Jeepney (2013)
JEEPNEY visualizes the richly diverse cultural and social climate of the Philippines through its most popular form of mass transportation: vividly decorated ex-WWII military jeeps. The film follows jeepney artists, drivers, and passengers, whose stories take place amidst nationwide protest against oil price hikes that pressure drivers to work overseas to earn a living, far from their homes for years at a time. Lavishly shot and cut to the rhythm of the streets, JEEPNEY provides an enticing vehicle through which the rippling effects of globalization can be felt.
Director: Esy Casey
Genre: History, Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: August 5, 2013
Country: United States of America, Philippines
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
globalization, jeep, philippines, oil
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Jeepney about?
- JEEPNEY visualizes the richly diverse cultural and social climate of the Philippines through its most popular form of mass transportation: vividly decorated ex-WWII military jeeps. The film follows jeepney artists, drivers, and passengers, whose stories take place amidst nationwide protest against oil price hikes that pressure drivers to work overseas to earn a living, far from their homes for years at a time. Lavishly shot and cut to the rhythm of the streets, JEEPNEY provides an enticing vehicle through which the rippling effects of globalization can be felt.
- Who directed Jeepney?
- Jeepney was directed by Esy Casey.
- How long is Jeepney?
- Jeepney has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Jeepney?
- Jeepney is a History, Documentary film.
- Where was Jeepney produced?
- Jeepney was produced in United States of America, Philippines.