Manila in the Claws of Light

7.3

1975

2h 7m

DramaMystery

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

Key Crew

Director

Lino Brocka

Producers

Mike de Leon

Severino Manotok Jr.

Writers

Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.

Cinematography

Mike de Leon

Music

Max Jocson

Cast (49)

Bembol Roco

Julio Madiaga

Hilda Koronel

Ligaya Paraiso

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