Manila
Originally released in 2009. Manila is a drama film. directed by Raya Martin.
Starring Piolo Pascual, Rosanna Roces, and Jay Manalo
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 17, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
TL
Original language
Country
Philippines
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- TL
Production Companies
- Bicycle Pictures
- MJM Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manila about?
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 an...
Who directed Manila?
Manila was directed by Raya Martin.
How long is Manila?
Manila has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Manila released?
Manila was released on June 17, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Manila?
The main cast of Manila includes Piolo Pascual, Rosanna Roces, Jay Manalo, Alessandra de Rossi, Angelica Panganiban.