‘MMK’: Joshua Garcia tugs at heartstrings with portrayal of a poor kid with dreams MMKLifeSketch
MANILA — As Maro , the image of determination in this weekend’s inspiring “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode, walks inside the room where his parents waited, his toga in tow, his mother , who has never once supported his dreams because she wanted him to face the reality that they’re poor, could only look away in shame: “Pinakita mo na mali ako.”
Although the story of students overcoming poverty has been told before in countless movies and dramas, including past episodes of “MMK,” this one still managed to feel fresh, by emphasizing the relationship Maro had with his dad , as opposed to the actual difficulties he experienced. It was touching to see Maro’s father admit he was wrong in trying to rid their children of dreams, constantly conditioning them that their reality as poor people was inescapable, in turn changing his life as well as he decided to quit fishing and dare to run as one of their barangay’s kagawad, bringing along the idea of change and hope.
As the episode aired, social media was filled with praise for “MMK,” not only for the inspiring story, but also for picking great actors like Garcia and the Buencaminos for their parts.
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