Independent film
“Magtiwala Ka: A Super Typhoon Yolanda
Story” immortalizes Globe Telecom’s disaster relief and recovery efforts during
the worst weather disturbance in Philippine history which wreaked havoc in the
lives of many Filipinos especially in Eastern Visayas.
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Behind the scenes with Direk Joric Raquiza and actress
Dhen Banez during the Globe Bangon Pinoy sequence for "Magtiwala Ka".
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“The devastation left by
Typhoon Haiyan last year called for swift response. This movie, in a way, pays tribute to the
dedication of Globe employees who lent time, money, and effort to reach out to
those affected by the disaster through distribution of relief goods and
provision of telecom services such as Libreng Tawag, Libreng Charging, and
Libreng Internet. Even up to this time,
the company continues to actively aid in the country’s relief and rebuilding
efforts via its Project Wonderful program,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Senior
Vice President for Corporate Communications.
“Magtiwala Ka” depicts
actual video footages of the typhoon’s aftermath especially how relief
distribution was conducted amidst the people’s struggle to meet their basic
needs such as food, water, and shelter.
Starring Keanna Reeves,
the movie tackles the travails and hardships of a Yolanda survivor and how she
was able to rise above the challenges.
Inspiration for the film
stems from the actual experience of Director Joric Raquiza who also lost a home
and a resort he saved up for so many years. “For me, it’s only a material
loss. I am grateful to God that my
family is still alive. I would also want to thank the people who endorsed this
film and believe in it,” he said.
The movie is presented by
Globe and will be shown on July 16 at SM Cinemas, Robinson’s Movieworld, and
Ever Commonwealth and Ortigas theaters. Advanced screening will be held on July
14.
