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Cinema Nova380 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
MQFF

Victorian Premiere: A Raw Journey Through Manila's Nightlife

Step into the neon-lit streets of Manila with this captivating drama that follows a group of young hustlers navigating life on the edge. When privileged runaway Zion joins the charismatic street leader Uno, their worlds collide in unexpected ways. After a tragic overdose claims Uno's childhood friend, the group embarks on a poignant road trip to fulfill his final wish.

Director Petersen Vargas masterfully captures the raw energy of Manila's underground queer scene, painting a vivid portrait of chosen family and survival. Through a hazy, cinematic lens, we witness the beautiful yet harsh realities of Filipino sex workers, bound together by an unshakeable brotherhood.

This 103-minute feature in Tagalog offers an imaginative and unflinching look at queer communities and our universal need for belonging. Don't miss this Victorian premiere that's already generating buzz across international film festivals.

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