Movie

Manila (2009)

• June 17, 2009
• 1h 30m

• Drama

Overview

A tribute to filmmakers and National Artists Lino Brocka and Ishmael Bernal. In the "Day" segment, Piolo Pacual portrays the role of William, a drug addict who tries to rebuild his sense of self and reconnect with the people around him. For the "Night" segment, Pascual portrays the role of Philip, who works as a bodyguard for a mayor's son. The bodyguard believes that his boss considers him as part of the family but after a shooting incident, he realizes his real worth to his boss. As he struggles to hide, he is slowly consumed by the claws of darkness lurking the city.

Directors

Adolfo Alix Jr., Raya Martin

Writers

Ramon Sarmiento, Adolfo Alix Jr.

Starring

Piolo Pascual, Rosanna Roces, Jay Manalo