Dive into Lav Diaz's epic 2001 film, Batang West Side, presented in a stunning 2K restoration. This 315-minute crime drama follows Detective Juan Mijares as he investigates a teenager's murder among Jersey City's Filipino street gangs. The cinematic experience delves into profound questions about Filipino emigration and the challenging realities faced by their descendants. It is featured as part of the Eye Filmmuseum's '2001 – A Time Capsule' program, celebrating films from that year.
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This screening features Lav Diaz's 2001 epic film 'Batang West Side,' a 315-minute detective story set against the backdrop of Filipino street gangs in Jersey City. The investigation into a teenager's murder unravels deeper questions about Filipino emigration and the circumstances of their descendants.
Lav Diaz's monumental 2001 film, 'Batang West Side,' is presented in a 2K restoration. The narrative follows Detective Juan Mijares as he investigates the murder of a Filipino teenager on Jersey City's West Side Avenue. His immersion into the world of Filipino street gangs, who deal in crystal meth, leads him to uncover broader narratives. Conversations with the victim's mother, grandfather, and girlfriend reveal profound questions about the history of Filipino emigration to colder climates and the challenging circumstances faced by their children. The film is an epic cinematic experience, running for 315 minutes without an intermission, and the director encourages viewers to take breaks as needed. It is presented as part of Eye Filmmuseum's programme '2001 – A Time Capsule,' which celebrates films released in that year. The film is listed with original titles in Filipino, Tagalog, and English, with English subtitles provided.
Information regarding admission or ticketing is not explicitly provided on this page, but it is part of a larger museum program. Visitors are advised to check for specific screening times and related details. It is presented as part of the '2001 – A Time Capsule' program, which may have specific ticketing considerations. Visitors can also book online for the Eye Bar & Restaurant or become a member of the Eye Society for potential benefits.
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