Kubrador (The Bet Collector)
Revolves around ”jueteng”, the game of numbers dating back to the Philippines” Spanish colonial period (1521-1898).
Documentary | 86 min | 2022 | Philippines
Language: English, Filipino
Subtitles: English
This year’s FRAMES short film competition is focused on discovering and supporting young filmmakers from the Philippines who are deeply committed to human rights. By offering a platform for their films to be displayed at diverse locations nationwide—such as microcinemas, schools, and barangays—the competition aims to promote human rights in alternative forms of cinema and give these emerging voices a significant role in advancing the human rights conversation.
Revolves around ”jueteng”, the game of numbers dating back to the Philippines” Spanish colonial period (1521-1898).
Jose, a student, leaves his mother a letter to inform her that he’s leaving home to learn why people decide to join the underground movement.
The abduction of Jonas Burgos in 2007 was brazen – done at noontime in a crowded mall.
This year’s FRAMES short film competition is focused on discovering and supporting young filmmakers from the Philippines who are deeply committed to human rights.