Filipino American History Month Film Series: ‘Himala’ review

Filipino American History Month Film Series: 'Himala' Review

In honor of Filipino American History Month, Sacramento State showcased a digitally-restored version of Ishmael Bernal's 1982 film "Himala."

The film is a Filipino cinema classic that touches upon poverty, desperation, religious fanaticism, and blind faith.

As part of its Filipino American History Month Film Series, Sacramento State hosted a screening of the digitally-restored version of Ishmael Bernal's 1982 film "Himala" at the Hinde Auditorium.

The critically-acclaimed movie premiered at the 1982 Metro Manila Film Festival, where it won several awards, including best art direction, best cinematography, best editing, best picture, best sound engineering, and best lead actress for Nora Aunor's performance.

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Author's summary: Filipino American History Month film series showcases 'Himala'.

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