Republic of the Philippines

MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY

General Santos City
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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Name: Nasrudin C. Nilong. Section: 12.1W

Objective: This assessment aims to assess your understanding and critical analysis of the film
Delikado. You will reflect on the film's themes, characters, and issues related to environmental
activism and human rights.

1. Describe the three environmental activists featured in the film Delikado. Discuss their
backgrounds, motivations, and challenges they face in their advocacy efforts. How do their
personal experiences shape their commitment to protecting Palawan’s natural resources?

Bobby Chan, Tata, and Nieva Mangabang are activists who fight to protect Palawan’s
environment. Bobby, a lawyer, leads a group to stop illegal logging and fishing, facing threats
but staying firm in his mission. Tata is a local enforcer who patrols forests, risking his life to
protect the land he loves for future generations. Nieva works to raise awareness and inspire
communities to act, motivated by seeing how environmental harm affects people’s lives. Each
of them faces dangers like violence and corruption from powerful groups that profit from
exploiting resources. Despite these challenges, their experiences make them more determined
to continue their fight. Their dedication shows the risk and courage needed to protect Palawan's
natural resources.

2. Discuss the consequences of illegal logging and dynamite fishing as depicted in the film.
Analyze how these activities affect the environment, local communities, and biodiversity in
Palawan. What long-term implications do these actions have for the region?

Illegal logging and dynamite fishing have serious consequences for Palawan. Illegal
logging destroys forests, causing soil erosion and removing trees that help balance the
environment. Dynamite fishing damages coral reefs, which are important for marine life, leading
to a decrease in fish populations and harming the ecosystem. These activities hurt local
communities by affecting their main sources of income, like fishing and tourism, and make it
harder for them to access food and jobs. Biodiversity suffers as animals and plants lose their
habitats, increasing the risk of extinction. The long-term effects include losing natural resources,
making the region more vulnerable to climate problems, and threatening the future of the
community. These actions damage both the environment and the well-being of the people who
depend on it.

3. Explore the theme of corruption in Delikado. How does corruption hinder environmental
protection efforts? Provide specific examples from the film that illustrate the relationship between
political power, illegal activities, and environmental degradation.

Corruption is a major obstacle to environmental protection in Palawan. Local officials often

accept bribes from illegal loggers and fishermen, allowing these harmful activities to continue
without punishment. For example, the film shows how some politicians ignore illegal logging in
exchange for money, which leads to deforestation and soil erosion. Additionally, powerful
figures may support dynamite fishing for financial gain, damaging coral reefs and marine life.
This corruption makes it difficult for environmental activists to fight back, as they face threats

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 and intimidation from those benefiting from illegal practices. Overall, corruption weakens efforts
to protect the environment and contributes to the degradation of Palawan’s natural resources.

4. Analyze how local communities in Palawan respond to the threats posed by illegal logging
and fishing. What role does community engagement play in the fight for environmental protection?
Discuss any examples of successful initiatives highlighted in the film.

Local communities in Palawan respond to the threats of illegal logging and fishing by
organizing and engaging in collective action. Community members form groups to patrol their
lands and waters, acting as para-enforcers to protect their environment from illegal activities.
This community engagement is crucial in the fight for environmental protection, as it empowers
residents to take charge of their resources and advocate for their rights. One successful
initiative shown in the film involves local fishermen who work together to monitor fishing
practices and report illegal activities, helping to restore fish populations and protect marine life.
By coming together, these communities not only defend their livelihoods but also create a
stronger voice against corruption and environmental harm, showing the power of grassroots
efforts in conservation.

5. Place the issues presented in Delikado within a global context. How do the environmental
challenges faced by Palawan reflect broader trends in environmental activism worldwide? Discuss
the importance of international support and solidarity in combating these issues.

The issues presented in Delikado reflect global trends in environmental activism,

where communities face similar challenges from illegal logging, overfishing, and corruption.
Like in Palawan, many regions suffer from the destruction of natural resources due to greed
and weak enforcement of environmental laws. This highlights the need for international
support, as local communities often struggle against powerful interests that threaten their
environment. Global awareness can strengthen local efforts by providing resources and
advocacy to empower communities. International organizations and activists can amplify
local voices, bringing attention to their struggles and promoting a united front against
environmental degradation. The fight in Palawan is part of a larger movement for
sustainable practices and environmental justice worldwide.

6. Select a specific scene from a film that portrays a political conflict (you may insert a video or
photo/s in the designated box). In your description, provide a detailed account of what occurs in
the scene, focusing on the key events, characters involved, and the nature of the conflict. Explain
the underlying causes of the political conflict, considering historical, social, or ideological factors
that contribute to the tensions depicted. Analyze the impact of the conflict, not only on the
characters within the film but also on the broader society or political landscape portrayed. Discuss
the short-term and long-term consequences of the conflict as seen in the film. Lastly, propose a
potential solution or resolution to the conflict, based on your understanding of the situation.
Suggest strategies or actions that could have been taken to address the root causes.

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 A scene shows local activists stopping illegal loggers who are protected by corrupt
officials. Bobby Chan and his team catch the loggers moving illegally cut trees and face threats
from powerful people who profit from these activities. This conflict comes from corruption,
where leaders make money from harming the environment and silence those who speak out.
The activists face danger and live in fear, risking their safety to protect their land. For society, it
breaks trust in leaders and hurts the environment, making life harder and affecting future
generations. In the short term, it causes fear and tension. In the long term, it destroys
Palawan’s natural resources and weakens the community. A solution would be stronger
community action, support from other countries, and fighting corruption to better enforce laws
and protect the environment.

7. Select a specific scene from the documentary Delikado that portrays an environmental
conflict (you may insert a video or photo/s in the designated box). In your description, provide a
detailed account of what occurs in the scene, focusing on the key events, the environmental
defenders involved, and the nature of the conflict. Explain the underlying causes of the
environmental conflict and analyze the impact of the conflict on both the characters within the
documentary and the broader ecological and social landscape of Palawan. Discuss the short-term
and long-term consequences of the environmental damage depicted in the film. Lastly, propose a
potential solution or resolution to the environmental conflict, based on your understanding of the
situation. Suggest strategies or actions that could have been taken to protect the environment,
emphasizing the importance of law enforcement, community involvement, and sustainable
practices to address the root causes of environmental degradation.

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 A scene shows environmental defenders stopping illegal loggers in Palawan’s forests.
Bobby Chan and his team catch loggers transporting cut trees and face threats from powerful
people. This conflict happens because of illegal logging, driven by corruption and greed, where
leaders ignore the law for money. The defenders live in fear but stay strong to protect their land
and future generations. The impact includes loss of forests, soil problems, and harm to animals,
affecting the community and nature. It also threatens people’s livelihoods, especially those who
rely on the
forest for
food and
income.
The
damage
makes the
area
more
prone to
flooding
and other
natural
disasters,
which
puts
more
lives at
risk. In
the short
term, it
causes
fear and
tension;
in the
long term, it leads to loss of resources, more damage to the environment, and weaker
communities. Solutions include stronger law enforcement, community help to report logging, and
better practices to protect nature. Support from international groups and raising public awareness
can also help stop corruption, ensure laws are followed, and protect the environment effectively.

8. Select a specific scene from a film that illustrates a human rights issue (you may insert a
video or photo in the designated box). Describe the key events in this scene, focusing on the
characters involved and the nature of the human rights violation. Explain the underlying causes of
the issue, considering historical, social, or political factors. Analyze the impact of the violation on
the affected individuals and the broader community, discussing both short-term and long-term
consequences. Finally, propose potential solutions to address the human rights violation,
highlighting the importance of advocacy, education, and policy reform in promoting justice and
accountability.

A scene in Delikado that depicts a human rights issue involves the practice of dynamite
fishing in Palawan. In this scene, local fishermen, struggling with poverty, use illegal dynamite to
fish, which damages coral reefs and the surrounding ecosystem. The human rights violation here
is the violation of the right to a sustainable environment and the right to a livelihood that does not
harm natural resources. The practice is caused by poverty, lack of resources, and weak fishing
rules. The fishermen lose their fishing grounds, and the whole community suffers from fewer fish
and damaged marine life. In the short term, people face hunger and lack of money, and in the long

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term, the environment will be ruined, affecting future generations. The loss of fish and coral reefs
also weakens the community's ability to recover economically. Solutions include teaching
sustainable fishing, enforcing fishing laws more strictly, offering financial support or training for
alternative livelihoods, and promoting eco-tourism to create jobs while protecting the ocean. In
addition, increasing awareness about the importance of marine conservation can help shift local
attitudes toward more sustainable practices.