, accusing the filmmakers of disrespecting his grandfather's legacy.
Lead actor Jericho Rosales attempted to de-escalate the situation, but Avancena felt he had "sparked a national debate" by disrupting the filmmakers.
The film premiered in the Philippines on October 15 and will screen internationally starting October 30.
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