Tuesday 21 October 2014

BLUE BUSTAMANTE (2013) Film Review

BLUE BUSTAMANTE
Film Review
Rating: 4/5
Director: Miko Livelo
Writers: Miko Livelo, Joel Ferrer
Cast: Joem Bascon, Jun Sabayton, Dimples Romana, Jhiz Doecareza

The cast and crew of the action TV series Blue Bustamante prepares on their set. Photo by entertainment.inquirer.net

The film portrays different family and personal values in a discreet way. It is something that almost everybody can relate to for it speaks of an OFW's life abroad, an OFW's family left in the country, a child's suppressed feeling towards his father, bullying, friendship, respect for co-workers, the life behind a stuntman's costume and most of all, the limitlessness of life's posibilities.  Moreover, the film also portrayed the struggles of an OFW to fight the temptation of having an extra-marital relationship. What's amazing in this film is that all these elements were portrayed in a comic way. 

Technically speaking, the camera shots, script and acting of actors are fit to the story. For me it's a powerful film yet lightly delivers it's message to the viewers. It is no doubt a film to recommend for all ages, since children may also learn the value of the hardships of their parents abroad.