Question 1

Which Academy Awards category did 'Bayan Ko' represent the Philippines in?

Accepted Answer

It was the official Philippine submission for the Best Foreign Language Film category of the 58th Academy Awards in 1986.

Question 2

What tragedy involving actress Claudia Zobel occurred during filming?

Accepted Answer

Actress Claudia Zobel died while making this film, which was her first serious role after several soft-porn films. The opening screen dedicates the film to her.

Question 3

Why was 'Bayan Ko' initially banned in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

The film included actual footage of demonstrations, which censors did not allow. Director Lino Brocka appealed to the Supreme Court, and it was finally screened in November 1985.

Question 4

At which film festival did 'Bayan Ko' screen before its Philippine release?

Accepted Answer

It screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 1984, about a year before its Philippine release in November 1985.

Question 5

What condition does a laborer's boss impose in 'Bayan Ko'?

Accepted Answer

A laborer gets money for his wife's pregnancy from his boss on the condition that he will not join the union.

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