
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
In this edition of SPOTLIGHT, the festival features a carefully curated selection of Southeast Asian short films. This initiative aims to strengthen regional ties by highlighting both diverse and unifying narratives while fostering collaboration among Southeast Asian nations. By celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage and promoting crucial conversations on shared human rights issues, SPOTLIGHT seeks to deepen connections and cultivate relationships across Southeast Asia.
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