José Rizal

José Rizal (1998) is a drama, history film directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya rated 9.0/10.

Accused of treason, Dr. Jose P. Rizal awaits trial and meets with his colonial government-appointed counsel, Luis Taviel de Andrade. The two build the case and arguments for the defense as significant events in the central figure's life prior to his incarceration unfold. Upon hearing Rizal's life story, Taviel begins to realize that the accused not just is innocent but exhibits in fact all the qualities of an extraordinary man. When the mock trial unreels, Taviel is all set to act as the prime advocate for his client as Rizal himself is about to give an earth-moving speech to defend his honor and address his countrymen. Meanwhile, the Spanish authorities have worked out the vast political machinery to ensure a guilty verdict. A revolution waits in the wings.

Cast

Cesar Montano

José Rizal

Joel Torre

Ibarra / Simoun

Jaime Fabregas

Luis Taviel de Andrade

Gloria Diaz

Teodora Alonso

Gardo Versoza

Andres Bonifacio

Monique Wilson

Maria Clara

Chin Chin Gutierrez

Josephine Bracken

Mickey Ferriols

Leonor Rivera

Pen Medina

Paciano Mercado

Peque Gallaga

Archbishop Bernardo Nozaleda, OP

Gina Alajar

Saturnina

Ronnie Lazaro

Andres Bonifacio