PHILIPPINES · 2012

Florentina Hubaldo, CTE

Lav Diaz
Philippine Cinema human trafficking familial abuse treasure hunting illness and decay exploitation
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A young woman is held captive by her father and forced into prostitution. Meanwhile, two men embark on a personal quest for buried treasure. However, both groups show signs of debilitating illness.

Year2012
CountryPhilippines
DirectorLav Diaz
Florentina Hubaldo, CTE poster

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