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Essay / Andres Bonifacio - 760
With the many scandals and problems plaguing the Philippine nation today, the celebration of the 150th anniversary of Gat Andres Bonifacio could not have come at a better time. Documentaries and exhibitions about the Supremo are once again being created to remember and commemorate other unsung heroes who also fought for this country's independence, and to remind them of the unfair portrayal and treatment of Bonifacio as the “Father of the Philippine Revolution” and the founder of Kataastaasan, Kagalanggalangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan (KKK). The memorialization of the iconic image of Andres Bonifacio as a revolutionary hero and leader has been prevalent in Philippine society since time immemorial. It has become a constant symbol for Filipinos of their never-ending struggle against imperialism, oppression, censorship and corruption. Over the years, artists' depiction and recreation of iconic images from the 1898 Revolution and Gat Andres produced works of art that would echo the oppression and trial of the Filipinos as a nation. During the Marcos regime, figures and symbols of Filipinos fighting to destroy tyranny, dictatorship and censorship were prominent. Today, society is bombarded with contemporary artworks of ordinary citizens fighting against the elite and politicians whose greed for wealth and power consumes them, causing looting and looting. The “Alay sa Malayang Bayan” exhibition at the GT Toyota Asian Cultural Center and the “Bonifacio @ 150” at the Cultural Center of the Philippines both showcase artwork of rebellion and revolution from different perspectives. Some have created images of Andres Bonifacio as a modern-day Juan who continues to protest government torment and misdeeds in the middle of paper...... keep in mind the responsibilities in creating certain images that serve to ignite a spark within the nation to fight for the change they desire in their society. Additionally, these images remain constant reminders of a country's history and identity, and it is essential that the stories behind these images are properly disclosed and represented among the population in order to avoid misunderstandings and misinterpretations. erroneous. Andrés Bonifacio's love for the country, without a doubt, knows no bounds and his impact has crossed different periods and influenced different people. Furthermore, the fact that the struggle, even if freed from the former oppressors, continues has become a source of inspiration and motivation for today's Filipinos. May the contributions and sacrifices of the Supremo be a constant reminder to the country of the victorious revolution they led and the greatness of this nation..