Manila (2009) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Manila (2009) — A tribute to filmmakers and National Artists Lino Brocka and Ishmael Bernal. In the "Day" Streaming on OVID.
Manila (2009) Storyline
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.
Full Cast & Crew
- Piolo Pascual as William / Phillip
- Rosanna Roces as Charito
- Jay Manalo as Barry
- Alessandra de Rossi as Amy
- Angelica Panganiban as Gina
- Aleck Bovick as Cherie
- Katherine Luna as Rio
- John Lapus as Mitch
- Marissa Delgado as Luningning
- Cherrie Madrigal as Bernadette
- Anita Linda as Lola Anita
- Baron Geisler as Johnny
- Ness Roque as Gigi
- Jiro Manio as Macky
- Menggie Cobarrubias as Poldo
Why Watch Manila?
The Vibe: Manila is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 2009. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.6/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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