There is no secret that films in the biopic genre can often distort the truth. These types of films are often simply depictions of myths loosely based on actual accounts rather than accurate depictions of history. Many ethical dilemmas arise from these circumstances. Among these are harmful portrayals that could distort the viewer's perception of how the story may have actually unfolded. Should filmmakers warn moviegoers that certain historical details of their upcoming film have been changed for the purposes of the film? What are the editorial ethics when important details relating to vital pieces of the story are left on the proverbial cutting room floor? The brand new film “Cesar Chavez” does a lot of work to realize the often untold story of the activism and union organizing of California's migrant farmworkers, but in the process, it manages to erase the pertinent contributions of Filipinos who many consider the pioneers of these movements. There is much to praise about the inclusion of United Farm Workers (UFW) co-founder and Filipino Larry Itliong in the Hollywood biopic “Cesar Chavez” directed by Diego Luna. However, unfortunately, its portrayal is problematic. The film fails to present an accurate history of this historically important farmworker movement. “Cesar Chavez” does not highlight the historic multi-ethnic partnership between Mexicans and Filipinos in the UFW and the effort that arose as a product of the Filipinos' 1965 Grape Strike. Rather, the film is told from a predominantly Chicano perspective, which only slightly highlights the contributions of Filipino-American farm workers. Compared to director Luna's vision, the story of the agricultural workers' struggle has a significant plot.... .. middle of paper ......the film 'Cesar Chavez', with any luck, will influence Hollywood to create more films that reflect our diverse American stories. Filipino Americans are the largest Asian American group in California, the third largest minority group in California, and the second largest Asian ethnic group in the United States of America. Chicanos/as and Filipinos are the two fastest growing ethnic groups in the nation. With more documentaries like Delano Manongs, literature, and more ethnic studies conversations focused on promoting an accurate representation of history that bring to light the experiences of Filipinos in the California labor movement, there is an opportunity to erase the history of erasure. In summary, it is imperative that a substantial place for Filipino descendants in the history of the United States not be buried or passed away, especially within a popular form of media such as cinema..