A 'tee girl' at a fancy resort explores Manila's grim reality : NPR
The film 'Filipiñana', directed by Rafael Manuel, offers a satirical look at life inside an upscale resort in Manila. The movie uses the contrast between the resort's luxury and the city's drought-stricken reality to critique social inequality.
Why it matters
The film serves as a cultural commentary on the stark socioeconomic divides in urban environments like Manila.
The few weeks or so that stretch between late August and early September are generally thought of as the doldrums of the movie release calendar. The summer blockbusters have come and mostly gone, and the fall Oscar contenders have yet to drop. Yet there are always new films worth seeking out, usually flying just under the radar.
You might not have heard of the terrific new movie Filipiñana , which premiered earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival. It's in theaters now, and it marks the arrival of a remarkable talent, a Filipino writer and director named Rafael Manuel.
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