Directed by Chito Roño, this film provided a stark, somber look at the lives of "toreros" (live sex performers) in Manila. It focused on the human struggle and the cyclical nature of poverty behind the neon lights.
In the collective memory of Filipino pop culture, the 1980s are often remembered for the electro-pop beat of the "Manila Sound," the rise of the kilig teen idols, and the distinct glow of VHS tapes. But lurking in the shadows of the mainstream "palengke" films was a genre that dominated box offices, ignited national debates, and launched the careers of today's most respected actors: the "Bold" movie.
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