Recto Records

About This Movie

So, Recto Records is this interesting documentary that dives deep into the life of an old guy who just can’t let go of physical media in Manila. It’s like he’s living in a time capsule, surrounded by CDs and DVDs while everyone else is streaming. The pacing is a bit slow, but it really lets you soak in the atmosphere of that street and his little shop. There’s something touching about how he talks about music, almost reverential. You get the sense that he sees physical media as an art form, not just a product. The film captures this fading culture, and it’s kind of a love letter to the tactile experience of music, which you don’t often see in today’s digital world.

Focuses on music culture and preservation.Captures the essence of local life in Manila.Explores themes of nostalgia and change.