The '70s (2002)

How do you raise your children in times of uncertainty?

The '70s (2002) poster

Amanda and Julian are doing their best to rear their five sons during the repressive dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos. Though the parents view themselves as apolitical, most of their sons bristle at life under martial law and turn to various forms of activism -- or to simple teenage rebellion -- for release. After the family becomes the victim of extremist violence, Amanda begins to find her own dissident voice.

Director: Chito S. Roño
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 128 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Nonong Buencamino
Cinematography: Neil Daza
Editing: Jess Navarro
Production: Star Cinema – ABS-CBN Film Productions
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: tl

Keywords

based on novel or book, political activism, fascism, suspicion, martial law, dictatorship, philippines, torture, family in peril, marcos, imelda marcos, rebel army, victims of violence, protest movement

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The '70s about?
Amanda and Julian are doing their best to rear their five sons during the repressive dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos. Though the parents view themselves as apolitical, most of their sons bristle at life under martial law and turn to various forms of activism -- or to simple teenage rebellion -- for release. After the family becomes the victim of extremist violence, Amanda begins to find her own dissident voice.
Who directed The '70s?
The '70s was directed by Chito S. Roño.
Who stars in The '70s?
The '70s stars Vilma Santos, Christopher de Leon, Piolo Pascual, Marvin Agustin, Carlos Agassi, Danilo Barrios.
How long is The '70s?
The '70s has a runtime of 2h 8m (128 minutes).
What genre is The '70s?
The '70s is a Drama film.
Where was The '70s produced?
The '70s was produced in Philippines.