Give Up Tomorrow
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As a tropical storm beats down on the island of Cebu, two sisters leave work and never make it home... Simultaneously a murder-mystery and an exposé o...f endemic corruption in the Philippines today, GIVE UP TOMORROW looks intimately at the case of Paco Larrañaga, a student accused of killing two sisters in July 1997. In a way that is both specific to the country and disquietingly universal, the film exposes a Kafkaesque extravaganza populated by flamboyantly crooked public officials, cops on the take, and a frenzied legal and media circus. GIVE UP TOMORROW is also an intimate family drama focused on the near mythic struggle of two angry, sorrowful mothers who have dedicated more than a decade to executing or saving one young man. Show More

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truggle of Paco's mother, Rosemary, as she relentlessly fights for justice for her son. The film explores the flaws in the Philippine justice system, including inadequate legal representation, police corruption, and the influence of powerful individuals on the case.

Through interviews, archival footage, and reenactments, the documentary delves deep into the events surrounding the crime, Paco's arrest, and his subsequent trial. It reveals the harrowing experiences faced by Paco and his co-accused, who became victims of a flawed system that prioritizes expediency over truth.

GIVE UP TOMORROW shines a light on the power of media and public opinion in shaping legal outcomes. The film shows how the case garnered international attention and became a cause célèbre, with activists, filmmakers, and celebrities rallying behind Paco's cause. It also highlights the personal toll the trial takes on Paco's family, particularly his mother, who faces harassment and threats from those seeking to silence her.

Ultimately, GIVE UP TOMORROW raises important questions about justice, accountability, and the impact of political and social factors on individual lives. It serves as a powerful indictment of a broken system and a testament to the resilience of those who refuse to give up in the face of injustice.