Burlesk King (1999)
Harry leaves Olongapo, the former site of American bases, with his best friend James. They end up in Manila where they soon find work as macho dancers in a gay bar run by Mama Odette. Harry has a troubled past -- his American father used to pimp him and his mother, Betty. When his father accidentally killed his mother, Harry struck out on his own. He made a vow to kill his father.
Director: Mel Chionglo
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 109 min
Release Date: March 10, 1999
Cast
- Rodel Velayo - Harry
- Leonardo Litton - James
- Elizabeth Oropesa - Betty
- Raymond Bagatsing - Mario
- Cherry Pie Picache - Aileen
- Gino Ilustre - Michael
- Nini Jacinto - Brenda
- Joel Lamangan - Odette
- Joonee Gamboa - Miong
Screenplay
- Ricardo Lee (Screenplay)
Music: Nonong Buencamino
Editing: Jess Navarro
Production: Seiko Films
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: tl
Keywords
gay club, philippines, lgbt, gay theme
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Burlesk King about?
- Harry leaves Olongapo, the former site of American bases, with his best friend James. They end up in Manila where they soon find work as macho dancers in a gay bar run by Mama Odette. Harry has a troubled past -- his American father used to pimp him and his mother, Betty. When his father accidentally killed his mother, Harry struck out on his own. He made a vow to kill his father.
- Who directed Burlesk King?
- Burlesk King was directed by Mel Chionglo.
- Who stars in Burlesk King?
- Burlesk King stars Rodel Velayo, Leonardo Litton, Elizabeth Oropesa, Raymond Bagatsing, Cherry Pie Picache, Gino Ilustre.
- How long is Burlesk King?
- Burlesk King has a runtime of 1h 49m (109 minutes).
- What genre is Burlesk King?
- Burlesk King is a Drama film.
- Where was Burlesk King produced?
- Burlesk King was produced in Philippines.