Title: Metro Manila
Year: 2013
Genre: Crime, Thriller, Drama, Action
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Jake Macapagal, Althea Vega, John Arcilla, Ana Abad Santos, Mailes Kanapi
Description: The relentless pulse of Metro Manila, the city itself, becomes a character in this gripping thriller. Raw and unflinching, the film transcends typical crime drama tropes, offering a visceral exploration of desperation and the corrosive nature of poverty. Director Sean Ellis masterfully crafts a world where survival is a brutal, daily battle, leaving the viewer breathless and profoundly unsettled. We witness the human cost of unchecked ambition, the moral compromises made in the relentless pursuit of a better life, and the insidious creep of corruption. 'Metro Manila' isn't just a film; it's a gut punch, a stark reflection on the harsh realities of a city teeming with both hope and despair. It lingers in the mind long after the credits roll, a testament to its power and unflinching honesty.