Lino Brocka

Born: 1939-04-07

Birthplace: Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines

Biography

Catalino "Lino" Ortiz Brocka was a Filipino film director. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and significant filmmakers in the history of Philippine cinema. In 1983, he founded the organization Concerned Artists of the Philippines (CAP), dedicated to helping artists address issues confronting the country. Brocka was openly gay and often incorporated LGBT themes into his films.

Known For

Manila in the Claws of Light
Insiang
Weighed But Found Wanting
Macho Dancer
Bona
Five and the Skin
My Father, My Mother
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita
Dirty Affair
Dung-aw

Top Movie Credits

Manila in the Claws of Light Director
Insiang Director
Weighed But Found Wanting Director
Macho Dancer Director
Bona Director
Five and the Skin
My Father, My Mother Director
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita Director
Dirty Affair Director
Dung-aw Director