Drama · Philippines · 1999 · 1h 49m

Burlesk King

Burlesk King poster
Director
Mel Chionglo
Cast
Rodel Velayo as Harry Leonardo Litton as James Elizabeth Oropesa as Betty Raymond Bagatsing as Mario Cherry Pie Picache as Aileen Gino Ilustre as Michael
Crew
Jess Navarro — Editor Ricardo Lee — Screenplay Edgar Martin Littaua — Production Design
Synopsis

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.

Trailer Burlesk King — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
gay clubphilippineslgbtgay theme
Key Collaborators
Mel Chionglo Director Jess Navarro Editor Ricardo Lee Screenplay Edgar Martin Littaua Production Design
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