Lino Brocka
Directing•Born April 7, 1939•Died May 22, 1991 (age 52)•Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines
Biography
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
Five and the Skin
1982•Movie•
6.4
The Marriage
1980•Movie•
6.5
Beyond the Mainstream: A Salute to Philippine Independent Cinema
1986•Movie
Manila... A Filipino Film
1975•Movie
Signed: Lino Brocka
1987•Movie•
4.4
Mortal
1976•Movie•
8.0
Omens
2008•Movie•
8.0
Visions Cinema: Film in the Philippines - A Report by Tony Rayns
1983•Movie•
6.6
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentDirecting
BirthdayApril 7, 1939
Day of DeathMay 22, 1991
Place of BirthPilar, Sorsogon, Philippines
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