9 Must-Watch Badass Feminist Films Every Pinoy Needs To Watch

These characters proved that women can be kickass and more than just a "housewife material."

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Mila, 2000

Mila is a story of a teacher, Mila Cabangon (Maricel Soriano) who passionately educates her poor students. What's make her a badass? She's a political activist who fought for children's right to education. #PassionGoals
Lesson: Let no one dictate your happiness.

Two Days One Night, 2014

Two Days, One Night is about Sandra (Marion Cotillard) who's about to lose her job. She ends up fighting not only for her family's needs but also for her coworkers. Talk about stepping-up for what's right!
Lesson: Consider other peoples' condition even though you are experiencing the same level of suffering.

Himala, 1982

Himala is about Cupang's healer, Elsa (Nora Aunor), who claimed that the Virgin Mary visited her and has given her the gift of healing — and they started worshipping her. She boldly told the people that they should not worship her but God alone. #FaithGoals
Lesson: Do not believe everything that you see or hear.

Carol, 2015

Set in the 1950s, a woman named Carol (Cate Blanchett) eyes a staff, Therese Belivet (Rooney Mara), in a toy store department in Manhattan. The film itself made a stir in the world of cinema and conventionality. #NUFFSAID
Lesson: Fight for the love that you deserve. #LoveWins

Joy, 2015

Here's a woman who knows what she wants and how to get things done.
Lesson: Never forget your dreams.

Suffragette, 2015

If this film will not wake the feminist in you, we don't know what will. #Feminism
Lesson: Fight for what is right.

Charlie's Angels (2000)

Good morning Charlie! These girls know how to be pretty and fierce (all at the same time)!

Lesson: The heart is a muscle. In body building, we exercise the muscle, and it grows bigger and stronger. It's the same with the heart.

Sex And The City (2008)

Because life should be bigger than Big!

Lesson: Maybe our girlfriends are our soulmates and guys are just people to have fun with.

Pride & Prejudice (2005)

The story of a modern woman that's way ahead of her time!

Lesson: Speak your mind ladies! It is never wrong to say no for something that you don't deserve. Ever.

Celebrate #IWD and #GirlPower by getting inspiration from these Filipina Huns who made a stir in the Philippine history!

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