Pulang araw

Only those who have low-standard toward films will rate this war-drama series good or great. It was only entertaining when the story was about the childhood experiences of the lead characters, but when they became adults, everything fell apart. The dialogues are not impressive, and the director does not have the skills to direct action sequences. The whole series was only interesting at first, and only because there are not a lot of war-drama shows that had been produced in the Philippine film industry. The overacting, Japs speaking Tagalog, Pinoy looking Japs, foolish sequences, lazy cam angles (from the Jap invasion down to the end) rubbished or undeveloped characters, crying for 10 to 20 seconds too long, location felt like as just a small district or a barangay, anti-climatic with a horrendous ending, not in 4K, et cetera!!!

Not just a single episode ever watched, Pulang Araw proves a breeding ground, about a war. It shows the faith, the thrill, the agony and irony.

Forteza and Licauco's chemistry can compare to Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, and it shows the resemblance, from their predecessor, Maria Clara and Ibarra. The narratives prove how their on-screen chemistry grow.

It took over twelve years to adopt this into a teleserye, it what goes like, in a teleserye that adopts a historical narrative.

Regardless of who you are, either if you're a Kapamilya, Kapuso or Kapatid, it presents that how it went well and made this show, worth watching.

This series exceeded my expectations in every aspect. Cinematography, set designs, story, direction, actors' performances are all superb. The best Filipino series in ages.

Well-researched story. Doctolero has mastered the art of historical stories. Slow-paced yet no scene is a waste. Background music adds tension to the already heart pounding scenes.

Performances from all the lead and supporting actors are praiseworthy especially those of Richards and Lopez. Trillo never disappoints. Pangilinan has always been and will always be great, giving a supporting role justice and importance. De Leon is the contravida you'd love to hate.

The cinematography is striking, with rich visuals that capture the essence of the landscapes and the emotional weight of the story. The performances are heartfelt, particularly from the lead, who delivers a nuanced portrayal that resonates deeply with the audience. The supporting cast also adds depth, creating a rich tapestry of relationships that enhance the central themes. The series' spacing is deliberate, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully in the characters' journeys. The use of music is particularly effective, underscoring key moments and enhancing the emotional impact. Overall, "Pulang Araw" is a poignant and thought-provoking film that lingers long after the credits roll. It's a must-watch for anyone who appreciates stories that delve into the complexities of human experience while celebrating the beauty of Filipino culture.

Great actors (except for the actress who plays Adelina. She is way too much and I hate her facial expressions and outburts of emotions, and gestures. OVERACTING!!!!) and I would've given it a perfect score had the CGI been good and the Japanese language more convincing. Philippine production still has a long, long, long way to go but this is truly an entertaining and educational show. I hope they didnt change the song intro though. This is just one of the only two shows where I never skip the intro. But since episode 39, when the song intro changed, I started skipping it. I dont like the new song intro. If it is a part of the same song, then I dont like that part at all. Anyway, overall, this show is just one of the very few Filipino shows that entertains me. I rarely watch pinoy shows coz they are all just the same but this one is okay. I just hope someone would tell that actress to tone it down. She is freaking me out. Her character isnt a crazy woman but she's acting CRAZY with too much energy that she has become too annoying to watch.