Name: Manila in the Claws of Light
Director: Lino Brocka
Genre: Drama, Mystery
Released: 1975-01-01
Duration: PT2h 7mM
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Bembol Roco, Hilda Koronel, Lou Salvador Jr., Tommy Abuel, Lily Gamboa Mendoza

Question 1

What is Manila in the Claws of Light (1975) about?

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

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Who stars in Manila in the Claws of Light?

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Manila in the Claws of Light stars Bembol Roco (Julio Madiaga), Hilda Koronel (Ligaya Paraiso), Lou Salvador Jr. (Atong), Tommy Abuel (Pol), Lily Gamboa Mendoza (Perla). The film was directed by Lino Brocka.

Question 3

How long is Manila in the Claws of Light?

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Manila in the Claws of Light has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1975. It is rated TV-14.

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Is Manila in the Claws of Light worth watching?

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Manila in the Claws of Light holds an IMDb rating of 7.8/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Drama, Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch Manila in the Claws of Light?

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