Jose Rizal 1998

Accused of treason, Dr. Jose P. Rizal awaits trial and meets with his colonial government-appointed counsel, Luis Taviel de Andrade. The two build the case and arguments for the defense as significant events in the central figure's life prior to his incarceration unfold. Upon hearing Rizal's life story, Taviel begins to realize that the accused not just is innocent but exhibits in fact all the qualities of an extraordinary man. When the mock trial unreels, Taviel is all set to act as the prime advocate for his client as Rizal himself is about to give an earth-moving speech to defend his honor and address his countrymen. Meanwhile, the Spanish authorities have worked out the vast political machinery to ensure a guilty verdict. A revolution waits in the wings.

Cast:

Cesar Montano
José Rizal 

Joel Torre
Ibarra / Simoun 

Jaime Fabregas
Luis Taviel de Andrade 

Gloria Diaz
Teodora Alonso 

Gardo Versoza
Andres Bonifacio 

Monique Wilson
Maria Clara