Nueva Vizcaya

Nueva Vizcaya is an engrossing historical drama that delves into the intricacies of cultural and political clashes during the Spanish colonization of the Philippines. The film centers around the compelling narrative of Captain Rafael de Zaragoza (Paulo Avelino), a 16th-century Spanish military officer sent on a mission to establish peace with the Igorot tribe known for their practice of headhunting. As de Zaragoza ventures deep into the Cordillera mountains, he encounters resistance and misunderstandings. The story unfolds through his eyes, shedding light on the complexities and contradictions of a colonial society.