Burlesk King

Mar 10, 1999

1h 49m

★ 5.3

Overview

Harry leaves Olongapo, the former site of American bases, with his best friend James. They end up in Manila where they soon find work as macho dancers in a gay bar run by Mama Odette. Harry has a troubled past -- his American father used to pimp him and his mother, Betty. When his father accidentally killed his mother, Harry struck out on his own. He made a vow to kill his father.

Genres

Drama

Production Companies

Seiko Films

Burlesk King Trailers

Cast

Harry

Rodel Velayo

James

Leonardo Litton

Betty

Elizabeth Oropesa

Mario

Raymond Bagatsing

Aileen

Cherry Pie Picache

Michael

Gino Ilustre

Brenda

Nini Jacinto

Odette

Joel Lamangan

Miong

Joonee Gamboa

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