A groundbreaking new documentary about the person, the legend, and the mystery that shrouds Jose Rizal. This documentary is a cinematic and utterly truthful presentation of the story of Rizal’s heroism, like you’ve never seen before. Created by a team of young filmmakers dedicated to excellence and backed up by the finest historians with a passion for the truth. Jose Rizal: The First Hero will be available for private screening this 2012.

Directed by: Paolo Abella
Produced by: Jourdan Sebastian
DOP: Arvin Viola / Odyssey Flores
Written By: Christian Vallez, Jonathan Guillermo
Research Consultant: Joem Antonio
Production Design by: Nina Torres
Wardrobe of Jose Rizal by John Ablaza
Offline Editor: Micah Fernandez
Online Editor: Rye Dela Cruz
Colorist: Karla Bugayong

Produced in cooperation with Fluidpost and Bigtop

a Maestro Film Foundation Presentation