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Luxbox Unveils Lav Diaz's 'Magellan' at Cannes

4/25/2025

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Luxbox has taken on the exciting task of representing Lav Diaz's historical drama "Magellan," featuring the talented Gael García Bernal. Premiering at Cannes, the film delves into Magellan's 16th-century expedition, exploring his relentless quest for conquest and its far-reaching consequences. Producer Joaquim Sapinho commends Diaz for offering a fresh Filipino perspective on this significant moment in history.

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Luxbox has taken on the exciting task of representing Lav Diaz's historical drama "Magellan," featuring the talented Gael García Bernal. Premiering at Cannes, the film delves into Magellan's 16th-century expedition, exploring his relentless quest for conquest and its far-reaching consequences. Producer Joaquim Sapinho commends Diaz for offering a fresh Filipino perspective on this significant moment in history.