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Pinay, American Style

19792h 16mElwood Perez

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PX, short for Paula Xavier (Vilma Santos) was an illegal alien in New York City. She’s broke and waiting for her fiancé to fulfill his promise of marriage despite the fact that he has already married an American to secure a green card. Hiding from the authorities, PX met two men who are willing to take care of her but conflicts arise as the two want to maintain a serious relationship with her.

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What is Pinay, American Style (1979) about?

PX, short for Paula Xavier (Vilma Santos) was an illegal alien in New York City. She’s broke and waiting for her fiancé to fulfill his promise of marriage despite the fact that he has already married an American to secure a green card. Hiding from the authorities, PX met two men who are willing to take care of her but conflicts arise as the two want to maintain a serious relationship with her.

Who stars in Pinay, American Style?

Pinay, American Style stars Vilma Santos (PX), Christopher de Leon (Chris), Bembol Roco (Nonoy), Cocoy Laurel, Rosa Mia. The film was directed by Elwood Perez.

How long is Pinay, American Style?

Pinay, American Style has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1979.

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