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Edraline! The one we need

Edraline! Hey, let's vote for him!

Edraline! He's our friend

Edraline! Will serve us all here Always on our side, with pure intentions

Hidalgo!

Hidalgo!

Hidalgo! Vote for her, go!

Hidalgo! Go, go, go!

Clean streets, good economy

Hidalgo! Go, go, go!

House for everyone Food on every table

A mother’s love!

Hidalgo!

Go! Go! Go!

For education!

Hidalgo, go go!

For progress!

Hidalgo, go go!

For urbanization!

Hidalgo, go go!

For whatever you want!

Hidalgo, go go!

A mother's love!

Hidalgo!

Your momma too!

Hidalgo!

Go! Go! Go!

Your momma too!

Is my momma too!

What a trash!

Clean streets!

Good economy!

Hidalgo, go go!

Homes for everyone!

Food on every table!

Hidalgo, go go!

A mother's love!

Hidalgo, go go!

For education!

Hidalgo, go go!

For progress!

Sir.

- Sir. - I caught you.

You only started working when you saw me.

- You, Marinette? - I’ve been working.

Really?

Maybe you’re just flirting with these two?

Clean this up!

Yes, sir!

Handle it well, okay?

That's from Mr. Mayor.

- That's important. - Good morning, sir.

Were those accounted for already?

Yes, sir.

Those are important. We'll give those to our coordinators.

If it’s short, I’ll take it from your pay.

Yes, sir.

- Hey, Diego! - Boss?

What’s this?

Why is there blood?

We’ll get caught!

Clean it up! Wash it!

Yes, sir!

How are we doing?

- Do you have enough bullets? - Yes, sir.

- Complete? - Yes, sir.

If we run into a fight, we need that.

Boss, we'll go ahead.

Wait!

We haven’t even prayed yet!

Oh, right!

In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

Bless our operation, oh Lord…

Hey!

I’m not done yet.

Bless our operation, oh Lord,

and we hope our Mayor wins.

Our candidate is the only one who deserves to win this election.

And not the piece of shit opposition.

Help us and guide us

to defend our candidate

for the betterment of our town

and for the good of those who have faith in our candidate.

We ask this in the name of your son Jesus. Amen!

- Amen! - There you go.

Let’s go.

It's boss.

Hello, boss.

Everything’s just fine, boss.

Our coordinators are ready.

No worries. I’ll handle it, boss.

Ah, boss, not all.

There are three policemen who refused to go on board.

Mrs. Maritess?

Onions, garlic, lemongrass.

Anyone home?

Grandma Lisa?

Hey, son!

Delivery!

I’ve been waiting for you.

Where’s the money?

Grandma, use the code words.

You’re too obvious.

So what?

We’ll get caught.

Who will tell on us?

Everyone here is doing the same thing!

Just sign here.

Let me have it.

Here.

Berting!

Grandma?

Come here.

Go on.

This early?

At least we’re sure they’re still at home.

Go on.

Hey, you forgot something.

What’s this for?

If they’ll vote for the opponent,

raise your offer to PHP800.

If they’re stubborn, give them PHP1,000.

Then mark them with "incredible" ink, okay?

But they won’t be able to vote anymore.

For the opponent?

Hey, it's about to rain!

Yeah, right.

Brother Will!

Here it is.

Blessings.

Wait, wait, they said to give you the "incredible" ink.

You can’t vote anymore.

Mother!

Mother!

Blessing!

- What do you say? - Thank you.

Welcome.

- You know what to do, okay? - Yes! I get it.

Hey, too early for gossip, huh?

Hey, JC! You’re so snobbish now!

Vangie!

Vangie!

- Want some money? - Who doesn’t?

Buy milk with that.

Do you also need milk money?

- I also need vitamins. - Here, Mother.

We need money for milk.

Here you go. You know what to do, huh?

- Are you sure? - Yes! I’m sure.

Teacher Emmy!

Teacher Emmy! Good morning.

Son of a bitch!

What’s good about the morning?

I know what you’re going to say, so don’t even try.

Someone that beautiful shouldn’t be so crass.

You know, I can’t recall when I asked for your opinion.

I’m just joking, Teacher Emmy.

Can't you take a joke?

Joke with me when we’re close.

And when you’re no longer buying votes.

You don’t want money?

Sorry, Teacher used curse words. Please don’t do that.

Okay, going back.

Look.

The texture of the egg changes when soaked in vinegar.

Because vinegar is an acid!

So, the calcium carbonate in the eggshell is what?

What?

Andrea?

Delicious?

Base…

acid.

Andrea? Base!

Andrea,

your mom in Dubai

is working her behind off for you.

Maybe repay her with some effort, okay?

Just a little effort.

Gone!

Enzo, Jimbo.

Stop that.

Almost done.

Wait, Ma. I’m winning.

I’m teaching here!

I’m winning!

- Like that? - Yeah!

Come on, Mom.

Five minute extension, please?

What five? I still need to catch up.

All right.

- Nice one. - Come on.

Bro, you know your problem? You think you’re smart.

You know that?

But I am smart. Right, Ma?

I don’t want to get involved.

What if we bet on it, huh?

- All right! How much? - Bet.

PHP50! This is yours too, if you win.

- Game! - Game?

Your candidate, Hidalgo, won’t win. Get it?

The people hate her. That’s why there’s a protest, right?

Dumbass.

She’s going to win over Edraline, a former bold star.

Why? It’s his body.

His body, his rules. You know that?

He’s no longer a bold star now.

Why? Is he naked on his posters?

Basketball players and comedians become senators.

Why not a bold star as mayor?

Speaking in English won’t prove your point.

Okay, fine, it’s his body.

But that’s not how voters think.

How do you know? Are you a voter?

Yes!

That’s why his picture spread on Friendster.

I saw them. On the beach.

You can almost see his pecker bulging in his briefs.

Put your feet down.

Why did you search for his pecker?

Why not?

Of course, research!

Voter’s education!

Wait!

Did you email your dad?

Did you reply?

Not yet.

Why not? The dollar exchange rate is high!

It’s not likely to go down!

What if the election results are good and the peso strengthens?

Go reply. Don’t be lazy.

And what are you two talking about, huh?

What are you talking about?

- He said peckers. - What?

Eat some more.

Still hungry?

- Thanks. - Talking about nonsense…

Hey, Emmy! Cousin! What’s the latest?

They’re talking about peckers.

Hey, you! You didn’t even tell me you were coming here.

Come on. Eat!

No, I’m done.

Maybe dessert.

Are you going to the picket line?

I can. But I can’t stay long. It might raise some eyebrows.

We’re going to play basketball.

Can we?

And now you ask for permission.

All right. Be careful.

- Thank you. - That's not you.

What’s the issue?

Of course, it doesn’t look good with the election right around the corner.

And a poll watcher is there protesting against the Mayor.

Wait. Let me show you something.

Look.

What do you think?

HIDALGO, MURDERER!

‪Open!

Defense! Defense!

Defense! Defense!

Sis, I'm excited about these guys!

You tend to the bitches.

Hey, sis, you handle them!

Your balls are peeking under your skirt.

Pay up already!

Are you busy tonight?

- Not really. - Why?

What's that?

Join me and Erhmengard later!

In the picket line.

There’s a vigil for Arnold Hernandez.

Your moms will be there. Join us.

Anything for you.

- Oh my… - Justice for Arnold.

And justice for me. Why do I get the girls?

Hey, tell him to go, okay?

I'll take care of it.

Thank you. Thanks, cutie pie.

- Go there, okay? - We’ll be there! Take care.

- Hey, join us, okay? - I already said yes!

Hey.

- Are you really going there? - Yeah, let’s go.

She's such a killjoy.

We used to play basketball with her.

Since she joined the strike, she’s changed.

Just let her be. She seems to enjoy what she’s doing.

Being proud and loud.

Norberto dela Cruz.

Come with us.

Let’s go!

Boss, what for?

Someone reported you to us.

Violation of the firearms ban.

- Firearms? Guns? - I don't have any guns!

Grandma!

I don't have any guns!

Sir, my grandson did nothing wrong.

Grandma, they found a gun on him.

Grandma, they say I have a gun.

I don't have a gun!

Ask anyone, I don't have a gun!

We didn’t just make this up. Let’s go!

- No. Just come with us. - Boss! Boss, I don't have a gun!

- Stand up! - Please, boss!

He will be released after the election anyway.

- Shut up. - Sorry.

Go. Come along!

Just come along. You talk too much.

Please, have mercy.

Come on. Move along!

Stop resisting!

Any criticism, any little action, a little organizing,

and they give death and violence in return!

Well, I’m not afraid!

Are you afraid?!

- No! - No!

Yeah, a little!

No! No!

Brothers and sisters, a few words from Anita Hernandez.

Brethren! It's been three months!

Three months without justice!

We haven't received any answers about the salary increase.

Even though 15,

15 large companies are named under Mayor Hidalgo!

Let's start with law firms, call centers, security agencies!

Even this steel plant is under her name!

There are a lot of killings.

But she still refuses

to give her workers fair wages!

They are so shameless!

Lying Hidalgo!

- Lying Hidalgo! - Lying Hidalgo!

A year has passed…

but I still don’t have justice for the death of my husband, Arnold.

Exactly a year ago, on this day,

my husband was killed.

Along with 12 of his fellow workers.

On the first night of the wake,

Mayor Hidalgo came to our home.

To offer two million pesos as condolences.

She called it charity.

LIAR JUSTICE FOR ARNOLD

I can't blame the families who accepted the two million!

But I did not take it.

And she said to me,

"If you don't take my goodwill,

I'll just give it to the judge

who will handle your husband's case."

Brothers and sisters…

the case is dismissed.

Where does power in the world come from?!

Isn't it from the body and mind of each one of us?

But it is wrenched from our hands by the powerful and the elites.

But the true power is with us!

Let's use it to shout,

Justice for Arnold!

- Justice! - Justice!

Emmy, thank you so much. This is such a great help.

No problem.

But I won't be long. It's risky. Someone might see me here.

Sure. And please let me know who will win in your precinct.

Of course.

Then we'll see. Hidalgo might throw a fit.

I hope so.

Take care, okay?

Let's give them this.

- Son, take this. - Do you guys have soup already?

- We have lime here. - You all good, yeah?

We have lime here. Take them if you want.

Delicious!

Son.

Why are you sleeping here?

I was waiting for you, Mom. I know you didn't have the keys.

Wow, you fixed my clothes?

It's just the two of us here, right?

I'm serious. I'm just asking you.

But thank you.

Go to bed now, Mom. You'll be up early tomorrow.

Aren't you going to sleep in your room?

Nope. I'll sleep here.

All right.

That’s good. What barangay is this again?

Candoni.

Prepare everything.

If there's an emergency, you know what to do.

LAND NOT BULLET

Did someone spill perfume?

Wow, huh!

Really, Mom?

Do you really need to wear perfume to be a poll watcher?

Oh, of course!

I'm a Girl Scout.

Always prepared!

Prepared for who?

My PE teacher? Teacher Waks?

I'm not naming names.

The asthmatic karate teacher.

Are you perfect?

No.

But you have more energy than him, to be honest.

- Really? - Yes!

You're flattering me again.

Okay, I'm leaving.

Take care, Ma.

- Good morning. - Emmy!

I have juicy gossip! You’ll love this!

Mommy, later!

- I have to go. - I’ll wait for you later.

Ma'am, how is my child?

He's always a good boy!

Thank you!

Okay, just some reminders for later.

Make sure the ones getting the election results is verified!

We have eight.

We'll give copies to the poll watchers, volunteer groups,

and the political parties.

Thanks, ma'am.

Your thumb there, please.

Here, you can share this. Thanks!

Waks, can you sub for me?

Of course, anything for you.

Name, please?

Ma'am.

What are you doing?

Ma'am, just distributing sample ballots.

You know that's illegal, right?

Ma'am, sorry, I didn't know!

Didn’t you learn anything from our class?

Ma'am Emmy, sorry!

Are you going to have me arrested?

No, but I'll tell your mother.

So you'll get spanked!

Can’t you see we’ve got work to do?

Okay, I will stop. I'm going home.

Sorry, ma'am.

OFFICIAL BALLOT

Your thumb mark here, sorry.

Oh, let me do it.

What's happening now?

I don't know what's going on.

I have no news.

Are we going to be here till morning again?

Oh no, I hope not!

Every election, it's always like this!

But, Loida, is there news from other precincts about who won?

I'm saving my battery. It’s low.

They say it's very close.

The Mayor might lose.

They're just waiting for us.

- Loida. - What?

Can I borrow your pen?

Return it, okay?

You always steal people’s pens.

I'll return it. Use this for now.

Huh? What will I do with this? There’s no ink.

Try shaking it.

Unbelievable.

Here.

- I am Commissioner Rodrigo. - Yes, Commissioner.

I need a volunteer to help us transport the ballots to the Governor's Hall.

There will be a security convoy.

I'll go. I did it last election.

How about someone else? Give others a chance.

Sir, I can go instead.

I also have something to ask the Governor.

Okay.

Can I accompany her?

Why?

Just to be safe.

Is this okay with you?

We have a tradition here in Salvador Benedicto,

which is also done in other provinces.

The Governor has the key.

Anyway, it's just symbolic.

To prevent vote switching.

- Let's go! - Okay!

All right.

- Loida. - Take care.

You go first.

Got it.

Nice view.

Yeah.

Any plans tomorrow?

I mean, where will you spend your Inspector bonus?

I haven't thought about it yet.

Let's go out. My treat.

Really?

That's something!

Just food! No malice!

Why no malice?

Yes. Ah, okay.

All good.

Let's go.

Then he said to me,

"Sir, why is my grade 74?

Since it’s 74.3, round it off to 75!"

What's that?

He doesn’t understand how rounding off works.

One of my students too. An honor student mind you.

Her grade was already 94!

And she was still whining about it.

- That’s why-- - You know, I admire teachers.

What did you say?

I said, I admire teachers.

Just, wow.

You mold young minds.

You're also real-life heroes.

Because you guard the ballots.

Thank you.

- And so-- - The problem with Filipinos,

just because life is hard, we sell our votes.

We don't understand its true value.

You're right, brother.

Anyway, Emmy, what did your student say?

So, I said we have an exam--

What about you? What would you do?

What do you mean?

For example…

if you were offered PHP10,000 for that box,

would you accept?

What's that? Of course not.

What if it's PHP20,000?

BOARD OF ELECTION INSPECTORS COMMISIONER

B.

A.

B.

A.

Go down.

Emmy, sorry, I don't understand sign language.

Leave now! Go!

Leave!

Just go!

No! No! No!

You have to go now.

You have to go now.

Boss, it’s done. It’s okay now.

We have all the election returns.

Good day, sir.

Did you make the report about the bodies?

Yes, sir

Okay. Bro…

you can’t tell anyone else, okay?

Why?

We will handle it.

Sir?

Don’t be stubborn. Just obey.

SLOW DOWN

Boss, we're here now.

Let me fix it, bro.

It's hard to fix a battery.

Does it still have battery? Maybe it’s not charged.

It is.

There.

Enzo.

Mom, where are you?

I don't know.

Forest. In the forest.

Where are you?

Ma, are you safe?

I’m okay. Where are you?

At Aunt Melissa's house.

Where is Teacher Waks?

He's gone.

Killed!

How?

Shot.

Who did this?

I don't know. I don't know.

Mom, who won in your precinct?

Edraline.

It's likely Hidalgo is behind this.

Wait, Enzo.

What happened in town?

Yes, Mom, it's a mess.

It's chaotic! It's chaotic here!

They say the counting is closed and all the election results were taken.

They say they’ll declare a failure of elections.

I have a ballot box.

Mom, how can I help you?

Do you want me to go to the police?

No, no, no, Enzo.

You won't go to the police.

We can't trust them.

Do you understand me?

Listen to me.

We can't trust the police.

All right.

Who can help us? The governor’s place is too far.

What if it's Edraline?

I don't know.

Mom, Edraline has men and guns.

Maybe he can help you.

Right. Maybe, maybe, maybe.

But, Enzo, listen to me.

You can't go to the police.

Enzo! The police are here!

Enzo?

What?

- Wait! Why are you here? - Sir, good evening.

Can I help you, sir?

Come on. Come with us.

Wait a minute. Do you have a warrant?

Why, sir?!

We're not arresting you. We just have some questions for you.

- Sir, wait a minute! - What is it?

Let go of me!

Do that again, I’ll blow your brains out.

- Sir, that's enough! - Pastor, let’s go.

Answer me!

Act normal.

Yes, sir.

Go on.

- Go, go, go! Hidalgo! - Edraline! Edraline!

We voted for Hidalgo!

Hey, you parasitic bitch!

What are you doing there?

Sis, this is just a gig. Get off my case.

A gig? Bitch, you're part of the strike.

Have you no shame?

Is this a factory or a farm?

Being a professional entertainer is not part of the strike!

Professional entertainer, you?

You don’t even take baths! You stink.

Wow! You’re covered in so much foundation, your face looks like a dirt road.

Is every day foundation day?

Hidalgo!

I'm a natural beauty!

Who’s got my back?

Hidalgo!

Enzo. Enzo!

Are you okay?

Hey!

- Edraline! - Edraline!

Edraline!

Hidalgo!

Edraline!

Get in.

Dammit. Where is Enzo?

Hey!

How do you know Enzo?

Eat.

Thanks.

Enzo, right?

Yes.

Jeremy Morales.

I don’t know if you still remember me.

Yeah. I know you.

You were always at our house. My mom was your tutor.

Right.

She was my teacher in fourth year, then tutor in third.

Don’t be too nervous, okay?

We’re not arresting you.

- Okay. - Hey!

We want to know the truth!

Have you talked to your mom?

No.

Do you know where she is?

No, I don’t.

Are you sure?

Yes.

MORALES

Do you know she’s a suspect in a double murder case?

What?

Double murder!

The Commission on Elections representative and her co-teacher died.

Waks?

Hey.

How did you know who I was referring to?

The news has spread that they’re both missing.

The teachers gossiped about it to me earlier.

Okay.

My mom would never do that.

Idiot!

She’s just a suspect.

The only suspect.

Damn flashlight.

Why are you here, Berting?

I don’t know either.

Two scoundrels planted a gun on me.

Why?

Maybe they thought I switched sides!

Don't trust those two.

They’re greedy bastards.

Grandchild?

Grandchild?

Grandma, why are you here?

I brought your favorite noodles.

Finish it all, okay?

You really went through all this trouble.

You shouldn't be walking this far.

And here you are going up and down the stairs.

You'll be exhausted.

I'm fine.

I know it's election season. I'm sure you're tired.

Isn't that Emmy's child?

Why is he in jail? He’s a good kid.

It's just a ruse.

He will be released after the election.

What are you talking about?

Stop this.

That's not what I taught you.

You know I fully accept your identity.

But I can’t get behind this.

This is vile.

I'M OKAY, DON'T CALL

A word from Mayor Elena Hidalgo.

We're pleading for everyone to calm down.

It's crucial that we find the last ballot box

to avoid a failure of elections

and know who the true winner is,

which is me.

Call her.

Call her.

Where are you?

Who's this?

Talk to her.

Sorry, Auntie, sorry. Sorry, Auntie.

Jimbo! Wait!

I'm in the forest,

near the old resthouse, the one where Mayor's boytoy lived.

Which one?

I don’t remember the name.

The one in the forest.

The one she poisoned!

Jimbo? Jimbo?!

Jimbo?!

Hello!?

Make sure you're there or your son is next.

Wait! Wait! No.

Wait! Wait, please! Please!

Hello?!

Hello?! Wait!

Son of a bitch! Son of a bitch!

This is your fault! This is your fault!

This is your fault!

Enzo, wake up. Let's go.

Let's go!

Boss, what about us?

You’re out soon.

He’s out in 40 days.

Let’s go.

How do we get to the Mayor's dead boyfriend's house?

The one she poisoned?

It's near.

Just turn left and go straight.

But, boss, the forest is dense there.

So, just straight, I won't get lost?

No, boss.

Boss,

is it true there's a reward of PHP250,000 for anyone who catches the teacher?

Yes.

How much is that if split among three people?!

I'm not good at math.

I'm sure it's a lot more if it’s not divided.

What is it?

Hey, are you okay?

Ma’am Emmy?

Come out, Ma’am Emmy!

You know what will happen to your kid if you don’t.

Ma’am Emmy!

So, the rumor is true. Ma’am Emmy is quite a sight.

Too bad.

Oh, don’t flatter me like that.

A macho daddy like you shouldn’t be lying to girls like me.

You know, ma’am, my top fetish is teachers.

Well, number one is nuns, then teachers.

Especially the older ones.

Oh, don’t talk dirty to me like that.

It's been so long since I've been a with real man.

And you know my type?

Just like that, bad boys.

The boss did say dead or alive.

Are you in a hurry?

No.

Then…

maybe you can stay with me for a while.

Your voice sounds familiar to me.

You cunt! I’ll kill you!

Where's my son?

Where?!

Good luck finding him.

You son of a bitch!

Yes, boss? Yes, I'm with them.

I will deliver it to you, boss! Just leave it to me!

You have nothing to worry about. I'll handle it!

What the--

What the hell is this?!

Smells like piss!

Son, can you hear me? I'm almost out of battery.

You said you didn’t talk to your mom, right?

Don't you know that lying to the police is a crime, huh?!

Sir, sir, please help me.

Get out! Get out!

- Can we please talk, please, sir? - Yes! Let's talk out here! Get off!

- Get out! - I don’t want to!

Get out!

Kneel!

Kneel!

Son!

Son! Tell them…

Give him the phone.

Ask your mother where she is.

Mom, where are you?

Son, tell them, I'm… I'm…

Tell them I'm at the house of the Mayor's ex-lover.

Mom, where are you?

At the Mayor's ex-lover’s place.

Ah, okay. All right.

Say your goodbyes.

What?

I said,

say your goodbyes.

Son, tell them not to hurt you.

I'm right here.

Mom, they said I should say goodbye.

I'm right here!

Ma.

Son?

I love you so much.

I'm sorry if I wasn't a good son.

Enzo?

Son?

Son?

Weak shit!

Got you good, huh?

Get the keys.

I think that’s enough.

He’s not going to spill the beans.

Look how terrified he is.

Let's go to Emmy.

Let the boy go.

Wait a minute.

This, too.

What's that?

- You know… - We didn't agree to that.

Do we have to discuss everything?

Don’t be like that, man. We're not killing anyone.

Morales, this is how I roll. Step aside.

Pastor!

I'm in a hurry.

SAD 909 PERLAS NG SILANGAN

Come on.

Enzo, come on.

Let's go.

Let's go.

POLICE

Hello?

Son?

Mom?

Enzo?

My son, listen to me.

Tell them I'll do everything they want,

as long as they don't hurt you.

Tell them that. Tell them.

Morales saved me.

Mom.

What are we going to do?

Who’s giving you orders?

I don't know.

Mom, let's meet at Edraline's place.

Ladies…

which way is Edraline's house?

Just go straight ahead.

Go up the slope there.

I can't.

I can't do that to your mom.

I owe her so much.

On the outside, she seems strict.

But…

But her support for me is immense.

Especially when…

What?

When…

When I told her that…

that I’m not into women.

Ah.

She's the only one who knows.

At work…

they will never understand me.

Since I was a kid, this has been my dream job.

I feel that support too.

When people find out my dad is American,

only Mom gives me strength.

When I told your mom,

you know what she said to me?

Nothing.

She just hugged me quietly.

Enzo, I love your mom so much.

I'll out you to everyone.

You dumb ass.

Want me to really shoot you?

Hey!

Chill. I’m just kidding!

Open the gate.

Get the vans ready.

That's good to go.

Sir, there's someone here.

Teacher Emmy.

I'm not here to cause trouble. I need your help.

I know you, Teacher Emmy.

You know me?

In fact, I'm so worried about you.

I heard Hidalgo's forces attacked.

That mayor is a monster.

Come in. Come in.

Do you want us to remove those handcuffs on you?

I'll find someone who knows how to unlock them.

Or get a saw.

Oops! Be careful.

That's expensive! It costs two million pesos!

What?

Two million?

That's 16 years of my salary.

Wow.

It's good you came straight here.

Did you go anywhere else before this place?

No, sir.

Do you like the artwork?

I'm an art collector.

Come in.

Come in, Teacher Emmy.

Please, sit down.

Have a drink.

Your bruises are quite bad, aren't they?

Do you want us to clean them?

No need, sir, I'll do it myself.

Do you have any alcohol?

Sure, just a moment.

Here.

It's good you came straight here.

You didn't ask for help from anyone else?

No, sir.

Glad you survived.

You know, that mayor is really something.

You know, Teacher Emmy, this is why we really need change.

For the betterment of most people's lives,

we need leaders with political will and vision,

especially for the poor.

I really admire your courage, Teacher Emmy.

I'm just doing my job.

It's not just that. You know…

for bringing that box?

Ah, no, sir.

Maybe we should just surrender this to the governor's office.

No.

Sir?

We'll take care of that box.

Once the counting is done and I win.

All I need you to do is to certify that the box hasn't been tampered with.

We'll take care of it.

You know, Teacher Emmy.

People like you should be rewarded.

How much?

PHP50,000?

Sir…

that's too little.

Well then, let’s make it PHP75,000.

PHP75,000?

Wow. That’s generous, sir.

I understand what you mean,

and I really idolize you.

I'll just tell people that someone took this box,

then it got lost.

Something like that.

And it will be our secret.

You know, Teacher Emmy, you're smart.

You know, my reputation is important to me and that would be a big help.

Why don't you work for me?

For you?

Oh, sir, I'd love that.

I really idolize you!

I voted for you.

Sir, I'm starving.

Sir…

I'm really, really hungry.

Maybe there's…

I'm sorry. I forgot, yeah.

Okay, I'll have something prepared. Excuse me.

Berto!

POLICE

DON'T GO TO EDRALINE. ENEMY

Sir, what's your business here?

Ah, were looking for…

Ceryaka, sir!

Who?

Ah, is this the house of Ceryaka Rimpampanita?

Brother, they're asking for a Ceryaka?

She's not here, sir.

There's no Ceryaka here.

Oh, sorry, sir, we might have the wrong address.

All right, we'll be leaving.

Sorry about that.

- Okay, okay. - Have a good day, sir.

We’re leaving?

Just turn around.

Okay, okay, all right.

Who is Ceryaka?

Sir, what food did you get?

I ordered something special for you.

Sir, can I have more water?

Hey, is that going to take long?

Sorry, boss. It overheated.

So, what now? Who can help us?

Honestly, I don't know.

How about Hidalgo?

But she's a murderer too, right?

She had Arnold killed…

How's your steak?

Yummy.

The exquisite flavor of privilege.

Sorry for the wait. I'm still looking for a bastard saw.

The saws here can't cut through metal.

Oh, Mayor, since I'll be working for you,

maybe you could fill me in on your plans for your first year.

You know, don't call me mayor yet. It's not official.

Just call me Ed.

They're on their way, Mayor.

Thank you.

I have many plans.

First of all, I want to clean up the city hall.

Yes!

You really should clean that up.

The Hidalgo’s regime is so dirty and corrupt!

She’s so shameless.

Yeah, sure.

But have you seen the restroom in the mayor's office?

Yuck!

It's really good that you won as mayor, right?

Even if the election was so chaotic.

That's really how elections are here.

If it's broken, why do we still do it?

Actually, that's an old formula.

Even the kings in ancient times knew this.

Oh, wow! This already exists?

Sis. Hey, sis? Are you still mad?

How much is this?

Hunty, you know I’m broke, right?

- Hunty, you know I’m broke, right? - I’ll buy one.

And it's not a big deal, sis. It's just a victory party.

The voting is over. Nothing can change the results.

This looks nice, doesn't it?

Hunty, you don't understand me.

Sis, I need the money.

Bravo! Bravo.

If I was not, you know…

If I were rich, of course, I wouldn't have taken that gig, right?

And then what? You'll complain about the stinky sewer in this town?

Shouldn’t they use our taxes for cleaning that up?

Girl! We’re filthy queens…

but we shouldn't be living in a pigsty nation.

Babe, Joselito.

Erhmengard, dear.

Help us.

Wait!

Just give the people their basic needs.

phone load, a little cash.

Give them something to enjoy.

Jimbo, Aunt Melissa?!

Jimbo?

Enzo, let's go.

Your mom needs you.

Mayor, that's you!

You’re right.

You’re right. That’s me, no one else.

No one else, just you.

Mayor, someone's coming.

Thank you.

Let's open that box up.

I want to see your ballot. Your vote for me.

Enzo.

What you're asking isn't easy for me.

I know those people.

They'll kill Emmy.

Next year,

you might be mourning two people.

Comrades!

Let's call all the townspeople!

Call the workers, laborers, farmers, teachers!

Call your families and relatives!

And most of all,

call all the gays!

Ouch! Sir, it's getting hot.

Sorry.

Do it properly.

Hurry up!

Ouch, ouch, ouch! Sir, it really burns.

I'll do it! Go away!

Ah, Mayor. What are your plans again?

What plans? Didn't we talk about that?

Huh? You're just repeating it.

Are you just pulling my leg?

Bring Teacher Emmy out!

Bring Teacher Emmy out!

Bring Teacher Emmy out!

Bring Teacher Emmy out!

- What did you do? - Ouch!

Man-whore! Bring Teacher Emmy out!

Bring Teacher Emmy out!

Ex-man whore, sis.

Candidate, formerly known as a man-whore, release Ma’am Emmy!

Mayor, we can't kill them all. We are overrun.

Too many of them.

Too many witnesses.

- Why are you touching me? - Let me go!

Sis, help!

You know, Ed,

you can deny killing my nephew and cousin.

You can deny that and be acquitted.

If your lawyer is good.

Far too many people know I'm here with you.

That's why I'm telling you, if you do anything to me,

you'll go to prison for life.

I'll kill you then.

How many of these would-be kings you talk about

have been ousted or beheaded?

Wake up, Emmy. This is the Philippines.

There won't be any ousting or beheadings unless people starve.

Thank God, we don't have that.

As long as there are people sending dollars from abroad…

As long as there are generous people like me during elections…

No one will go hungry, no one will run out of load,

and nothing will change.

Sir, far too many are hungry. You just don't know it.

They just don't know it yet.

Don't be a hypocrite, Emmy.

The only reason you can refuse money

is because your kid gets dollars from his American daddy.

Isn't that right?

You talk like you have principles.

You think that because you're a teacher, you know everything.

You're just a teacher.

Oh, well, fine. We lost the fight.

But we’re not fighting the same battle.

Congrats. You guys have won. Fine! Take it all!

All that you've stolen and will continue to steal shamelessly.

Go buy justice for all I care.

But I know one day, all of you will pay.

Maybe not now or in the next election.

That day will come.

I will not lose hope.

That's why I'm a teacher.

Not "just" a teacher.

And you know what, Edraline?

My hope doesn’t come from you.

It’s from them.

Edraline, get up!

Stop with your wheelchair nonsense!

Stand up!

You can’t fool me. Stand up! There you go.

Oh, wait, Edraline. I forgot to tell you.

- What is it? - I’ll be a witness against you.

My son and Officer SPO1 will testify

against you.

Oh, no. What now?

That's multiple murder charges, a life sentence.

Ha!

Astounding! Perfect timing, madam.

Props to you. You’re like the police in soap operas!

You all show up after the scene is over.

Watch. She'll try to make a scene.

Mayor! A rich person already owns this land.

You can’t turn it into a subdivision anymore.

I came here to--

Wait, Mayor.

Did you win?

Oh, yes!

Even if you add those 15 votes, I'm still ahead.

Thank you so much for protecting your vote for me.

I didn't vote for you.

Ah, no wonder you went to Edraline.

I didn't vote for him either.

I abstained.

You did all this, but you voted abstain?

In the three years between elections, we had no voice.

But today, my voice is as loud as yours.

That's why I'll fight for my right to speak.

Even if what I want to say is you and him,

neither of you are worthy to lead.

She’s right.

Don’t I know you?

You know my husband.

Ah, Emmy. I need to ask you for a favor.

What will I get if I give you what you want?

Whatever you want.

Well, if you say so.

A good day to everyone!

Our town has been declared an election hotspot due to the events of 2007.

Workers are celebrating

the third year anniversary of the collective bargaining agreement

generously signed by Mayor Hidalgo, raising the wages of her workers.

This and many other stories when we return after a few words from our sponsors…

As God is my witness, I didn't steal anything.

I deny all the allegations.

God knows I am innocent.

I am a victim of dirty politics.

Even though he’s in prison

He’s running in this election

Edraline, Edraline, will keep on fighting

Gentlemanly, brave, and will keep fighting

True heroes lose at the start

Ripe fruits get stoned

2010, let's shade Edraline

How are you?

Edraline really has a thick face, huh?

Can you believe he’s running a campaign from prison?

Good thing we have one decent candidate.

Congrats to them.

I heard they’re second in the survey.

Might even get first place out of eight.

Clearly, they know how to organize.

Which voting precinct are you?

San Isidro.

Emmy, you already know,

I don't really believe in real change during elections.

It doesn’t happen in the polling booth.

It happens on the streets.

The only reason I'm voting now is because of her.

#3 IN THE BALLOT

Excuse me! Excuse me. Future councilor passing through!

Are you on the way to vote?

Oh, no.

I just got lost while buying vinegar.

Of course, obviously, yes, I'm going to vote. What do you think?!

There's a camera.

There's a camera?!

Hello! Yes, my Mom, my Dad, yes.

Hello, my lovers. Yes, I can't name you all, but I'm here now.

Yes, I will vote.

Why is it important to vote today?

I do believe, until the people win the struggle,

we should vote.

Vote for pro-people candidates.

That’s what we need to do.

Good morning, Principal.

Good morning.

Bro, how are you?

How are you, Attorney?

Wow, I just passed the law entrance exam, and you’re calling me "attorney"?

SPO1 is really something!

SPO1?! I'm not a cop anymore!

Isn’t it obvious?

I know. I just want to annoy you.

Hey, are you busy later?

Not really, why?

I want to watch an indie movie.

They say it's fun, and there are many cute guys.

- I know you like that. - So what?

You're really crazy.

Hey! That's illegal!

Sir! Sir! Please arrest him.

Commission on Elections, what do we do? Your machine isn’t working?

We need to go back to manual.

You all witnessed that even I once fell from grace.

Our cry during the campaign.

If there's no corruption, there's no poverty!

I am really the strongest candidate because they all bash me.

My God. I hate drugs.

I have full confidence.

It never ends.

Son of a bitch.