Macho Dancer
Seen it?1989 | 136 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It was critically acclaimed, though it had a box office flop and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Tailor-made for people who like stories about real, flawed people. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Gives its people room to develop, at 2 hr 16 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in another language, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
Pol moves to Manila for better opportunities after his American lover leaves. However, he gets drawn into the gritty world of gay prostitution and sexual slavery.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
Critically acclaimed
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 18K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Lino Brocka
- Allan PaulePol
- Daniel FernandoNoel
- Jaclyn JoseBambi
- William LorenzoDennis
- Princess PunzalanPining
- Timothy DiwaRolly
- Johnny VicarKid
- Lucita SorianoThe Mother
- Joel LamanganMother
- Charlie CatallaMama Charlie