Manila, Open City (1968)

8.5/10 86 min History Action War Drama

Overview

War drama set in the closing stages of World War Two. As Allied Forces are nearing the defeat of the Japanese Army in Manila, the Japanese Empire's soldiers begin attacking innocent civilians. A brutal month-long battle ensues.

Cast

Charito Solis

Sor Matilde

James Shigeta

Captain Murakami

John Ashley

U.S. Medic

Ric Rodrigo

Guerrilla Commander

Mario Montenegro

Marcos Liwag

Nova Villa

Young Girl

Eddie Garcia

Vic Diaz

Colonel Hamada

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