Seklusyon (2016)

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Bless me, Father, for I have sinned.

The first is that I wasn't able to pray
on time yesterday.

Secondly,

I wrongly blamed a kid of theft.

And the third,

I sent my mother a letter
telling her I'd visit, but I didn't.

These are my sins
and I ask for forgiveness.

Is there anything else?

No, Father.

You're getting ordained next week.

The strongest of the Devil's temptations

are on the last days
before a deacon becomes a priest.

That's why we're entering seclusion.

To be away from temptations, I know.

That's right.

But if you bring in an unclean conscience,

the walls and ceilings
can't do anything to protect you.

It's hard to succeed
if you don't confess your sins, Miguel.

I'll ask you again.

Is there anything else?

Are you certain that you want this?

I am sure, Father.

And I offer all of myself to God
because I know that He will guide me.

God has forgiven your sins.

Go and be a good servant of the Lord.

Thank you, sir.

The Japanese are coming!

God has forsaken us!

We have to hide!

They will take us to hell!

The Japanese are coming!

God has forsaken us!

We have to hide!

They will take us to hell!

Please heal us and have mercy on us.

Please heal our infirmities.


TOWN OF ILDEFONSO, QUEZON

MEDICINE DONATION

Please heal us and have mercy on us.
Please heal all of our infirmities.

Thank you, Lord! Praise Anghela!

She is healed!

Thank you for healing us!

Are you well now?

Thank the Lord!

Thank you for Thy answers.

We're done for this morning.

Come back in the afternoon.

Follow me, Father.

We're done for now. Anghela needs to rest.

Haven't you had enough?

How many times do we have to prove
Anghela is of the Lord?

Papa, please don't get angry.

I just want to ask you something.

How are you, Anghela?

I'm doing well.

Are you happy with this?

Having a hard time?

Aren't they hurting you?

Heal my son! Please!

Ma'am!

Have mercy!

-Please have mercy.
-Ma'am.

He should be in a hospital.

Go ahead, Anghela.

Please, have mercy!

My son…

-Anghela, thank you.
-Thank you.

IN A VILLAGE IN LUZON

Are there people who try to break in here?

This isn't for those who want to break in

but for those who want to go out.

Seclusion is for seven days.

We get up at 6:00 in the morning.

Breakfast is at 7:00.

No loud noises.

No talking,

except when we pray together.

Don't turn off the lights.

Do you understand why you're here?

You shouldn't see,

hear,

smell,

or speak to anyone.

Because that's how
the Devil's call begins.

And don't dare think
that this will be easy.

A lot of deacons have failed
their seclusion.

I understand.

So,

why are you really here?

To be closer to God.

Fasting starts tomorrow.

Come out when you're ready.

SAINT PETER THE APOSTLE PARISH

Oh, you've returned.

Good.

You're better suited for this than w*r.

What do you think of the child?

Anghela is still young.

She doesn't understand
what her parents are doing.

In other words, you're not convinced.

I can't help my doubts.

Open your mind, Father.

Anyone can be called by God,

even a young girl like Anghela.

And don't let the w*r weaken
or destroy your faith.

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

Bless us, oh Lord,

and bless the food

we are about to receive
through your graciousness,

through Christ our Lord, amen.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son…

Eat.

Get to know each other now.

You won't be able to speak
to each other tomorrow.

I'm Marco, by the way, from San Antonio.

I'm Carlo, from San Antonio.

I'm Fabian, from the town of Teresa.

Miguel, from the town of San Jose.

Who's there?

Who's there?

What are you doing there?

They're dead!

They're dead!

They're dead!

My God.

What a tragedy.

Her eyes are still open.

Pitiful.

What happened?

It's probably about money again.

I don't know, but the nun is missing.

I'm just worried about the child.
No one has seen Anghela.

Dear God, I hope she is safe.

Where could that child be?

In the name of the Father, and of the Son…

The angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,

and she conceived of the Holy Spirit.

Hail Mary full of grace,
the Lord is with you.

Blessed art thou amongst all women.

Holy Mary, mother of God,
pray for us sinners.

And the Word was made flesh.

And dwelt among us.

Hail Mary full of grace,
the Lord is with you.

Blessed art thou amongst all women…

Whatever happens tonight, remember
that it is the work of the Devil.

He will tempt you and test your faith.
Be strong.

Demons, leave me alone!

You made me suffer.

You're worthless.

I'm not crazy.

Mother?

-You're worthless!
-Mother, don't!

You're disgusting!

-You made me suffer!
-Stop! Mother, no!

You're worthless!

I'm not crazy!

You're worthless!

I'm not crazy!

Anghela's parents were k*lled.

Where's Sister Cecilia?

She's here now.

-What?
-She came as soon as she found out.

How do we know we could trust the nun?

Don't worry.

Anghela may be in danger.

Thank you.

Bishop, where is Anghela going?

Sister Cecilia is taking her to a place
where no one can harm her.

But Cecilia--

Anghela has known Sister Cecilia
for a long time.

There's no one else
more trustworthy than her.

-You didn't see what I saw!
-Calm down, Ricardo! Calm down.

Father, what is the purpose
of your investigation?

We don't know Sister Cecilia--

What is the purpose of your investigation?

To find proof on the miracles
of Anghela Santa Ana.

So the church could be sure
if she can be proclaimed a living saint.

Well then, focus on your investigation.

Who told you you could leave me?

Damn you! Stupid! Son of a b*tch!

Don't you want me anymore?

This can't be right. You can't be here.

You can read the bishop's letter again,
if you want.

Didn't he know
that there are deacons in seclusion here?

Let's go! Follow me.

All the rooms are taken.

What?

She's hungry.

There's bread in the kitchen.

Go down. Second room on the left.

Just follow me.

I'm not hungry.

Don't stare at me like that.

Why are you so cranky, Grandpa?

I'm not cranky and I'm not your grandpa.

Aren't you old?

I used to be a priest.

Used to be? You're not a priest anymore?

Do I still look like a priest?

No. You look like a grandpa.

What happened wasn't your fault.

What did you say?

Are you like this because the bishop
punished you in spite of your sacrifices?

That's enough.

I understand you, Sandoval.

How did you know my name?

The Lord is merciful, Sandoval.

He knows you don't belong here.

Your life still has purpose.
Just have faith--

Stop! Stop!

I'm lost. Do you know where my room is?

This is it. I remember now.

Sleep well.

Next time, be careful with fire.

THIS IS A DIFFICULT TEST…

I HOPE I CAN MAKE IT.

I'm coming with you.

Don't leave me here, please.

I can't take it anymore.

Son, my work here is done.

You…

Finish what you've started.

Don't worry. Anghela is here.

She will help you.

Anghela… I thought

about what you said last night.

I understand everything now.

I wish you well.

Be good followers of the Lord.

Put your faith in Him…

And you'll never be hungry

or thirsty.

He is all you need.

Father, I'm one of the first persons
healed by Anghela.

You mean,

you witnessed their sudden rise to riches?

In the beginning,
they did not accept payments.

They started charging fees
when the nun came.

Father, to be honest…

I told the mother about the nun,
but she wouldn't listen.

I saw how she forced the child
to heal people, even if she was tired.

They say she got thrown out of the convent
because she hurt some children,

and even k*lled one.

Would you know what town
Sister Cecilia is from?

We just want to ask for some bread and…

Thank you, Lord, for the blessings
Thou has bestowed

on us today.

-May our…
-May our…

-…gathering be at this time…
-…gathering be at this time…

-…and the others after this be peaceful.
-…and the others after this be peaceful.

-Amen.
-Amen.

This is a miracle. Who is she?

She is the Lord's messenger.

She's here under the orders of the bishop
to save you all.

It would be nice if we eat together.

You shouldn't refuse blessings, brother.

This blessing is enough for me.

CONVENT OF THE IMMACULATE MOTHER,
CAMARINES

Heat some water up,
then bring it here. Hurry.

Yes, Mother.

Can't you wait?

What is this about?

I just want to ask about this nun who--

Get to the point.

I have no time for guessing games.

It's about Sister Cecilia.

I can't help you with anything.

I don't mean to be rude,

but I'm not leaving
until I'm sure if I am right or wrong.

Why are you interested in Sister Cecilia?

Because of Anghela Santa Ana.

I don't believe she is safe
under Sister Cecilia.

Everything you need is in here.

Don't ever come back.

No one will believe you, Father.

Be careful.

You don't have to hold your hunger back.

I can manage.

The Lord doesn't want you to suffer.
You don't need to suffer.

SHE TAUGHT AT THE CONVENT
OF THE IMMACULATE MOTHER…

THE CONVENT BURNED DOWN.

HER FACE WAS BURNED.

I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE. HELP ME, GOD.

You're selfish! You're bad!

Nilo!

Nanding!

Forgive me.

What do you want?

You're selfish! You're bad!
Eat this! You can have all of it!

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,

that never was it known
that anyone who fled to thy protection…

-implored your help
-Implored your help

-or sought your intercession…
-was left unaided…

Inspired with this confidence…

O Virgin of virgins, my Mother,
I am here in front of you,

-sinful and sorrowful.
-sinful and sorrowful.

O Mother of the Word Incarnate,

-despise not my petitions, amen.
-despise not my petitions, amen.

You're not real, Erina!

Miguel, you said you wouldn't leave me.

-You're not real! I don't believe in you!
-Miguel.

You're the Devil! Stay away from me!

I will make your life miserable!

You will pay for this!

Just tell me if you need anything.

I'm here to help.

The Lord understands you.

You don't need to forget about Ina.

Please, have mercy! I give up!

Carlo!

Enough!

Anghela!

Do you want that to stop?

Confess your sins.

What sins?

Anghela, wait!

My brothers.

They died because of me during the w*r.

We didn't have much.

I fought in the battles.

I didn't share the food
because I was scared.

I was scared we would run out of food.

Heal me, Anghela,
and I will do anything you wish.

I promise.

Good morning.

Good morning, Father.

I just want to talk to you.

What about, Father?

About your healing.

What do you mean?

How are you?

I'm doing well. I regained my strength.

In fact,

I'm better than ever.

I felt a lot better after seeing Anghela.

After that,
I felt this strong urge to visit her

to send offerings.

What are you doing here?

I come here once a week.

At first, I didn't know why my feet
were taking me here.

Then I realized, I'm not alone.

All of us are Anghela's devotees.

All of us wholeheartedly praise Anghela.

ANGHELA WAS CECILIA'S STUDENT…

This candle is for my mother.

You? Who is your candle for?

What you feel is normal.

You don't need to be ashamed,
the Lord said.

Please forgive me.

How are you and Fabian?

Why do you ask?

I think he likes you.

He doesn't.

Or maybe you like him?

You're just like your mother.
You're both wh*res.

I'm not a wh*re.

Didn't you like it
when the soldiers r*ped you?

Shut up!

I'm so sorry. I didn't mean it.

Get my clothes.

Do what I told you.

What are the two of you up to?
Why are you disturbing us?

Stop pretending.
You don't really want to be a priest.

Aren't you here because
you don't want to take care of your mom?

You b*tch!

b*tch!

What? Does it feel good to hit someone?

You're worthless!

You're useless! You're gross!

You b*tch! You f*cking wh*re!

What? b*tch!

This is what you want, isn't it?

sl*t!

You want this, right?

f*ck you! This is for you.

Then I'll give it to you!

You want this right? wh*re!

You b*tch.

I'll give you what you want.

f*ck you! You f*cking wh*re!

You don't need to regret what you did.

There's nothing wrong
if you like playing with children.

Do you want to play with me?

I HAVE A BAD FEELING ABOUT THE CHILD.

ONE OF US SHOULD LEAD
AND REPORT WHAT'S HAPPENING.

IT'S GOD'S FAULT WHY THIS HAPPENED TO ME!

Fabian!

Where did you get this?

Fabian!

I waited for so long for you!

Why are you leaving me too?

Miguel!

Hail, Mary, full of grace,

the Lord is with thee.

Blessed art thou amongst women

and blessed is the fruit
of thy womb, Jesus.

ADOPTED…

THROWN OUT OF THE ORPHANAGE…

Miguel!

Our faith in the Lord…

Anghela!

Tell us who you are!

Calm down.

Like I've said before,

Anghela was brought here
by the Lord to save you.

Really? You're a messiah?
The great savior?

Miguel--

They're your words, not mine.

Leave!

You're disturbing our seclusion!

We don't need a messiah to be near God.

You have no right to say that, Miguel.

Did you even think about us?

We're not as strong as you are.

Anghela has helped us tremendously.

What kind of help?

Don't you see it?

Why can't you believe in her?

If it weren't for her,
I would not be able to stand this place.

If they're not going to leave, I will.

And I'll make sure
the bishop will hear about this.

You've already sacrificed a lot.

You're so close to becoming a priest.
Are you going to risk everything?

Didn't you leave
the woman you love just for this?

You don't know that.

Didn't you leave Erina, even when you knew
she loves you more than herself?

I didn't mean to leave Erina.

I did that because I knew
that would be best for her.

Is that what you always do?

Make decisions for others?

You only think of yourself.

Nobody wants you to leave.

I just want to be with you.

Anghela's right.

Stay with us. You don't need to do this.

I have to.

This is a difficult trial.
I hope I can bear this.

I can't take it anymore. May God help me.

It's God's fault why this happened to me!

This is your doing!

Leave your God for me!

Please, don't leave me!

Don't leave me!

Miguel!

This is what you did to me and your child!

Suffer with us in hell!

I didn't know.

As far as I can remember,
I know that mother hates me.

That's why she k*lled herself.

What about you? Do you hate me too?

I'll fix everything.

I'll save you, my daughter.

I was saved a long time ago, Papa.

Join me.

Even after Anghela went missing,
many still visit, hoping to be healed.

The others stole the jars,

thinking that Anghela's liquid
will heal them.

REJOICE, THE DEVIL IS HERE!

I told you not to come back here.

Why doesn't anyone know about Anghela?

Because no one believes!

If we know, we should do something!

I did try before,
look what happened to me!

It is now in God's hands!

We can't just leave everything up to God!

Bishop!

Anghela is a false prophet!

Go to her. She is waiting for you.

You don't have to do that, Father.

The world is at peace, leave it alone.

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

Saint Michael the Archangel,
defend us from--

Are you really happy
with what you're doing, Father?

Don't you like the w*r better,
because you have more use there.

Admit it, Ricardo.

You hate it as the days pass by
without anything happening to you.

Shut up!

You'll get everything you want
if you join me.

Don't twist my words, demon.

I'd die before I chose you over God.

You should've sworn to me, Father.

As long as people have a choice,
they will choose the good.

They will choose what is easy
over what is good.

What is good to them is getting
what they want without working for it.

I pity you, Father.
You worshipped a lazy and arrogant God.

He left you because He thought
you will always choose the right.

Look at me.

I am the result
of people's freedom to choose.

Let us bow before the avenging wrath,

let us weep before the Judge,

let us cry out with words of supplication,

let us all speak in submission.

Carlo…

Marco.

Fabian.

We need to leave while there's still time.

Where are they?

Swear to her!

She is not God whom we should swear to.

God brought Anghela here
and He wants us to worship her.

Anghela, that's enough!

I'm here, my child.

I'll never leave you.

Do you think I'm doing this
because of you?

Swear to my Lord.
He was the one who saved me.

If you're not going to serve Him,
I have no use for you.

Get out of here! What are you waiting for?

Leave us!

That's enough.

Give it up.

Stop this!

Listen to us.

Miguel, let go of Anghela.

-What are you doing?
-Miguel!

-Miguel!
-Open this!

Give her back to me!

-Miguel!
-Don't hurt her!

Enough!

Miguel!

-O Glorious Prince of the heavenly host…
-When did your God answer you?

Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us

-in the battle…
-Your God has abandoned you,

because I am the fruit of your sins!

What do you want me to do?

For me to turn against my God?

No. We're tired of fighting your God.

I still want you to become a priest
and be a good servant of your God.

So I'd have more of my Lord's people
inside the church.

One day, no one will be able to identify
who is false and who is true.

There's no turning back, Miguel.

Are you really giving up your priesthood?

If that's what it takes
to right the wrong,

I'll do it.

It's too late.

There's nothing more you can do, Miguel.

Lord, forgive me.