: The depiction of the dictator, President Navarra, includes bizarre scenes like him apologizing to a pet ostrich or headbanging to heavy metal to quiet voices in his head.
: Reviewers at Sight and Sound note its role as a "bleak lament" over contemporary Philippine politics, specifically lampooning nationalist leadership. The Halt
: Critics from The Guardian describe the pace as "geological," using the long duration to create an analytical space that reflects a repressed society. : The depiction of the dictator, President Navarra,
The film holds a "Fresh" rating from several critics who praise its bold vision, though its runtime is a frequent point of contention. : The depiction of the dictator