A film that shows the true face of reality and conviction; dignity, dedication, loyalty as its

soul. An inspiring one whereas it really tackles the society’s need for sympathy. A gradual
change of being new into something usual. A heart with the passion to help; and the
passion to change for the betterment. A positive outlook and an open heart. A truly
remarkable film with heart and compassion.

Ria Espinosa (Ms. Jacklyn Jose) portrayed the role of a newly licensed doctor who ought to
join the “doctor to the barrios” organization to help the places where there is a need for
medical assistances. There she met Norma (Ms. Gina Alajar) a midwife located in the
Barrio of Mulanay in Quezon. Norma became her buddy as she stayed on the said place.

As the time passes by, she came to realize that health is not the only problem of the
barrio. Many other concerns should be considered. The light supply, the water system, the
environmental threats, cleanliness and orderliness of the barrio’s properties, etc.

She then enlisted all those possibilities that made the barrio severely in need of health
assistance. Analyzed all the causes why mostly the people on the barrio have had the
same illness.

It took her a hard time to get used in the area. Most people treat her as a VIP. An
untouchable in a positive manner, criticizing her ironically. The separated culture of having
an “albularyo” in the area competes with her dedication. Getting the attention and trust of
the people became an issue. Her effectiveness and the rational thinking of the citizens.

But then it was never been too long for her to get used in the barrio. The people already
knew her. Took her services openly; and treat her as a co-barrio fellowmen.

Norma and Her decided to call for a meeting that concerns’ the betterment of the barrio.
She needs their help and cooperation. She advised to set all things in order. And convinced
the fellowmen to build a deep-well for she found out that the cause of most diseases in the
barrio were due to the water system. Many asked her about where should the funds go
from.

Some days have passed and she decided to go back to Manila, to get some sponsors for
her plans, and other possible help from her connections.

Decided to go back to the barrio, the new revelations moved her and so as new challenges
tested her dedication….

It was a film that made me think of different things. Should I or should I not? I asked. At
first I was just watching the movie for the sake of making this reflection. But I realized
though the film was made years ago, the message was immortalized. An eye-opener that
nothing will happen unless we move or somebody will move. It was like a spark, that when
it started to flame up, it will crawl up to its end point. The same as the main character did.
She demanded for a change as so the community then follows. But thinking of the spark, it
will or will not finish the route unless it is being taken care of, a wet part may prevent it
form going so as on the film. Every second counts. And as long as the plans weren’t that
established, there’s no space for a happy-go-lucky and a so-be-it reasoning.