Lav Diaz

Filipino filmmaker Lav Diaz, known for his critically acclaimed works, discusses his latest film, Magellan, starring Gael García Bernal. He delves into Magellan's dual legacy as both a hero and a symbol of colonial violence. The conversation explores early European imperialism and the historical complexities of figures like Lapu-Lapu and Enrique of Malacca. Diaz emphasizes the need to reexamine colonial narratives and reflects on the ongoing impacts of American intervention in the Philippines. His film serves as a catalyst for global dialogue on history.