La Paloma: Ang Kalapating Ligaw indie film at CCP Theater November 26
For the second leg of its series “Underrated Films, Forgotten Filmmakers,” the Society of Filipino Archivists for Film (SOFIA) presents La Paloma: Ang Kalapating Ligaw by Joey Gosiengfiao, to be screened for free at the Tanghalang Manuel Conde (CCP Dream Theater) on Thursday, November 26, at 4 pm.
Shot in 1974 in black and white, the humorous film tells the story of flamboyant actress Paloma Corazon (Celia Rodriguez), who’s unexpected visit to the wake of the late Don Lorenzo (Ricky Belmonte), her lover, causes unwanted tension as she is deemed unwelcome by Don Lorenzo’s wife Anida (Vina Casino).
Chaos further ensues with the inevitable inheritance split, this time also involving Don Lorenzo’s mother Soledad (Mona Lisa). Adding to the mess is the entry of Joel (Orestes Ojeda), a struggling but handsome guitarist who applies as a gardener in the mansion.
Hilarious at every turn and filled with biting wit and social commentary, La Paloma: Ang Kalapating Ligaw is a film that truly deserves a second look.
Through its program “Underrated Films, Forgotten Filmmakers,” the Society of Filipino Archivists for Film (SOFIA) aims to spark awareness and a renewed sense of appreciation for Filipino films that have hitherto gone unnoticed, as well as to turn the spotlight on local filmmakers who have not received their proper due but who are undoubtedly worthy of recognition. (PNA)
