Maynila: Sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag (1975) Type: Feature Film Director: Lino Brocka Writer: Clodualdo del Mundo Jr. (based on Edgardo M. Reyes’ novel) Synopsis: A fisherman from the province searches for his lost love in Manila, only to discover her in a life of prostitution and ultimately commits murder. Historical significance: First Philippine film screened at the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight; restored by World Cinema Foundation in 2009. Keywords: #UrbanPoverty #LinoBrocka #Cannes #RestoredFilm References:
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Across the archipelago, people heard the call. Maynila: Sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag (1975) Type: