The first Filipino film about AIDS — and Vilma Santos delivers a performance that'll wreck you.
Dolzura Cortez has had several men in her life. One returns to her as an AIDS researcher and unwittingly, Dolzura becomes his subject. He encouraged her to come out in public so she can dispel the social stigma that comes with the disease.
Acting
Vilma Santos: every glance carries the weight of shame and defiance.
Direction
Laurice Guillen balances melodrama with documentary-like urgency.
Director
Laurice Guillen
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was groundbreaking — the Philippines' first AIDS film, released when the disease was heavily stigmatized locally.
Vilma Santos based her performance on real interviews with PWA (People with AIDS) support groups.
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