'I Love Filipino': A heartfelt tribute to Filipino identity

Filipinos have a deep love for our country, and this affection is a significant part of our identity. We take pride in our stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. However, we do not celebrate our heritage as much as we should. Often, we overlook the greatness of our culture because it does not receive the recognition it deserves on the global stage.

- BY ROBERT R. REQUINTINA

To enhance our cultural story, the documentary series “I Love Filipino” will launch on Netflix on June 12. This date is significant as it is our nation's Independence Day, a day filled with pride.

Marnie Manicad produces this five-part series through her production company, Team MMPI Production, where she holds the positions of chief executive officer, executive producer, and principal director. The series aims to thoughtfully explore and answer a fundamental question: “What is Filipino?”

“Before embarking on this creative journey, we posed a critical inquiry: 'What does it mean to be Filipino?'” Marnie said during the media premiere held at the National Museum in Manila.