Birdshot

Set against the backdrop of the Philippine countryside, this film intricately weaves the story of a young farm girl who accidentally kills a critically endangered Philippine eagle, setting off a chain of events that intertwine with a police investigation into a missing bus. Directed by Mikhail Red, the movie explores themes of innocence, justice, and the clash between rural and urban life. It features standout performances from Mary Joy Apostol and Arnold Reyes. The film was the Philippines’ official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Academy Awards. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.