Once Upon A Time In Manila

Name: Once Upon A Time In Manila
Genre: Action, Comedy
Released: 1994-01-01
Cast: Vic Sotto, Yukari Ôshima, Gloria Sevilla, Val Sotto, Larry Silva

1994

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About This Movie

Once Upon A Time In Manila is a curious blend of action and comedy, with Vic Sotto bringing his trademark charm to the role of a barangay tanod who's always in the right place at the right time. The pacing is a bit uneven, veering from laugh-out-loud moments to intense action sequences that keep you on your toes. Yukari Oshima as Lt. Cynthia Wang adds an interesting dynamic, bringing in a bit of that Hong Kong action flair to the mix. The film's practical effects are pretty decent for its time, and there’s an unmistakable local flavor that resonates throughout. The way it explores themes of community and heroism, all wrapped in a light-hearted package, makes it distinct in the landscape of 90s Filipino cinema.

Explores themes of community and heroismMix of local humor with action elementsFeatures practical effects typical of 90s cinema