Return to Manila: Filipino Cinema
Documentary about the history of Philippine cinema.
Production
Filmoblic, Les Films du Tamarin, Movpix International
Language
EN
Status
Released
Release Date
Cast

Laurice Guillen
herself

Jeffrey Jeturian
himself

Brillante Ma Mendoza
himself

Raymond Red
himself

Lav Diaz
himself
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