Controversial
It's what the gossip's all about – Now see it on the screen!
6.5
2 votes
March 20, 1981
1h 56m
Overview
Brocka's potboiler about the rise of a starlet is the quintessential rags-to-riches, prey-turned-predator story, brimming with true-life anecdotes and an authentically acerbic sense of the seamier side of show business.
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Where to watch
In United States
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in United States right now.
Cast
Gina Alajar
Teresa / Karina Daluz
Charo Santos
Mers Madsen
Phillip Salvador
Alain Soriano
Eddie Garcia
Mauro Dizon
Rez Cortez
Eddie RandalJoe Fabregas
Dick ConradoAriosto Reyes Jr.
Sonny
Soxy Topacio
Fedora
Joey Luna
DadingNina Lorenzo
AssistantBeth Mondragon
AssistantMike Accion
MikePae Toledo
Pae
Charlie Peralta
CharlieJonas Sebastian
NickyMore like this
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