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Lino Brocka

Director, Actor, Additional Credits
Born April 7, 1939Died May 22, 1991 (52 years)
Catalino "Lino" Ortiz Brocka was a Filipino film director. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and significant filmmakers in the history of Philippine cinema. In 1983, he founded the organization Concerned Artists of the Philippines (CAP), dedicated to helping artists address issues confronting the country. Brocka was openly gay and often incorporated LGBT themes into his films.

Known For

  • Manila in the Claws of Light
  • Insiang
  • Cain at Abel
  • Macho Dancer
  • Orapronobis
  • Bona
  • Signed: Lino Brocka
  • Dirty Affair
  • Makiusap ka sa Diyos
  • Santiago!

Filmography

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