NAME: Casillan, Mc Aaron Daniel M SUBJECT: CF 3

SUBJECT YEAR/SECTION: AOM 2B DATE: 10/28/2023

“Give Up Tomorrow: Reflection Paper”

"Give Up Tomorrow" is a Filipino documentary film that tells the story of Paco Larrañaga, a
young man who was convicted of a heinous crime in the Philippines. The film raises important
questions about the value of life, faith in the nation, and respect for human rights.
The film shows how the value of life can be easily disregarded in the pursuit of justice. Paco
Larrañaga was convicted of a crime he did not commit, and his life was nearly destroyed as a
result. The film highlights the importance of protecting the rights of all individuals, regardless of
their social status or background. It also shows how the justice system can be flawed and how it
can fail to protect the innocent.

Developing faith in the nation and respect for life are not mutually exclusive. In fact, they are
interconnected. A nation that values life and human rights is one that is worthy of respect and
faith. The film shows how the actions of a few individuals can tarnish the reputation of an entire
nation. However, it also shows how the actions of others can bring about positive change and
restore faith in the justice system. The documentary "Give Up Tomorrow" sheds light on the
injustice in the Philippines and the flaws in the country's justice system. Some things that make it
hard to develop faith are Corruption. The documentary highlights how corruption has a direct
impact on the validity of human rights and the judicial system. Corruption seeks impunity and
has a devastating effect on the administration of justice as a whole. The documentary shows how
the justice system was manipulated to convict Paco Larrañaga and six others for the rape and
murder of the Chiong sisters, despite the lack of evidence and the inconsistencies in the
testimonies of the witnesses. The documentary suggests that the Chiong case was used as a
political tool to distract the public from other issues and to show that the government was tough
on crime. The second one is the lack of accountability. The documentary shows how the police,
prosecutors, and judges involved in the Chiong case were not held accountable for their actions.
Instead, they were promoted or given awards for their supposed achievements. The documentary
suggests that the culture of impunity in the Philippines allows those in power to abuse their
authority without fear of punishment. The last one is the lack of access to justice: The
documentary shows how the poor and marginalized in the Philippines have limited access to
justice and are often victimized by the justice system. The documentary suggests that the justice
system in the Philippines is biased against the poor and that the rich and powerful can use their
influence to manipulate the system.
To develop faith and respect for life and the nation, it is important to address these issues and to
work towards a more just and equitable society. This can be done by promoting transparency,
accountability, and access to justice, and by fighting against corruption and injustice.

The film highlights several issues that make it hard to develop faith and respect for the nation.
These include corruption, political influence, and a lack of accountability. The film shows how
these issues can lead to injustice and how they can erode the trust of the people in the justice
system.

Developing a sense of faith and respect for life and the nation requires action. Suggested ways to
do that is to educate yourself about human rights and the justice system, speak out against
injustice and corruption, support organizations that work to protect human rights and promote
justice. We can also vote for leaders who prioritize human rights and justice and volunteer time
and resources to help those who have been wrongfully convicted.

In conclusion, "Give Up Tomorrow" is a powerful film that raises important questions about the
value of life, faith in the nation, and respect for human rights. It shows how the actions of
individuals can have a profound impact on the lives of others and how the justice system can be
flawed. However, it also shows how individuals can bring about positive change and restore faith
in the justice system. Developing a sense of faith and respect for life and the nation requires
action, and we all have a role to play in promoting justice and protecting human rights.
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Sison, J.,Give Up Tomorrow: (Reaction Paper), (1-2).

https://www.scribd.com/document/482073043/Give-Up-Tomorrow

Collins, M. (2011). “Give Up Tomorrow Film Description” (1).

https://archive.pov.org/giveuptomorrow/film-description/