Five and the Skin(1982)
Ivan, a writer living in Manila, walks through the city in search of his past.
Movie: Five and the Skin
Top 10 Billed Cast
Ivan
Mari
Carding
Bembol
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Overview
Ivan, a writer living in Manila, walks through the city in search of his past.
Release Date
1982-06-02
Average
6
Rating:
3.0 startsTagline
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Languages:
Français
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