Maybe It’s Just the Rain

At the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, a diasporic, underdog group of young women represent the Philippines at the country’s maiden appearance on the global stage. Despite all odds, they write history by beating the tournament hosts on “enemy” soil, netting the first goal to ever be scored at the World Cup for their country. Reina Bonta, Fil-Am center back, brings us along on this turbulent journey, showing us the intimate moments in between the hardship and glory. After the tournament, Reina’s lola, brings Reina to her hometown province in the Philippines. In the wake of the team’s historic 2023 campaign, this intimate family trip between grandmother and granddaughter underscores what representing the Filipino flag at the World Cup truly means to the diasporic Filipinas team.

Film Content Advisory: War

Credits
Producer: Mel Mah, Frankie Rubio
Executive Producer: Sir Jefferson Cheng
Director of Photography: Reina Bonta, Rob Bonta
Editor: Sarah Garrahan
Composer: Caroline Ho
Sound Designer: Christina Wen

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