A child-perspective film on desaparecidos narratives

Date of Publication

3-25-2025

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Communication Arts

Subject Categories

Film and Media Studies

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Communication

Thesis Advisor

Kristoffer G. Brugada

Defense Panel Chair

Abigail Ehlie Quirong-Pole

Defense Panel Member

Abigail Ehlie Quirong-Pole
John de Lima
Danzen Santos Katanyag

Abstract/Summary

This study explores the persistent issue of enforced disappearances, also known as desaparecidos, in the Philippines. It highlights the influences of Entertainment-Education in a time wherein news coverage highlights the desire of the families for their loved ones to return but often falls short of evoking a deep sense of empathy from the public.

The short film "Krayola" offers a new perspective on the issue of desaparecidos, focusing on the grief and mourning of the families of the disappeared. It explores the aftermath of finding out that family members were abducted, emphasizing the psychological impact on children and family dynamics.

By employing the Entertainment-Education lens, the film seeks to balance emotional engagement with raising awareness about the serious issue of enforced disappearances. This study involves qualitative interviews with direct relatives of the victims, particularly within Metro Manila, to understand their personal narratives and the coping mechanisms they have developed in the face of such tragic losses. The project aims to spark a conversation about accountability and justice for the families of the desaparecidos.

The film was produced and captured in an S-Log3 picture profile in a MOV format. This format was selected to preserve high resolution and ensure compatibility across multiple platforms.

Keywords: Enforced Disappearance, Desaparecidos, Ambiguous Grief in Cinema, Entertainment-Education, Filipino Film

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Keywords

Disappeared persons--Philippines; Short films--Philippines

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4-3-2025

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