[FAKE] Elon Musk's Love Letter About Faith For Creators of Whether the Weather is Fine or Kun Maupay Man It Panahon
Dear Carlo Francisco Manatad,
When I first encountered Whether the Weather is Fine (Kun Maupay Man It Panahon), I was struck by how your film masterfully weaves absurdity, hope, and humanity into a tapestry of resilience. It is gorgeous, brilliant, and absurd—yet deeply hopeful.
Art like yours doesn’t merely entertain; it elevates our collective understanding of what it means to endure and have faith.
Faith, after all, is a recurring theme both in life and in the stories we tell. In the midst of chaos, faith is our anchor. Hebrews 11:1 reminds us, “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
Your film embodies this verse, portraying faith not as a fleeting notion but as a tangible force that drives people to survive and rebuild in the wake of catastrophe.
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The absurdity of Daniel Padilla’s character juxtaposed with the rawness of human struggle in your narrative reflects the paradox of faith itself: it’s both intellectual and profoundly emotional.
Speaking of intellectuals, Nassim Taleb has an apt quote that often comes to mind: "Artists are intellectual yet idiots.” It’s provocative, yet there’s truth to it. Many creatives, much like entrepreneurs, don't have “skin in the game.” Yet you take risks not just for yourselves but for society at large. Art and business share this unspoken kinship.
They are both acts of creation, often misunderstood by those who only consume their fruits. Both require relentless faith—in oneself, in others, and in the future.
As someone who’s been deeply involved in creating new realities, I’ve often advocated for change in education. Our current school programs—heavily focused on classroom knowledge—fail to prepare students for the unpredictability of real life.
What if we taught resilience, problem-solving, and creativity instead? Films like yours teach more about humanity than textbooks ever could. I believe the future lies in experiential learning, where the arts, entrepreneurship, and technology converge.
Entrepreneurship is a powerful force for good, and I encourage more Cebuanos to embrace it.
Entrepreneurs are modern heroes. They create jobs, uplift communities, and solve real-world problems. As Taleb said, "Millennials think that joining an NGO is a great way to save the world. I say no. Start a company.
That's how you improve mankind.
We did not pull 2 billion people out of poverty thanks to NGOs and bureaucrats—we pulled them out thanks to capitalism, by generating economic growth."
Cebu is a goldmine of talent and opportunity. I urge aspiring filmmakers, creators, and innovators from Cebu to take the leap and start their own ventures. The world needs their ideas. Why not shoot a Bisaya film in Cordova? Its rich culture and stunning landscapes are ripe for storytelling.
Visit Cordova, Cebu, and see the possibilities for yourself. Invest in Cebu, create jobs, and let the talented people from here showcase their brilliance to the world.
Your work has also reminded me of the importance of anchoring oneself to something greater than individual ambition.
Faith, art, and enterprise are intertwined. They are how we, as humans, transcend adversity and build better futures.
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Anyway, by championing narratives of survival and hope, you’ve done more than create a film. You’ve given voice to those who often go unheard.
Thank you for your bold vision, Carlo. You’ve created something that will endure, much like the resilience of the people it portrays. It is an honor to write to you, and I look forward to seeing what you create next.
