Summary Have you ever held on to something for so long and lost it? Have you ever believed in something you have never seen? 'Dimalupig' is a story of a lost love, of dreaming, and of hope. It tells about the persistence of a young boy in chasing after his vision, against the strong currents of his deprived and orphaned youth. And, as he transitions into a self-made man, his indomitable spirit drives him to the attainment of his dream. Dimalupig is an advocacy film that pays tribute to and depicts the heart and soul of the Filipino seafarer. It is a unique genre of its own, being an inspiring and educational story about a fictional character, but surrounded by real people, and real events, making it a combination of both documentary and dramatic narrative. This is a first in the history of Philippine seafaring industry that an advocacy film about the Filipino seafarers has been made. It is about time that the youth learns about the unsung heroes in this country, and what the 'hidden' maritime industry is all about. View more details
Genres : Drama Family Documentary
Release date : Dec 19, 1915
Countries of origin : Philippines
Language : Filipino
Summary Have you ever held on to something for so long and lost it? Have you ever believed in something you have never seen? 'Dimalupig' is a story of a lost love, of dreaming, and of hope. It tells about the persistence of a young boy in chasing after his vision, against the strong currents of his deprived and orphaned youth. And, as he transitions into a self-made man, his indomitable spirit drives him to the attainment of his dream. Dimalupig is an advocacy film that pays tribute to and depicts the heart and soul of the Filipino seafarer. It is a unique genre of its own, being an inspiring and educational story about a fictional character, but surrounded by real people, and real events, making it a combination of both documentary and dramatic narrative. This is a first in the history of Philippine seafaring industry that an advocacy film about the Filipino seafarers has been made. It is about time that the youth learns about the unsung heroes in this country, and what the 'hidden' maritime industry is all about. View more details
Genres : Drama Family Documentary
Release date : Dec 19, 1915
Countries of origin : Philippines
Language : Filipino
