00000nam a2200000 i 4500 UP-1685474870047016726 Buklod 20250120121040.0 m |o d | ta 250120s2017 ph gr 000 0 eng d DMC rda eng LG 993.5 2017 M3 U92 Uy, Edsel Brady Lim author Dapithapon Edsel Brady Lim Uy ; Asst. Prof. Jason B. Banal, adviser. Quezon City College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines 2017 ix, 79 leaves 28 cm text rdacontent unmediated rdamedia volume rdacarrier Thesis B.A. Film University of the Philippines Diliman December 2017 Available to the general public The film is set in present time, the Philippines. The earth's rotation is slowing down due to the abuse of nature done by humanity, extending days and nights. Nardo, a biotechnologist, and his son Victor are tasked to research a way in which genetically modified corn can be propagated in perpetual sunlight in anticipation of year's length of daytime. This research is to provide a long term solution for the resource of food which is becoming increasingly scarce. Some implications of the ceasing of the Earth's rotation include year-long days and nights, global catastrophe and ultimately, the demise of society. Miguel, a representative of the company funding this research, pressures them as he cuts short the amount of time left for them to research. The film uses the narrative format with the Social Dominance Theory to explore class struggle and the relationship between the oppressor and the oppressed, in order for the audience to see the injustices between classes, even and especially in moments of impending doom. Furthermore, it uses the ideology of eco-capitalism, the view that capital exists in nature, to explore the fine line and feasibility between being able to generate profit by businesses and employing appropriate actions to address a struggling environment, whether or not affected by human activity or by an external force of nature. Capitalism Environmental Aspects Philippines. Equality Philippines. Social Justice Philippines. Banal, Jason B. adviser. University of the Philippines Diliman College of Mass Communication. Thesis FI UP UPD DMC LG 993.5 2017 M3 U92 Book