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Naked Hero(1977)
Status: Released
Date: 1977-06-17
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Time: 2h 0m
For we need a hero...
Overview:
Hubad na Bayani explores the world of peasant revolts, cult organizations, talismans, and the fight for socio-economic reforms. The story revolves around Ruben a peasant who dreams of saving enough money to pay for the treatment of his sick mother, the education of his sister Pilar, as well as his own marriage to Luisa. His modest dreams are never realized as he and his family are exploited, harassed and victimized by the greedy landowners and loan sharks.
Languages: Tagalog.
Countries:
Philippines
ProductionCompanies:
Rainbow Films International
Movie: Naked Hero
Top 7 Billed Cast
Robert Arevalo
Ruben
Boots Anson-Roa
Luisa
Daria Ramirez
Pilar
Rustica Carpio
Ruben's Mother
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Overview
Hubad na Bayani explores the world of peasant revolts, cult organizations, talismans, and the fight for socio-economic reforms. The story revolves around Ruben a peasant who dreams of saving enough money to pay for the treatment of his sick mother, the education of his sister Pilar, as well as his own marriage to Luisa. His modest dreams are never realized as he and his family are exploited, harassed and victimized by the greedy landowners and loan sharks.
Release Date
1977-06-17
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For we need a hero...
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