Lino Brocka
Date of birth: 1939-04-07
Place of birth: Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines
Known for: Directing
Also known as:
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.
Movie Credits
Kasal?
1980-06-19
As their wedding day approaches, Joel and Grace open up about their past lovers, and just before the
Lino: His Art and Life
1998-01-01
A documentary TV special on the life of Lino Brocka, released in 1998 for Pinoy Blockbuster Original
Signed: Lino Brocka
1987-10-01
Documentary filmmaker Christian Blackwood profiles controversial Filipino director Lino Brocka, deta
Mortal
1976-03-05
Mario O'Hara's surreal debut film about a man recovering from mental illness.
Brocka x Bernal
2024-08-08
A documentary on the life and work of National Artists Lino Brocka and Ishmael Bernal.
Visions Cinema: Film in the Philippines - A Report by Tony Rayns
1983-09-28
Film critic Tony Rayns interviews Lino Brocka and other prominent Filipino filmmakers.
Manila... A Filipino Film
1975-01-01
Making-of documentary about Lino Brocka's 1975 film "Manila in the Claws of Light," featuring interv
Omens
2008-11-26
Signos (1984) is a Super 8mm film documentary that was a true product of its time, a collaboration b
Beyond the Mainstream: A Salute to Philippine Independent Cinema
1986-12-10
With interviews with National Artists Lamberto Avellana and Lino Brocka and myriad talents from the
Five and the Skin
1982-06-02
Ivan, a writer living in Manila, walks through the city in search of his past.