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Comparative Analysis
content that depict the events surrounding the Battle of Mactan, where Portuguese
explorer Ferdinand Magellan was killed by Lapu-Lapu, a chieftain of Mactan Island in
the Philippines.
The context in which these two works were created is vastly different. Pigafetta's
First Voyage is a first-hand account of the events that took place during Magellan's
expedition to the Philippines in the 16th century. Pigafetta was a member of
Magellan's crew and his account is considered one of the most reliable sources of
information about the voyage. On the other hand, Lito Lapid's Lapu-Lapu movie is a
fictional retelling of the battle that was released in the 2000s.
In terms of style, Pigafetta's writing is formal and academic, with a focus on accuracy
and detail. He uses a lot of technical terms and Latin phrases, which can make his
writing difficult to understand for modern readers. Lapid's movie, on the other hand,
is more accessible and entertaining, with a lot of action and drama that appeals to a
wider audience.
Overall, while both Pigafetta's First Voyage and Lito Lapid's Lapu-Lapu movie depict
the same historical event, they differ greatly in terms of context, content, and style.
Pigafetta's account is a factual and objective historical record, while Lapid's movie is
a fictionalized retelling that focuses more on entertainment and heroism.