Fight for Us

A former priest turned underground revolutionary who becomes a prominent human rights advocate after the Marcos era. He grapples with secret identities, moral compromises, and the burden of leadership as violence escalates. His commitment to protecting civilians drives his risky actions, even as personal loss deepens.

Jimmy's former lover and the mother of his son Camilo. She becomes a target of the Orapronobis and endures abduction and violence, revealing the human cost of conflict. Her decisions about family and loyalty illuminate the personal stakes behind political struggle.

Jimmy's wife and a human rights activist who campaigns for the town's vulnerable. She faces fear for her husband and child as violence escalates. Her involvement shows the role of civilians, especially women, in resisting oppression.

Leader of the Orapronobis, orchestrating terror and violent patrols to suppress rebels. He embodies the brutality and arrogance of the anti-insurgent forces, often clashing with human rights advocates.

An army officer involved in counterinsurgency operations and the crackdown on activists. He represents the state's hardline response to dissent, balancing orders with the consequences on civilians.

Religious figure in town who navigates moral questions amid violence, offering counsel to the afflicted and the community. His presence underscores faith-based responses to political tyranny.

A local figure whose actions weave into the town's fabric during the crisis. He participates in the social dynamics and tensions that rise as violence intensifies.

A news anchor providing on-screen coverage of events in Santa Filomena and across the country, shaping public understanding of the conflict.

A second broadcaster who reports on the escalating violence and political developments, contributing to public discourse and awareness.

A religious figure connected to the town's people, who mediates discussions between civilians, activists, and officials.

A nun who participates in humanitarian efforts and offers support to refugees, reflecting the church's involvement in relief during the crisis.

A local chef whose presence provides a sense of communal life amid upheaval, serving as a backdrop to the town's resilience.

A local political actor maneuvering through the turmoil and power dynamics surrounding the crackdown on dissent.

Another political actor whose influence and decisions reflect the unstable governance of the era.

The son Esper bears and Jimmy's secret child, whose existence intensifies the parents' dilemmas and the town's emotional stakes.