A rugged individual embarks on a treacherous quest to Manila, driven by his unwavering determination to reunite with his lost love, Ligaya.
A simple fisherman from the countryside travels to Manila to find his loved one, who left with a mysterious woman promising a better life. As he searches, he becomes consumed by the city's harsh realities, including poverty and desperation, and slowly loses himself in the struggle to survive.
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A Scene from MANILA IN THE CLAWS OF LIGHT
Lino Brocka on MANILA IN THE CLAWS OF LIGHT
Manila in the Claws of Light (New Trailer)
Maynila: Trailer #1
Studio(s): Cinema Artists
Originally Released: United States, Jul 16, 1975
Production Country: Philippines
Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Manila in the Claws of Light" by streaming it on the following platforms: The Criterion Channel. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "Manila in the Claws of Light" on the following digital platforms: AppleTV, YouTube.
