The Golf War (2000)

Globalization comes to a Philippine seaside community, which has to defend its ancestral lands against golf course development.

A Philippine government plan to transform ancestral farmland into a tourist resort sparks a dramatic conflict when villagers actively resist the development. As peasants and fisherfolk organize to stop the golf courses and yacht marinas, their seaside community called Hacienda Looc becomes a violent flashpoint in a larger, national battle over land and revolution. THE GOLF WAR is a provocative portrait of one community's fight for survival against forces of economic 'development', contrasted with views of developers, bureaucrats, and golf boosters in the Philippines, including Tiger Woods.

Director: Jen Schradie, Matt DeVries
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 39 min
Release Date:
Production: Anthill Productions
Language: English, Tagalog
Original Language: en

Keywords

capitalism, golf, philippines, new peoples army

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Golf War about?
A Philippine government plan to transform ancestral farmland into a tourist resort sparks a dramatic conflict when villagers actively resist the development. As peasants and fisherfolk organize to stop the golf courses and yacht marinas, their seaside community called Hacienda Looc becomes a violent flashpoint in a larger, national battle over land and revolution. THE GOLF WAR is a provocative portrait of one community's fight for survival against forces of economic 'development', contrasted with views of developers, bureaucrats, and golf boosters in the Philippines, including Tiger Woods.
Who directed The Golf War?
The Golf War was directed by Jen Schradie, Matt DeVries.
How long is The Golf War?
The Golf War has a runtime of 39m (39 minutes).
What genre is The Golf War?
The Golf War is a Documentary film.