In the era of American occupation in the Philippines, the story follows Teodoro Asedillo, a nationalistic school teacher who transforms into a revolutionary leader. Asedillo's unwavering belief in social justice and workers' rights leads him to challenge the oppressive system. Dismissed from his position as a police chief due to his principles, he forms the Anak Pawis movement, fighting for the rights of the oppressed.
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Fernando Poe Jr.
Teodoro Asedillo
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Celso Ad. Castillo
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Celso Ad. Castillo Director · Sergio Lobo Cinematographer Augusto Salvador Editor
First release September 3, 1971 · Produced in Philippines
Production
FPJ Productions
Production
Philippines
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Original language
Tagalog
Spoken on screen
Tagalog
Release dates
Philippines · September 3, 1971
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No release date listed for United States.
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