Manila in the Claws of Light (1975)

1975 · 127 min · Drama, Mystery

Julio, a young fisherman from a provincial village, descends into social alienation as he arrives in Manila to search for his loved one.

Directed by Lino Brocka. Starring Bembol Roco, Hilda Koronel, Lou Salvador Jr., Tommy Abuel and Lily Gamboa Mendoza.

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