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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:02,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Downloaded from YTS.MX 2 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:13,000 Official YIFY movies site: YTS.MX 3 00:02:15,923 --> 00:02:20,845 MANILA IN THE CLAWS OF LIGHT 4 00:02:22,305 --> 00:02:27,685 INTRODUCING, AS JULIO MADIAGA... 5 00:03:28,954 --> 00:03:32,833 BASED ON THE NOVEL BY EDGARDO REYES 6 00:05:11,640 --> 00:05:14,018 - What's your name? - Julio Madiaga. 7 00:05:16,479 --> 00:05:20,441 I came by last week. You said to come back today. 8 00:05:20,983 --> 00:05:23,319 - Ever been a laborer before? - Yes sir. 9 00:05:23,444 --> 00:05:25,780 - Where? - Cubao, sir. 10 00:05:25,988 --> 00:05:29,784 But that building's almost finished. They don't need laborers anymore. 11 00:05:30,618 --> 00:05:32,620 Okay, you got the job. 12 00:05:32,745 --> 00:05:35,706 But I don't like lazy people. You'll get 2.50 a day. 13 00:05:36,123 --> 00:05:38,876 I was getting three pesos at -- 14 00:05:39,001 --> 00:05:40,628 Then work there! 15 00:05:40,753 --> 00:05:42,463 Sorry, sir. I just thought -- 16 00:05:43,005 --> 00:05:44,465 Omeng! 17 00:05:49,929 --> 00:05:53,808 Have him replace Gorio. Put Gorio back on cement mixing. 18 00:05:54,433 --> 00:05:57,269 Thank you, Mr. Balajadia. 19 00:07:06,297 --> 00:07:07,882 What's wrong? 20 00:07:09,466 --> 00:07:10,926 Probably just hungry. 21 00:07:11,385 --> 00:07:13,387 I haven't eaten since yesterday. 22 00:07:14,221 --> 00:07:15,764 What happened? 23 00:07:15,890 --> 00:07:18,809 Hasn't eaten anything. Probably collapsed from hunger. 24 00:07:18,934 --> 00:07:21,604 Buddy, never go to work on an empty stomach. 25 00:07:21,729 --> 00:07:23,397 What's going on? 26 00:07:23,564 --> 00:07:26,609 Hasn't eaten since yesterday. He collapsed. 27 00:07:26,901 --> 00:07:28,861 - Wait here. - Where's his food? 28 00:07:28,986 --> 00:07:30,779 - What food? - His lunch. 29 00:07:30,905 --> 00:07:32,740 Idiot! He has no lunch! 30 00:07:32,865 --> 00:07:33,949 Exactly. 31 00:07:34,116 --> 00:07:36,827 Okay, back to work. Your jobs waiting. 32 00:07:36,952 --> 00:07:39,121 Go on! 33 00:07:40,289 --> 00:07:42,291 Go on! Back to work! 34 00:07:45,419 --> 00:07:47,504 Eat some of this. 35 00:07:47,630 --> 00:07:50,507 Just leave me a little for lunch. - Thanks. 36 00:07:50,674 --> 00:07:52,509 Watch out for the foreman. 37 00:07:52,635 --> 00:07:54,762 He'll give you hell. 38 00:07:56,096 --> 00:07:57,431 See you later. 39 00:09:05,374 --> 00:09:07,001 Thanks, man. 40 00:09:07,167 --> 00:09:09,378 Haven't smoked these in a while. 41 00:09:09,628 --> 00:09:11,755 How did you end up here? 42 00:09:14,341 --> 00:09:17,344 I don't know. Life's tough back home. 43 00:09:17,594 --> 00:09:19,680 I was just a fisherman. 44 00:09:20,472 --> 00:09:22,558 It's tougher here, my friend. 45 00:09:22,683 --> 00:09:26,687 Life here's great if you have money. If not you're screwed. 46 00:09:27,062 --> 00:09:29,898 - Any relatives here? - I don't know. 47 00:09:30,190 --> 00:09:32,985 Probably a few, but I don't know them. 48 00:09:33,360 --> 00:09:36,864 - You been here long? - About seven months. 49 00:09:38,073 --> 00:09:40,034 How have you gotten by? 50 00:09:40,659 --> 00:09:42,661 I had some money with me, 51 00:09:42,828 --> 00:09:46,498 and I'd find odd jobs here or there. 52 00:09:47,124 --> 00:09:48,792 Where do you sleep? 53 00:09:49,084 --> 00:09:50,753 Anywhere I can. 54 00:09:51,545 --> 00:09:53,547 You've got it rough. 55 00:09:53,756 --> 00:09:56,842 Be thankful you're still fit for work. 56 00:09:56,967 --> 00:10:01,138 I had a body like that when I first came from the province. 57 00:10:01,346 --> 00:10:04,183 Look at me now -- thin as a grill rack. 58 00:10:04,308 --> 00:10:07,853 - Why not find different work? - Like where? 59 00:10:07,978 --> 00:10:10,397 Hey! We're trying to sleep here! 60 00:10:11,607 --> 00:10:14,109 - I'm just practicing. - Practice later! 61 00:10:14,234 --> 00:10:15,986 Take Benny. 62 00:10:16,111 --> 00:10:19,615 Dreams of being a singer but somehow ended up here. 63 00:10:19,740 --> 00:10:23,077 Lucky guy's got no family to take care of. 64 00:10:23,243 --> 00:10:27,664 I've got a wife and six kids. Eight mouths to feed. 65 00:10:27,873 --> 00:10:30,292 - What does Balajadia pay you? - Seven pesos. 66 00:10:30,417 --> 00:10:33,504 That's 42 if I get a full week's work. 67 00:10:34,338 --> 00:10:36,757 What's Fatso paying you? 68 00:10:37,341 --> 00:10:38,759 2.50. 69 00:10:39,802 --> 00:10:42,054 Crafty son of a bitch! 70 00:10:44,890 --> 00:10:47,768 That's what he paid me when I first started. 71 00:10:47,935 --> 00:10:51,271 In five months I've gotten a one-peso raise. 72 00:10:51,438 --> 00:10:53,398 And then there's "taiwan.' 73 00:10:53,524 --> 00:10:55,442 "Taiwan'? What's that? 74 00:10:55,567 --> 00:10:58,612 It means they sell you your wages. 75 00:10:58,862 --> 00:11:01,448 It works like this: 76 00:11:01,740 --> 00:11:03,909 Say this is your pay on payday. 77 00:11:04,243 --> 00:11:06,161 The contractor says... 78 00:11:06,453 --> 00:11:09,414 "There are no funds, but theres 'taiwan. 79 00:11:09,581 --> 00:11:12,793 We'll advance you the money... 80 00:11:13,502 --> 00:11:15,045 but... 81 00:11:17,422 --> 00:11:19,800 with a 10% deduction.' 82 00:11:20,634 --> 00:11:23,053 What can a poor guy like you do, 83 00:11:23,220 --> 00:11:26,056 always broke and living hand to mouth? 84 00:11:26,306 --> 00:11:30,060 What can you do but "buy' your own wages, 85 00:11:30,185 --> 00:11:32,980 even if it sticks in your craw. 86 00:11:33,188 --> 00:11:36,900 What really hurts is "buying' your wages 87 00:11:37,067 --> 00:11:38,986 with money they actually owe you. 88 00:11:39,403 --> 00:11:42,739 It's like being fried in your own fat. 89 00:11:43,407 --> 00:11:46,451 Dare complain and you're out of a job. 90 00:11:46,743 --> 00:11:50,455 It's not easy finding work these days. 91 00:11:54,334 --> 00:11:55,627 I'm leaving tomorrow... 92 00:11:56,295 --> 00:11:57,671 with Mrs. Cruz. 93 00:11:59,840 --> 00:12:01,800 Is your mind made up? 94 00:12:01,925 --> 00:12:05,888 I'll try to make it in Manila. That's what Mother wants. 95 00:12:07,347 --> 00:12:10,809 You could come too. - That's okay. 96 00:12:11,101 --> 00:12:13,979 I'll just stay here and wait for you. 97 00:12:21,195 --> 00:12:22,988 Abobo, Francisco. 98 00:12:24,656 --> 00:12:26,366 Bondallan, Maximo... 99 00:12:46,428 --> 00:12:48,096 Madiaga, Julio. 100 00:12:50,015 --> 00:12:52,517 Why's it say four pesos, sir? 101 00:12:53,227 --> 00:12:54,853 You telling me my job? 102 00:12:55,020 --> 00:12:57,064 If I say sign, you sign! 103 00:12:57,189 --> 00:12:59,066 That's my business! 104 00:12:59,441 --> 00:13:01,443 Son of a bitch! 105 00:13:14,539 --> 00:13:17,376 - But why's the paper say four? - That's the scam. 106 00:13:17,501 --> 00:13:21,255 On paper they're paying us more. Its magic! 107 00:13:21,421 --> 00:13:25,425 Don't dare complain again, or you'll be out of a job. 108 00:13:27,594 --> 00:13:29,263 You can sleep here. 109 00:13:29,596 --> 00:13:33,267 Lots of the guys do. You won't be alone. 110 00:13:35,602 --> 00:13:38,188 - What's this? - For cigarettes. 111 00:13:43,402 --> 00:13:44,903 Thanks, man. 112 00:13:46,113 --> 00:13:49,491 Frank... Gido... Imo. 113 00:13:50,325 --> 00:13:51,451 What's up? 114 00:13:51,618 --> 00:13:53,495 Look after him. 115 00:13:53,829 --> 00:13:56,498 They'll take care of you. They cook their meals here. 116 00:13:56,623 --> 00:14:00,335 - You don't sleep here? - No, they go home to their families. 117 00:14:00,752 --> 00:14:01,795 See you. 118 00:14:09,553 --> 00:14:12,306 Stop singing and eat! 119 00:14:12,639 --> 00:14:14,224 Where's Imo? 120 00:14:14,349 --> 00:14:16,268 Washing up in back. 121 00:14:16,393 --> 00:14:17,811 Imo, chow time! 122 00:14:17,978 --> 00:14:19,104 Okay! 123 00:14:19,563 --> 00:14:21,815 Imo's ambitious. Goes to night school. 124 00:14:21,940 --> 00:14:24,192 You should too, man, 125 00:14:24,318 --> 00:14:27,154 or you'll be stuck here forever. 126 00:14:27,321 --> 00:14:30,574 Times have changed. You need a diploma these days. 127 00:14:30,866 --> 00:14:35,996 The only way to get any respect is to finish school. 128 00:14:36,413 --> 00:14:39,333 Just one thing I don't like about you, man. 129 00:14:39,499 --> 00:14:40,834 You can't sing! 130 00:14:41,001 --> 00:14:42,502 Smart-ass! 131 00:14:44,963 --> 00:14:47,841 What about you, buddy? Any plans to study? 132 00:14:48,300 --> 00:14:49,760 I'm too old. 133 00:14:49,885 --> 00:14:53,847 There are people older than you going to school. 134 00:14:54,056 --> 00:14:56,391 Like Maximo with his balding head. 135 00:14:56,516 --> 00:14:59,519 Idiot! Stop making fun of my hair. 136 00:15:01,021 --> 00:15:03,732 How old are you anyway? - Twenty-one. 137 00:15:03,940 --> 00:15:05,067 Just 21? 138 00:15:05,275 --> 00:15:08,403 Imo's 33 and losing his hair, but he's still studying. 139 00:15:08,528 --> 00:15:10,947 What 33, moron? I'm 23! 140 00:15:11,073 --> 00:15:14,701 You hear that? Good God! 141 00:15:16,870 --> 00:15:20,290 Get an education, man. Just look at me. 142 00:15:20,499 --> 00:15:25,212 Even with just four classes at a time, I’m nearly done. 143 00:15:27,047 --> 00:15:30,717 It just takes persistence and, of course, a little brain power. 144 00:15:31,093 --> 00:15:33,178 How far did you get in school? 145 00:15:33,303 --> 00:15:35,138 I only finished elementary school. 146 00:15:35,597 --> 00:15:39,017 Elementary school? Then that'd be kinda tough. 147 00:15:39,393 --> 00:15:43,188 You too Benny: Go back to school before you shrivel up. 148 00:15:43,313 --> 00:15:46,274 There's no future in this hellhole. 149 00:15:46,775 --> 00:15:47,818 See you later! 150 00:15:48,276 --> 00:15:50,946 Bye. Study well, son. 151 00:15:51,071 --> 00:15:53,740 Protect that bald spot from the cold night air. 152 00:15:53,907 --> 00:15:55,200 Assholes! 153 00:15:58,245 --> 00:16:00,622 I gotta hand it to Imo. 154 00:16:14,094 --> 00:16:16,304 The fool's got ambition. 155 00:16:17,180 --> 00:16:20,559 But this life's okay for me. I got no problems. 156 00:16:21,977 --> 00:16:24,104 What do you say? 157 00:16:25,313 --> 00:16:26,565 Nothing much. 158 00:16:26,773 --> 00:16:28,608 What do you mean, nothing much? 159 00:16:28,900 --> 00:16:30,652 What are you asking? 160 00:16:30,819 --> 00:16:32,863 What are you doing here? 161 00:16:33,905 --> 00:16:36,908 - I don't know. - Run away from home? 162 00:16:38,618 --> 00:16:39,619 Yeah. 163 00:16:39,786 --> 00:16:42,247 Same with me. I ran away too. 164 00:16:42,456 --> 00:16:44,458 About two years ago. 165 00:16:44,791 --> 00:16:46,585 I'm from Cebu. 166 00:16:46,710 --> 00:16:49,004 But now I'm a Manila boy. 167 00:16:49,129 --> 00:16:51,923 With a thick Visayan accent! 168 00:16:52,674 --> 00:16:54,551 It's hot! 169 00:16:57,804 --> 00:17:02,767 Someday it will be more than chuck steak and liver for me. 170 00:17:02,893 --> 00:17:05,479 The food's better back home. 171 00:17:05,604 --> 00:17:07,397 They why not go home? 172 00:17:07,522 --> 00:17:09,983 I think about it sometimes, but -- 173 00:17:10,150 --> 00:17:12,652 What would you do there? 174 00:17:12,777 --> 00:17:16,615 Plow the land. But then I have second thoughts. 175 00:17:16,740 --> 00:17:18,867 Life's still better here. 176 00:17:19,034 --> 00:17:21,620 Right. With the hardships come the pleasures. 177 00:17:21,786 --> 00:17:25,624 Here, with three pesos in your pocket, you can be happy. 178 00:17:25,874 --> 00:17:30,003 It's true. Lots of places to go, and lots of women! 179 00:17:30,253 --> 00:17:33,173 Not just that. Life here may be hard, 180 00:17:33,340 --> 00:17:37,469 but there's always a chance you'll hit the jackpot. 181 00:17:37,677 --> 00:17:41,973 Like me. If I make it as a singer here, I'll make it big time! 182 00:17:42,098 --> 00:17:44,351 - If you get lucky. - I will! 183 00:17:44,476 --> 00:17:46,520 Back home if you're born with the plow, 184 00:17:46,686 --> 00:17:47,896 you die with the plow. 185 00:17:48,063 --> 00:17:50,190 Then it's settled. I'll take her to Manila. 186 00:17:50,774 --> 00:17:53,610 Hear that? She's taking you to Manila. 187 00:17:55,278 --> 00:17:57,197 The work's easy, 188 00:17:57,364 --> 00:18:00,116 and there are lots of other girls from here. 189 00:18:00,242 --> 00:18:03,578 You get free food while making 30 pesos a month. 190 00:18:03,703 --> 00:18:05,622 Just think about it. 191 00:18:05,747 --> 00:18:09,751 God knows you'll never earn that kind of money here. 192 00:18:10,085 --> 00:18:12,796 I'll even send you to school. 193 00:18:13,213 --> 00:18:15,799 Hear that? Think about it. 194 00:18:16,716 --> 00:18:21,805 You can send money home for your siblings education. 195 00:18:26,017 --> 00:18:28,562 Madiaga! Get off your ass! 196 00:18:31,940 --> 00:18:33,567 Where's Imo? 197 00:18:37,070 --> 00:18:38,071 Why are you late? 198 00:18:38,905 --> 00:18:41,825 Just looking for the chief electrician. 199 00:18:42,409 --> 00:18:45,370 Why? You work for him now? 200 00:18:45,745 --> 00:18:48,373 Just returning his newspaper. 201 00:18:48,498 --> 00:18:51,751 Do I pay you to read? Get to work! 202 00:18:52,294 --> 00:18:54,129 Lazy bums! 203 00:18:54,421 --> 00:18:56,298 You're being paid to work! 204 00:19:06,933 --> 00:19:08,685 Sing it, man! 205 00:19:12,397 --> 00:19:15,275 Hey! It's too early for that. 206 00:19:22,490 --> 00:19:26,411 Now you can sing all you want! 207 00:19:26,786 --> 00:19:28,330 Any requests? 208 00:19:28,622 --> 00:19:30,582 I was kidding, idiot! 209 00:19:30,915 --> 00:19:33,752 - What will it be? - Sing "Thirst.' 210 00:19:33,918 --> 00:19:35,503 "Thirst'? 211 00:19:37,505 --> 00:19:46,014 My broken heart grieves 212 00:19:46,139 --> 00:19:47,557 Sing it! 213 00:19:50,810 --> 00:19:52,062 Watch out! 214 00:20:09,371 --> 00:20:10,997 Let's go! Quick! 215 00:20:24,594 --> 00:20:27,889 That's what happens when you fool around. 216 00:20:28,056 --> 00:20:29,849 Move him slowly. 217 00:20:30,016 --> 00:20:31,434 Careful with his head. 218 00:20:32,727 --> 00:20:33,853 Is he dead? 219 00:20:33,978 --> 00:20:37,023 - Call a cab, quick! - Makati Medical Center? 220 00:20:37,190 --> 00:20:39,234 No, take him where it's free! 221 00:20:39,484 --> 00:20:41,194 Just hurry! 222 00:20:41,319 --> 00:20:43,196 Hurry up! 223 00:20:45,031 --> 00:20:46,908 Careful with his head. 224 00:20:48,201 --> 00:20:51,037 Make way! Get him to the hospital. 225 00:21:05,009 --> 00:21:07,971 What are you men looking at? 226 00:21:08,763 --> 00:21:10,390 You slacking off? 227 00:21:10,932 --> 00:21:12,016 Go on! 228 00:21:12,434 --> 00:21:14,185 Back to work! 229 00:21:14,561 --> 00:21:15,895 You too! 230 00:21:16,813 --> 00:21:18,440 Back to work! 231 00:21:18,898 --> 00:21:21,234 Useless bums! 232 00:21:24,320 --> 00:21:27,073 What about you? Get back to work. 233 00:21:30,785 --> 00:21:32,746 That goes for all of you. 234 00:21:37,041 --> 00:21:39,419 Why are you sitting around? 235 00:21:39,586 --> 00:21:40,754 No reason, sir. 236 00:21:40,879 --> 00:21:43,047 - Get back to work. - Yes, sir. 237 00:22:00,774 --> 00:22:03,234 Take your shoes off a minute. 238 00:22:04,944 --> 00:22:07,864 - Lucky it's just your foot. - Yeah. 239 00:22:09,783 --> 00:22:11,284 Poor Benny. 240 00:22:11,785 --> 00:22:13,787 He was too happy-go-lucky. 241 00:22:18,041 --> 00:22:20,210 Hold it! That hurts! 242 00:22:20,335 --> 00:22:22,712 It's swollen. Maybe you should go home. 243 00:22:22,837 --> 00:22:24,672 It could get worse. 244 00:22:24,798 --> 00:22:26,341 I'll just deal with it. 245 00:22:26,841 --> 00:22:30,970 I can't lose a half-day's pay. That's 1.75 pesos. 246 00:22:40,313 --> 00:22:41,815 He's dead. 247 00:22:43,650 --> 00:22:45,401 What happens to him now? 248 00:22:47,195 --> 00:22:50,156 Nothing! He's dead. Finished. 249 00:22:50,865 --> 00:22:52,867 Has he got relatives here? 250 00:22:53,910 --> 00:22:55,286 No. 251 00:22:56,496 --> 00:22:59,249 If no one claims his body from the morgue 252 00:22:59,374 --> 00:23:03,795 they’ll probably sell it to a school to be dissected by medical students. 253 00:23:03,920 --> 00:23:05,797 Lay off the wheelbarrow. 254 00:23:05,922 --> 00:23:09,092 Stick to shoveling. Your foot could get worse. 255 00:23:09,217 --> 00:23:10,718 Thanks, man. 256 00:23:35,660 --> 00:23:38,204 This is where we live. We're just squatters. 257 00:23:38,371 --> 00:23:40,373 Who do you live with? 258 00:23:40,748 --> 00:23:42,542 My father and sister. 259 00:23:42,709 --> 00:23:46,212 - And your mother? - She's dead. 260 00:23:48,673 --> 00:23:52,343 - What's it like living here? - You get used to it. 261 00:23:52,468 --> 00:23:54,762 We get by somehow. 262 00:23:55,054 --> 00:23:57,056 The canal's really black. 263 00:23:57,307 --> 00:23:59,601 They're all like that. 264 00:24:00,018 --> 00:24:03,479 - Atong what happened? - Some boards fell on my foot. 265 00:24:03,605 --> 00:24:05,315 - Be more careful. - I will. 266 00:24:11,571 --> 00:24:15,074 - Off to work early? - It's hard to find a cab. 267 00:24:15,366 --> 00:24:18,369 - So pretty today! - Mind your own business! 268 00:24:18,494 --> 00:24:21,414 Just looking at the water makes me itch. 269 00:24:21,539 --> 00:24:24,751 - What happened to you, Atong? - Accident at work. 270 00:24:34,260 --> 00:24:36,387 Eat up. Don't be shy. 271 00:24:36,596 --> 00:24:39,515 We may be poor but we manage to eat. 272 00:24:40,266 --> 00:24:41,893 What about Perla? 273 00:24:42,101 --> 00:24:45,104 She'll eat after she feeds Father. 274 00:24:56,199 --> 00:24:59,285 Look at those kids. Not a care in the world. 275 00:24:59,827 --> 00:25:04,165 That won't last long. Wait till they grow up. 276 00:25:10,129 --> 00:25:12,298 Julio, you're taking too long! 277 00:25:12,465 --> 00:25:14,968 I'm pushing as hard as I can! 278 00:25:20,348 --> 00:25:22,141 Julio, stop that! 279 00:25:23,142 --> 00:25:24,852 My father's paralyzed. 280 00:25:25,478 --> 00:25:27,939 He was shot in the spine. 281 00:25:28,940 --> 00:25:30,650 How did he get shot? 282 00:25:32,068 --> 00:25:34,237 Our land was taken from us. 283 00:25:35,238 --> 00:25:39,283 We used to farm 12 acres in Quezon City. 284 00:25:42,870 --> 00:25:46,499 Until Giazon a Spanish millionaire, seized it. 285 00:25:47,333 --> 00:25:49,002 We lost the dispute. 286 00:25:50,044 --> 00:25:53,798 We were ordered to leave, but we refused. 287 00:25:54,340 --> 00:25:58,177 Father was stubborn. Said they'd have to kill him first. 288 00:25:59,053 --> 00:26:03,266 When the bulldozer came, he charged with his bolo knife. 289 00:26:05,685 --> 00:26:07,854 One of Giazon's men shot him. 290 00:26:08,229 --> 00:26:10,857 How could they take it if it was rightfully yours? 291 00:26:11,649 --> 00:26:14,277 We didn't have papers to prove ownership. 292 00:26:14,527 --> 00:26:16,154 But Giazon did. 293 00:26:16,571 --> 00:26:21,159 Father insisted the land had always been in our family. 294 00:26:21,743 --> 00:26:24,704 Our ancestors had been born there. 295 00:26:25,705 --> 00:26:27,206 But it didn't matter. 296 00:26:27,957 --> 00:26:29,709 We still lost the case. 297 00:27:16,547 --> 00:27:18,091 Duck eggs! 298 00:27:19,717 --> 00:27:22,303 Want a Chinese girl? Still in school. Very young. 299 00:27:22,512 --> 00:27:24,972 It's your lucky day. How about it? 300 00:27:25,431 --> 00:27:27,892 She'll give you a manicure, a pedicure, the works. 301 00:27:28,059 --> 00:27:29,769 She's really good. 302 00:27:33,773 --> 00:27:36,943 Here comes the accountant with our pay! 303 00:27:50,957 --> 00:27:52,500 Line up. 304 00:28:12,895 --> 00:28:15,940 I'm afraid the contractor's got no funds again. 305 00:28:16,983 --> 00:28:19,193 Then it's "taiwan' again! 306 00:28:20,153 --> 00:28:21,487 Quiet! 307 00:28:21,988 --> 00:28:24,073 It's better than nothing. 308 00:28:24,198 --> 00:28:27,618 Then "taiwan' it is. 309 00:28:41,299 --> 00:28:44,135 - Six pesos? - Yes, that's my last price. 310 00:28:44,260 --> 00:28:45,887 Make it 1.50. 311 00:28:46,846 --> 00:28:49,640 I say six and you say 1.50? 312 00:28:49,765 --> 00:28:52,518 You're not buying dried fish! Go somewhere else. 313 00:28:52,685 --> 00:28:54,604 I'm just trying to bargain! 314 00:28:54,729 --> 00:28:56,856 - You call that bargaining? - Fine! 315 00:28:56,981 --> 00:28:59,775 I don't want your money. You can shove it! 316 00:28:59,901 --> 00:29:02,695 You're wasting my time. - I don't want it anyway! 317 00:29:02,862 --> 00:29:04,238 - Bitch! - You're the bitch! 318 00:29:04,363 --> 00:29:06,240 - Ugly witch! - You're uglier! 319 00:29:06,365 --> 00:29:07,867 - Come here! - Wanna fight? 320 00:29:07,992 --> 00:29:09,869 Get out of here! 321 00:29:10,036 --> 00:29:12,330 Go shop at the flea market! 322 00:29:13,331 --> 00:29:16,292 - Bitch! - You're the bitch! 323 00:29:16,417 --> 00:29:18,252 - Stuck-up old hag! - Pest! 324 00:29:18,377 --> 00:29:20,004 Ma'am... 325 00:29:21,047 --> 00:29:22,548 Sorry about that. 326 00:29:22,673 --> 00:29:24,717 How much for this? 327 00:29:24,884 --> 00:29:26,928 Nine pesos. That's my best price. 328 00:29:27,261 --> 00:29:31,265 I'll give you six. The fabric's kinda thin. 329 00:29:31,390 --> 00:29:34,852 That's too low. Eight and it's yours. 330 00:29:35,102 --> 00:29:37,230 That's still too much. Make it six. 331 00:29:37,355 --> 00:29:40,650 - This is nice fabric. - Can't afford it. Let's go. 332 00:29:40,816 --> 00:29:44,237 I'll make no profit at six pesos. 333 00:29:45,279 --> 00:29:47,240 Sir, come back! 334 00:29:47,406 --> 00:29:49,242 How about seven? 335 00:29:49,367 --> 00:29:50,868 6.50. 336 00:29:50,993 --> 00:29:53,579 Seven is the lowest I go. 337 00:29:53,871 --> 00:29:56,749 Wait! How about 6.80? 338 00:29:56,916 --> 00:29:58,834 I'm sure we can agree on that. 339 00:30:01,212 --> 00:30:02,755 Okay, wrap it up. 340 00:30:03,005 --> 00:30:07,677 You're lucky we're closing soon. I'm taking a loss. 341 00:30:36,414 --> 00:30:37,832 Julio? 342 00:31:19,749 --> 00:31:21,667 Mrs. Cruz! 343 00:31:21,792 --> 00:31:23,836 Police! 344 00:31:34,347 --> 00:31:36,265 What's wrong? Julio! 345 00:31:41,771 --> 00:31:43,272 Thanks. 346 00:31:46,525 --> 00:31:48,319 Why did you run after that woman? 347 00:31:48,444 --> 00:31:50,446 She looked like the woman who took Ligaya. 348 00:31:51,197 --> 00:31:53,115 Who's Ligaya? 349 00:31:53,324 --> 00:31:55,534 This is just between you and me. 350 00:31:55,659 --> 00:31:57,703 Ligaya's my girl from back home. 351 00:31:58,454 --> 00:32:00,539 And the woman you were chasing? 352 00:32:01,749 --> 00:32:04,585 She looked like the woman who brought Ligaya here. 353 00:32:04,710 --> 00:32:08,214 I didn't know her but they called her Mrs. Cruz. 354 00:32:08,547 --> 00:32:11,384 She was fat, like the woman I ran after. 355 00:32:12,051 --> 00:32:16,514 Mrs. Cruz came to our town looking for young girls. 356 00:32:16,972 --> 00:32:19,767 She said they'd be factory workers in Manila, 357 00:32:20,226 --> 00:32:22,561 and they could go to school too. 358 00:32:22,812 --> 00:32:25,189 She recruited three girls from our town. 359 00:32:26,565 --> 00:32:28,692 One of them was my girlfriend. 360 00:32:29,902 --> 00:32:31,570 Where is she now? 361 00:32:32,905 --> 00:32:35,866 I don't know. I mean, I'm not sure. 362 00:32:36,242 --> 00:32:38,369 Does your family know you're here in Manila? 363 00:32:38,494 --> 00:32:40,746 No. I left without telling anyone. 364 00:32:40,996 --> 00:32:43,749 Your mother must be worried about you. 365 00:32:43,916 --> 00:32:46,419 My parents died a long time ago. 366 00:32:48,421 --> 00:32:51,549 The four of us kids were still young. 367 00:32:54,093 --> 00:32:56,929 We got split up among aunts and uncles. 368 00:32:58,222 --> 00:32:59,932 We grew up separately. 369 00:33:00,099 --> 00:33:04,603 I ended up with a cantankerous uncle who liked his coconut liquor. 370 00:33:05,104 --> 00:33:07,982 He got abusive whenever he drank. 371 00:33:08,357 --> 00:33:10,818 - What now? - What do you mean? 372 00:33:11,277 --> 00:33:13,112 What are you going to do? 373 00:33:13,696 --> 00:33:15,030 I don't know. 374 00:33:25,499 --> 00:33:27,126 What's wrong, man? 375 00:33:28,169 --> 00:33:29,920 I lost all my money. 376 00:33:30,212 --> 00:33:31,630 How? 377 00:33:31,797 --> 00:33:34,008 Someone brought a woman in here. 378 00:33:34,717 --> 00:33:36,677 At first only Enteng was interested. 379 00:33:36,886 --> 00:33:38,596 I really wasn't. 380 00:33:38,888 --> 00:33:41,182 But when the show started, 381 00:33:41,807 --> 00:33:44,810 I got horny and lost all control. 382 00:33:44,977 --> 00:33:47,480 They pushed it in my face! 383 00:33:47,605 --> 00:33:50,232 Like the devil himself jumped on my back. 384 00:33:50,357 --> 00:33:53,027 - Where's this going on? - Over there. 385 00:33:53,152 --> 00:33:56,155 Gido just finished. He was sixth in line. 386 00:34:04,288 --> 00:34:08,125 - Isn't that forbidden here? - Try stopping them now! 387 00:34:09,126 --> 00:34:10,836 How did they get in here? 388 00:34:11,170 --> 00:34:13,339 The guard must have let them in. 389 00:34:13,464 --> 00:34:17,301 Goddamn it! Why'd they let those devils in? 390 00:34:21,347 --> 00:34:22,848 Buddy... 391 00:34:23,641 --> 00:34:25,601 you got any money to spare? 392 00:34:25,893 --> 00:34:29,396 I really need to buy an exam book for tomorrow. 393 00:34:30,648 --> 00:34:33,317 Here's three pesos. 394 00:34:35,945 --> 00:34:38,739 - Will you be okay? - Don't worry about it. 395 00:34:40,199 --> 00:34:43,202 Thanks. Sorry to even ask... 396 00:34:43,619 --> 00:34:45,538 but I really need it. 397 00:34:45,996 --> 00:34:48,040 Till next payday. - Okay. 398 00:35:57,735 --> 00:36:00,195 How was it, man? Good? 399 00:36:00,487 --> 00:36:03,115 Great. I'm off to wash up! 400 00:36:08,704 --> 00:36:11,415 How about you, my friend? You want some? 401 00:36:11,832 --> 00:36:14,752 Cheap, like I charged your friends. 402 00:36:14,877 --> 00:36:17,004 Look, he's the last one. 403 00:36:17,838 --> 00:36:19,298 Come here! 404 00:36:21,091 --> 00:36:23,552 Get a load of that body! 405 00:36:29,808 --> 00:36:32,311 Take a look, buddy. 406 00:36:33,896 --> 00:36:35,898 Not interested? - No. 407 00:36:36,148 --> 00:36:38,484 - You may be sorry. - No. 408 00:36:39,068 --> 00:36:42,196 Whatever you say. Your loss. 409 00:37:15,145 --> 00:37:16,730 Listen up! 410 00:37:18,732 --> 00:37:21,151 The building's almost finished. 411 00:37:22,486 --> 00:37:24,238 As you all know... 412 00:37:24,613 --> 00:37:27,282 I have to let some of you go. 413 00:37:28,826 --> 00:37:32,538 Some of you are no longer needed. 414 00:37:34,206 --> 00:37:38,794 If I call your name sorry, but that's how it is. 415 00:38:26,800 --> 00:38:28,802 What's going on? 416 00:38:40,481 --> 00:38:43,859 You broke it! Just leave! I'll clean it up. 417 00:38:44,067 --> 00:38:47,654 So careless! Cost me money. 418 00:39:36,829 --> 00:39:40,415 Buddy, what happened to your girl? 419 00:39:40,707 --> 00:39:42,042 What girl? 420 00:39:42,167 --> 00:39:44,419 Ligaya, right? 421 00:39:45,504 --> 00:39:47,256 Who told you about her? 422 00:39:48,173 --> 00:39:49,716 Atong. 423 00:39:53,887 --> 00:39:56,974 Ligaya's been my girlfriend for a long time now. 424 00:39:58,559 --> 00:40:00,644 But her mother didn't approve of me. 425 00:40:01,019 --> 00:40:03,063 Said I was just a fisherman. 426 00:40:03,188 --> 00:40:05,315 Her mother had high hopes for her. 427 00:40:05,691 --> 00:40:08,652 One day this Mrs. Cruz came to our town. 428 00:40:08,777 --> 00:40:11,238 Fat woman. Looked like a pig. 429 00:40:11,864 --> 00:40:15,617 She was looking for girls who wanted to work in Manila. 430 00:40:15,951 --> 00:40:18,120 She guaranteed them work. 431 00:40:18,245 --> 00:40:20,747 Said she'd send them to school too. 432 00:40:21,623 --> 00:40:25,669 She told stories about the good life in Manila. 433 00:40:26,587 --> 00:40:28,672 Especially for the pretty ones. 434 00:40:30,132 --> 00:40:33,468 She convinced Ligaya's mother to send her 435 00:40:33,594 --> 00:40:35,721 to Manila. 436 00:40:35,929 --> 00:40:40,517 Ligaya was reluctant, but she was also curious about Manila. 437 00:40:41,643 --> 00:40:45,022 She even asked me to go with her. 438 00:40:45,647 --> 00:40:48,317 She only wrote me once. 439 00:40:49,776 --> 00:40:53,488 I wrote her a few letters, but she never wrote back. 440 00:40:55,449 --> 00:40:58,869 One day a letter arrived at Ligaya's house. 441 00:40:59,786 --> 00:41:01,747 Her mother was in tears. 442 00:41:03,373 --> 00:41:05,375 It said Ligaya was missing. 443 00:41:05,876 --> 00:41:09,713 Mrs. Cruz wrote that Ligaya had run off without notice... 444 00:41:10,213 --> 00:41:14,426 and that she was missing a pair of diamond earrings. 445 00:41:15,344 --> 00:41:17,930 She said Ligaya had no sense of gratitude. 446 00:41:18,931 --> 00:41:21,141 That filthy pig. 447 00:41:22,434 --> 00:41:24,102 Where's your girl now? 448 00:41:25,646 --> 00:41:27,689 That's why I came to Manila. 449 00:41:28,607 --> 00:41:30,817 I had a lot of money at first: 450 00:41:31,068 --> 00:41:32,611 137 pesos. 451 00:41:35,155 --> 00:41:36,490 I searched all over... 452 00:41:37,616 --> 00:41:38,659 but... 453 00:41:40,994 --> 00:41:42,746 no sign of Ligaya. 454 00:41:45,415 --> 00:41:48,752 I must have scoured every corner of the city. 455 00:41:49,795 --> 00:41:52,214 One day, in Pandacan... 456 00:41:52,631 --> 00:41:55,717 I got mugged by a gang of guys. 457 00:41:56,802 --> 00:41:59,137 Luckily they didn't take my diary. 458 00:41:59,346 --> 00:42:01,640 It's where I keep Ligaya's only letter. 459 00:42:01,807 --> 00:42:03,308 What did you do then? 460 00:42:03,433 --> 00:42:05,310 What else could I do? 461 00:42:05,477 --> 00:42:08,522 I couldn't look for her on an empty stomach. 462 00:42:09,314 --> 00:42:12,484 Luckily I found construction work in Cubao. 463 00:42:12,985 --> 00:42:16,530 A big new building just like this one was going up. 464 00:42:16,655 --> 00:42:20,409 There I became friends with Pol, a coworker. 465 00:42:20,701 --> 00:42:23,161 He goes to school too, like you. 466 00:42:24,121 --> 00:42:26,665 I told him about Ligaya. 467 00:42:27,624 --> 00:42:29,126 He said... 468 00:42:30,043 --> 00:42:33,171 "Mrs. Cruz" was probably just an alias 469 00:42:33,505 --> 00:42:37,342 that the woman uses when she's on the prowl for girls. 470 00:42:38,093 --> 00:42:41,888 He said, "Ligaya's probably pretty, right?" 471 00:42:43,181 --> 00:42:44,850 I said... 472 00:42:45,517 --> 00:42:47,519 "Yes, Ligaya's beautiful.' 473 00:42:49,938 --> 00:42:51,815 To me, she's the most beautiful woman. 474 00:42:53,483 --> 00:42:55,527 The most beautiful girl in our town. 475 00:42:57,946 --> 00:43:00,157 I took Pol's advice... 476 00:43:00,949 --> 00:43:03,035 and went to Doroteo Jose Street. 477 00:43:03,952 --> 00:43:05,579 I got lucky. 478 00:43:06,288 --> 00:43:10,083 My very first day watching there, I spotted Mrs. Cruz. 479 00:43:11,710 --> 00:43:13,545 She looked like a pig. 480 00:43:14,254 --> 00:43:17,215 Probably has the soul of a pig too. 481 00:43:19,217 --> 00:43:21,720 I followed her everywhere she went... 482 00:43:22,054 --> 00:43:23,597 but... 483 00:43:25,390 --> 00:43:27,059 nothing came of it. 484 00:43:28,435 --> 00:43:30,771 Then one day I followed her again... 485 00:43:31,897 --> 00:43:36,026 to the Santa Cruz district to a block on Misericordia. 486 00:43:38,737 --> 00:43:44,159 There she entered a building with a sign that said "Chua Tek." 487 00:43:45,327 --> 00:43:46,870 I waited. 488 00:43:49,581 --> 00:43:51,249 Probably half an hour. 489 00:43:53,335 --> 00:43:57,380 After she left, I went up to the door. 490 00:44:21,780 --> 00:44:22,989 Yes? 491 00:44:23,115 --> 00:44:24,741 Is Ligaya here? 492 00:44:24,866 --> 00:44:27,786 - Ligaya who? - Ligaya Paraiso. 493 00:44:28,662 --> 00:44:32,999 I don't know the name of the master's wife. I'm new here. 494 00:44:33,125 --> 00:44:34,960 Who is it? 495 00:44:35,127 --> 00:44:38,463 He's looking for someone named Ligaya Paraiso. 496 00:44:38,755 --> 00:44:41,466 There's no one here by that name! 497 00:44:42,676 --> 00:44:45,804 What do you plan to do if it's really her? 498 00:44:45,971 --> 00:44:47,764 I've been thinking. 499 00:44:48,431 --> 00:44:51,309 Could I ask the police to help? 500 00:44:51,685 --> 00:44:54,312 The police? Are you crazy? 501 00:44:54,479 --> 00:44:56,189 You can't do that, 502 00:44:56,314 --> 00:44:59,234 especially if she's already married to that Chinese guy. 503 00:44:59,401 --> 00:45:02,070 You'd have a tough time getting her back. 504 00:45:02,529 --> 00:45:04,614 Maybe if you had money. 505 00:45:05,282 --> 00:45:07,159 But the guy's Chinese. 506 00:45:07,909 --> 00:45:10,412 They always have lots of money. 507 00:45:10,704 --> 00:45:12,998 By the way... 508 00:45:13,206 --> 00:45:15,834 could you work for me tomorrow? 509 00:45:15,959 --> 00:45:17,878 I have an important appointment. 510 00:45:18,170 --> 00:45:21,756 - You should tell Mr. Balajadia. - No he'd just get mad. 511 00:45:21,882 --> 00:45:23,842 He'd never let me go. 512 00:45:23,967 --> 00:45:26,761 But I gotta skip work for that appointment. 513 00:45:26,928 --> 00:45:29,514 What'll I tell Mr. Balajadia? 514 00:45:29,681 --> 00:45:34,019 Tell him I had to go to a relative's funeral. 515 00:45:34,477 --> 00:45:36,146 Really? Who died? 516 00:45:36,313 --> 00:45:38,857 No one! I just made that up. 517 00:45:39,691 --> 00:45:42,694 I'm applying for a new job tomorrow. - Where? 518 00:45:43,236 --> 00:45:45,488 An advertising company. 519 00:46:02,631 --> 00:46:04,883 Hey, man. 520 00:46:08,428 --> 00:46:10,555 You can't sleep here anymore. 521 00:46:10,889 --> 00:46:12,307 Why not? 522 00:46:12,599 --> 00:46:14,392 According to the contractor, 523 00:46:14,559 --> 00:46:17,520 laid-off workers can't sleep here anymore. 524 00:46:17,646 --> 00:46:20,440 Contractor's orders. That's why I'm here. 525 00:46:20,774 --> 00:46:22,817 Where will you sleep tonight? 526 00:46:23,401 --> 00:46:26,238 I don't know. Anywhere I can. 527 00:46:26,529 --> 00:46:30,033 I wish I could take you in, but theres no room. 528 00:46:30,158 --> 00:46:31,993 I've got six kids. 529 00:46:34,079 --> 00:46:36,081 Come sleep at my place. 530 00:46:37,082 --> 00:46:39,042 I was hoping you'd say that. 531 00:46:40,043 --> 00:46:43,588 What about tomorrow? What are you gonna do? 532 00:46:44,589 --> 00:46:46,049 I'll see. 533 00:46:47,926 --> 00:46:51,012 Its tough luck with Christmas practically here. 534 00:46:57,352 --> 00:47:00,981 I'm saving up my salary for Christmas. 535 00:47:01,606 --> 00:47:05,235 I can finally buy Perla new shoes and a new dress. 536 00:47:05,527 --> 00:47:08,989 She hasn't had anything new in a long time. 537 00:47:09,322 --> 00:47:13,285 She has to look sharp this Christmas, right? 538 00:47:13,868 --> 00:47:15,328 Yeah. 539 00:47:18,707 --> 00:47:21,334 What are you paid for overtime? 540 00:47:21,835 --> 00:47:24,296 Same as the regular rate. 541 00:47:24,462 --> 00:47:26,464 It's like a half-day's pay. 542 00:47:26,631 --> 00:47:28,800 It's just another four hours. 543 00:47:29,467 --> 00:47:31,970 Shouldn't overtime pay be higher? 544 00:47:32,345 --> 00:47:33,972 It should... 545 00:47:34,139 --> 00:47:36,933 but our contractor doesn't follow the rules. 546 00:47:37,475 --> 00:47:39,311 If you tell Fatso that... 547 00:47:39,436 --> 00:47:42,480 he'll say he's not forcing you to work overtime. 548 00:47:44,357 --> 00:47:45,984 Doesn't matter. 549 00:47:46,151 --> 00:47:48,236 Overtime's a big help. 550 00:47:52,198 --> 00:47:55,910 Man that lucky guys gonna have a merry Christmas! 551 00:47:58,204 --> 00:47:59,622 What guy? 552 00:47:59,748 --> 00:48:01,249 Imo. 553 00:48:01,583 --> 00:48:03,168 The lucky bastard! 554 00:48:04,919 --> 00:48:07,797 Some people have all the luck. 555 00:48:08,089 --> 00:48:09,716 How much they pay you? 556 00:48:10,884 --> 00:48:13,261 250 pesos, man! 557 00:48:13,845 --> 00:48:16,973 Imagine! 250 pesos! 558 00:48:17,349 --> 00:48:20,352 When will we ever see that kind of money? 559 00:48:22,854 --> 00:48:24,022 Oh, well. 560 00:48:25,148 --> 00:48:27,400 Some people really have all the luck. 561 00:48:35,075 --> 00:48:37,619 Just getting home? 562 00:48:37,786 --> 00:48:40,747 Lots of customers last night? - None of your business! 563 00:48:40,914 --> 00:48:43,666 - Let me have a feel. - Watch it! 564 00:48:43,792 --> 00:48:45,877 Dirty old man! 565 00:48:49,381 --> 00:48:54,010 Bastard! Your child's hungry! 566 00:48:54,219 --> 00:48:56,429 - Where will you go? - III see. 567 00:48:56,554 --> 00:48:59,557 Don't worry about me. Thanks for breakfast, Perla. 568 00:48:59,724 --> 00:49:01,935 - Come back soon. - Will do. 569 00:49:02,060 --> 00:49:03,895 Take care. 570 00:49:49,566 --> 00:49:51,776 But why go work in Manila? 571 00:49:52,527 --> 00:49:54,737 It's what Mother wants. 572 00:49:59,117 --> 00:50:02,871 And Mrs. Cruz says she'll send me to school there. 573 00:50:03,413 --> 00:50:05,290 Don't you want that? 574 00:50:05,623 --> 00:50:09,377 And she'll find me work. That means I can help Mother. 575 00:50:09,961 --> 00:50:13,131 Please say yes. I won't be there forever. 576 00:50:13,298 --> 00:50:14,799 Please... 577 00:50:15,133 --> 00:50:16,801 Something bad could happen. 578 00:50:16,926 --> 00:50:19,387 Don't worry. Edes and Sating are coming too. 579 00:50:19,554 --> 00:50:23,433 I've been looking for this kid. Sorry for the bother, sir. 580 00:50:26,311 --> 00:50:29,898 Thief! He stole my purse! Stop him! 581 00:50:30,064 --> 00:50:31,065 Thief! 582 00:50:31,191 --> 00:50:33,526 Someone call the cops! 583 00:50:33,693 --> 00:50:35,653 That's him! 584 00:50:35,820 --> 00:50:37,697 Help! 585 00:50:51,044 --> 00:50:53,463 Please! I won't do it again! 586 00:51:07,519 --> 00:51:09,604 Hey, mister! 587 00:51:10,730 --> 00:51:12,482 Thank you! 588 00:51:54,232 --> 00:51:58,736 Presenting Miss international: Aurora Piwan. 589 00:52:00,405 --> 00:52:02,782 You're so beautiful! 590 00:52:07,412 --> 00:52:09,247 A man... 591 00:52:09,831 --> 00:52:12,584 Fall in line! Quick! 592 00:52:17,964 --> 00:52:19,757 Hey, big boy! 593 00:52:20,592 --> 00:52:22,468 What a snob! 594 00:52:41,321 --> 00:52:43,906 Looks like our plans aren't happening. 595 00:52:45,700 --> 00:52:47,744 Here he is. 596 00:52:47,869 --> 00:52:50,455 Looks like he just got out of bed. 597 00:53:47,345 --> 00:53:49,013 What do you want? 598 00:53:49,847 --> 00:53:51,349 Nothing. 599 00:53:57,647 --> 00:53:59,691 Got a light, buddy? 600 00:54:03,695 --> 00:54:05,655 You hang around here? 601 00:54:08,199 --> 00:54:10,159 Why are you here? 602 00:54:10,618 --> 00:54:12,120 No reason. 603 00:54:19,544 --> 00:54:21,879 I thought you didn't have a light. 604 00:54:22,714 --> 00:54:24,632 I was kidding. 605 00:54:25,091 --> 00:54:27,927 Just being cautious with a stranger. Cigarette? 606 00:54:38,730 --> 00:54:40,440 It's not safe around here. 607 00:54:41,107 --> 00:54:43,025 Especially if you're alone. 608 00:54:43,818 --> 00:54:45,486 Lots of pickpockets around. 609 00:54:46,696 --> 00:54:48,740 I have nothing worth stealing. 610 00:54:49,115 --> 00:54:51,284 Why are you alone? 611 00:54:51,492 --> 00:54:54,746 I know lots of people here. I have lots of friends. 612 00:54:57,248 --> 00:54:59,041 What's your name anyway? 613 00:54:59,584 --> 00:55:02,253 I'm Bobby Reyes. 614 00:55:03,421 --> 00:55:05,465 I'm Julio. Madiaga. 615 00:55:08,384 --> 00:55:10,261 Any plans tonight? 616 00:55:11,304 --> 00:55:13,014 No. 617 00:55:13,848 --> 00:55:16,058 Wanna have a good time? 618 00:55:16,184 --> 00:55:18,936 No, thanks. I'm broke. 619 00:55:19,437 --> 00:55:20,938 Leave that to me. 620 00:55:21,856 --> 00:55:24,400 Thanks. I just want to rest here. 621 00:55:26,402 --> 00:55:28,112 It's dangerous around here. 622 00:55:28,905 --> 00:55:31,115 You could end up in jail. 623 00:55:33,326 --> 00:55:36,370 Come to my apartment, if you like. 624 00:55:36,871 --> 00:55:38,581 It's in Ermita. 625 00:55:39,749 --> 00:55:42,418 What did you do in construction? 626 00:55:43,753 --> 00:55:46,798 - I was just a laborer. - What did you earn? 627 00:55:47,298 --> 00:55:50,426 2.50 a day, but four on paper. 628 00:55:50,635 --> 00:55:52,386 The foreman takes the difference. 629 00:55:53,054 --> 00:55:56,390 2.50 a day? How'd you survive? 630 00:55:56,974 --> 00:56:01,312 If you like, you can stay here until you find a place. 631 00:56:02,146 --> 00:56:05,525 Sure I won't be in the way? Your apartment's really nice. 632 00:56:05,691 --> 00:56:07,985 It's no problem. 633 00:56:08,736 --> 00:56:09,946 Don't you have family? 634 00:56:10,279 --> 00:56:12,323 They're in the province. 635 00:56:12,448 --> 00:56:16,494 I work here in Manila, but I visit them once a week. 636 00:56:17,453 --> 00:56:19,080 What's your work? 637 00:56:21,457 --> 00:56:23,084 I work in a nightclub. 638 00:56:23,251 --> 00:56:25,086 Could I work there too? 639 00:56:25,378 --> 00:56:28,464 That depends on you. You'd need nice clothes. 640 00:56:28,589 --> 00:56:30,216 Wait a minute. 641 00:56:30,758 --> 00:56:34,720 Here, try this shirt on. 642 00:56:36,764 --> 00:56:38,599 I can't just borrow your shirt. 643 00:56:38,933 --> 00:56:40,768 Don't worry about it. 644 00:56:40,977 --> 00:56:44,063 That shirt's kinda old, but it still looks good. 645 00:56:45,731 --> 00:56:48,860 Here, you can sleep on the floor for now. 646 00:56:49,402 --> 00:56:51,946 I feel kinda awkward. You sure? 647 00:56:54,073 --> 00:56:57,034 You're my guest, okay? 648 00:56:58,035 --> 00:56:59,203 Thanks. 649 00:57:15,553 --> 00:57:17,388 Go slow... 650 00:57:28,733 --> 00:57:29,984 See you later. 651 00:57:30,234 --> 00:57:32,111 Thanks, Bobby. I'll call you. 652 00:57:32,320 --> 00:57:33,738 Okay. 653 00:57:37,241 --> 00:57:38,993 A friend of mine. 654 00:57:44,874 --> 00:57:46,500 Thanks. 655 00:57:58,471 --> 00:58:00,097 Let's eat. 656 00:58:08,397 --> 00:58:11,359 Why don't you wear the shirt I gave you? 657 00:58:11,484 --> 00:58:13,945 I'm not going anywhere special. 658 00:58:18,950 --> 00:58:21,285 Who was that man? 659 00:58:24,413 --> 00:58:25,998 That's my work. 660 00:58:29,627 --> 00:58:32,588 Don't worry. I'm not queer... 661 00:58:33,130 --> 00:58:35,216 if that's what you're thinking. 662 00:58:36,884 --> 00:58:40,054 That's my job. I'm a call boy. 663 00:58:41,055 --> 00:58:42,598 What's a call boy? 664 00:58:44,350 --> 00:58:48,354 What do you call women who sell their bodies? 665 00:58:48,521 --> 00:58:50,147 Whores. 666 00:58:50,982 --> 00:58:54,860 What would you call men who do the same? 667 00:58:56,112 --> 00:58:57,488 "Man-whores'? 668 00:59:01,283 --> 00:59:04,328 Think I could afford all this otherwise? 669 00:59:05,162 --> 00:59:06,831 What should I do? 670 00:59:07,331 --> 00:59:09,250 Work in construction? 671 00:59:11,335 --> 00:59:13,129 For 2.50 a day? 672 00:59:14,296 --> 00:59:15,715 No way, man. 673 00:59:16,674 --> 00:59:20,344 What's wrong with this? Our clients are people too. 674 00:59:22,888 --> 00:59:25,182 Could I afford to eat like this otherwise? 675 00:59:28,853 --> 00:59:30,521 Don't worry, man. 676 00:59:31,188 --> 00:59:33,482 I won't force you into this. 677 00:59:34,025 --> 00:59:37,528 But if you're looking for money, its no problem. 678 00:59:46,203 --> 00:59:50,458 You gotta have the stomach for where we're going. 679 00:59:51,167 --> 00:59:55,421 You worked in construction so you're probably tougher than me. 680 00:59:56,047 --> 00:59:59,967 - Where are we going? - Cesar's apartment. 681 01:00:00,384 --> 01:00:03,262 In one night you can make 20 pesos easy. 682 01:00:03,387 --> 01:00:06,265 More if you apply yourself. 683 01:00:17,401 --> 01:00:18,861 Just a minute. 684 01:00:19,904 --> 01:00:21,405 What's the matter? 685 01:00:28,788 --> 01:00:32,249 It's nothing. I thought I saw someone I knew. 686 01:00:32,458 --> 01:00:34,919 Come on, Mr. Peeping Tom! 687 01:00:40,716 --> 01:00:44,095 Come on in. Don't be nervous. 688 01:00:45,012 --> 01:00:47,723 Welcome to Scheherazade, the House of Pleasure! 689 01:00:47,848 --> 01:00:49,391 Bobby! 690 01:00:49,517 --> 01:00:52,311 Who's that gorgeous beauty with you? 691 01:00:52,436 --> 01:00:55,981 Come in, don't be shy. Welcome Bobby! 692 01:01:03,614 --> 01:01:07,159 This is our newest recruit, Julio. 693 01:01:07,284 --> 01:01:09,245 Julio, meet Pitay. 694 01:01:09,370 --> 01:01:10,955 This is Veronica. 695 01:01:11,413 --> 01:01:13,958 Meet our friends. This is Jerry. 696 01:01:15,126 --> 01:01:17,795 That's Bert, Perry... 697 01:01:18,087 --> 01:01:20,631 Edgar, Peter... 698 01:01:21,549 --> 01:01:22,716 Ricky... 699 01:01:22,842 --> 01:01:24,260 Lito, Pete... 700 01:01:24,385 --> 01:01:27,596 and lots of others, like Boy. 701 01:01:27,805 --> 01:01:29,849 Then there's Ricky and Romy... 702 01:01:30,683 --> 01:01:32,476 Just a sec. 703 01:01:39,984 --> 01:01:43,154 Call me back around 9:00, okay? 704 01:01:53,998 --> 01:01:56,584 Meet Cesar. He owns the place. 705 01:01:56,750 --> 01:01:58,460 This is Julio. 706 01:01:59,170 --> 01:02:00,838 How are you, Julio? 707 01:02:03,340 --> 01:02:04,925 All set? 708 01:02:05,593 --> 01:02:07,303 Is he ready? 709 01:02:17,354 --> 01:02:19,857 Come this way. The Jasmine Room is ready. 710 01:02:20,024 --> 01:02:23,235 - Veronica, any vacant rooms? - In a minute. 711 01:02:23,360 --> 01:02:25,487 I've been waiting forever. 712 01:02:37,082 --> 01:02:38,584 So... 713 01:02:39,710 --> 01:02:42,046 you want to work here? 714 01:02:42,588 --> 01:02:44,673 You know what to do? 715 01:02:52,598 --> 01:02:55,726 There's just one reason guys work here: 716 01:02:56,435 --> 01:02:58,020 money. 717 01:02:59,146 --> 01:03:02,107 If that's what you want, you can find it here. 718 01:03:02,233 --> 01:03:03,859 Easily. 719 01:03:04,151 --> 01:03:06,737 You just have to cooperate a bit. 720 01:03:55,119 --> 01:03:57,997 You needn't do anything you don't want to. 721 01:03:58,706 --> 01:04:00,207 You can always negotiate. 722 01:04:00,541 --> 01:04:02,126 They're done here. 723 01:04:02,459 --> 01:04:03,961 Next. 724 01:04:13,929 --> 01:04:15,431 Well? 725 01:04:20,477 --> 01:04:22,813 The first time's the hardest. 726 01:04:23,605 --> 01:04:27,818 Did he explain you don't have to do anything you don't want to? 727 01:04:29,278 --> 01:04:30,738 It's true. 728 01:04:30,863 --> 01:04:34,825 Pitay lets the customer know what you don't do. 729 01:04:38,996 --> 01:04:40,706 You'll be okay. 730 01:04:43,208 --> 01:04:47,713 Rikki welcome back! Come in, you fabulous thing! 731 01:04:49,006 --> 01:04:51,342 Sabrina! Welcome! 732 01:04:54,720 --> 01:04:57,139 Pitay, call the boys. 733 01:04:57,264 --> 01:04:59,433 We have lots of new discoveries! 734 01:04:59,558 --> 01:05:02,061 Come in, all of you. 735 01:05:05,230 --> 01:05:07,191 Choose anyone you want. 736 01:05:09,485 --> 01:05:11,945 Look at them. 737 01:05:12,071 --> 01:05:14,698 They'll all gorgeous! 738 01:05:19,411 --> 01:05:23,165 It's been a long time, Rikki. We've missed you so. 739 01:05:23,332 --> 01:05:24,833 Make your choice. 740 01:05:24,958 --> 01:05:29,880 Veronica and I made lots of new discoveries, 741 01:05:30,047 --> 01:05:32,591 superstars from all over the country. 742 01:05:32,716 --> 01:05:37,137 Edgar there does wonders with that mustache. 743 01:05:37,262 --> 01:05:39,807 And Perry -- what a body! 744 01:05:40,182 --> 01:05:43,769 Then there's Boy. Those long legs will drive you crazy. 745 01:05:44,019 --> 01:05:47,356 Latin-type Bobby, seasoned stud. 746 01:05:47,606 --> 01:05:49,525 Julio there is new. 747 01:05:49,733 --> 01:05:53,529 Then there's Peter and... 748 01:05:53,779 --> 01:05:55,697 Romy Tiongson. 749 01:05:55,823 --> 01:05:58,909 And these new arrivals, like Mario. 750 01:05:59,076 --> 01:06:01,370 There are so many! You'll have fun tonight! 751 01:06:01,495 --> 01:06:04,206 They've been gathered here tonight, 752 01:06:04,415 --> 01:06:06,917 so I want you to enjoy, my dear. 753 01:06:07,084 --> 01:06:09,503 Your puppy's having a fit! - I like him. 754 01:06:09,670 --> 01:06:11,922 That's Julio, our newest discovery. 755 01:06:12,464 --> 01:06:16,427 - Julio, our Mexican beauty! - Just my type. 756 01:06:16,593 --> 01:06:19,763 But we need to give him careful instructions, 757 01:06:19,888 --> 01:06:22,015 knowing how finicky you are! 758 01:06:22,141 --> 01:06:25,144 What room would you like? The Blue Room? 759 01:06:25,269 --> 01:06:27,938 Veronica, give Julio instructions. 760 01:06:28,063 --> 01:06:30,232 We mustn't disappoint Rikki. 761 01:06:30,357 --> 01:06:34,570 He hasn't been here in a long time. 762 01:06:36,113 --> 01:06:41,034 I'll get the Blue Room ready. 763 01:06:41,160 --> 01:06:43,120 Make it good, Julio. 764 01:06:43,287 --> 01:06:45,956 You hit the jackpot! You're his type! 765 01:06:46,748 --> 01:06:48,667 Finished, my dear? 766 01:06:48,792 --> 01:06:52,045 Give us a moment while we fix up the room. 767 01:06:52,880 --> 01:06:55,132 - What's your name? - Julio. 768 01:06:57,634 --> 01:06:59,094 How old are you? 769 01:06:59,344 --> 01:07:00,637 Twenty-one. 770 01:07:10,105 --> 01:07:11,398 What's wrong? 771 01:07:11,565 --> 01:07:13,317 I'm new at this. 772 01:07:14,318 --> 01:07:16,195 Right. I forgot. 773 01:07:16,653 --> 01:07:19,865 Come here. I'll work on you. 774 01:07:20,324 --> 01:07:22,910 Come on. Don't be shy. 775 01:07:23,327 --> 01:07:24,870 Come on. 776 01:07:24,995 --> 01:07:27,331 Don't be like that. 777 01:07:30,042 --> 01:07:32,544 Relax, huh? 778 01:07:35,672 --> 01:07:39,343 Bullet not there. I told you not to bother us. 779 01:07:39,551 --> 01:07:41,303 You're very naughty! 780 01:07:41,512 --> 01:07:43,430 Wait till Mama is finished. 781 01:07:44,181 --> 01:07:46,975 Right there. And you stay there! 782 01:07:53,273 --> 01:07:55,359 Bullet, what's wrong with you? 783 01:07:55,943 --> 01:07:57,528 You're being a pest. 784 01:07:57,694 --> 01:08:01,365 I told you not to lick Julio's feet. You're so annoying! 785 01:08:02,699 --> 01:08:04,701 You can see I'm busy. 786 01:08:04,910 --> 01:08:07,329 Don't do that again. You stay there. 787 01:08:07,704 --> 01:08:09,873 Come on, Bullet. It's all over. 788 01:08:10,040 --> 01:08:11,750 Mama is finished. 789 01:08:12,251 --> 01:08:15,212 Now you can be annoying. 790 01:08:15,504 --> 01:08:17,130 Before I forget... 791 01:08:19,633 --> 01:08:21,218 Here. 792 01:08:22,427 --> 01:08:25,931 If you want to earn big bucks, learn some tricks! 793 01:08:26,056 --> 01:08:29,476 Otherwise you'll be a flop. Lets go Bullet. 794 01:08:41,321 --> 01:08:42,781 Anyone home? 795 01:08:50,080 --> 01:08:52,583 - Good morning. - Good morning. 796 01:08:53,083 --> 01:08:55,711 May I help you? - Is Pol home? 797 01:08:55,836 --> 01:08:58,964 - May I say who's calling? - His friend Julio. 798 01:08:59,840 --> 01:09:02,175 Pol! 799 01:09:02,968 --> 01:09:04,761 A friend to see you. 800 01:09:09,600 --> 01:09:13,270 Julio! What brings you here? Come in! 801 01:09:17,649 --> 01:09:20,360 - Have some eggs. - Thanks. 802 01:09:20,819 --> 01:09:24,656 When were you laid off? I haven't seen you in a while. 803 01:09:24,990 --> 01:09:26,742 It was kind of sudden. 804 01:09:26,867 --> 01:09:31,455 I thought there might be a job for me where you work. 805 01:09:32,623 --> 01:09:34,708 Sure, come along with me. 806 01:09:42,299 --> 01:09:44,676 - Buddy, you want some...? - No, thanks. 807 01:09:45,052 --> 01:09:48,472 How about you? She's real young. 808 01:09:48,639 --> 01:09:50,098 Look. 809 01:09:50,515 --> 01:09:52,142 We have no money. 810 01:09:52,434 --> 01:09:54,728 You can always borrow some, right? 811 01:09:54,853 --> 01:09:56,980 Look. 812 01:09:57,147 --> 01:09:58,815 We said no! 813 01:09:59,149 --> 01:10:01,068 Don't be a jerk. 814 01:10:04,571 --> 01:10:07,824 Have you tried asking if Ligaya lives there? 815 01:10:07,991 --> 01:10:11,036 Just the one time I told you about. 816 01:10:11,953 --> 01:10:13,872 We could try again. 817 01:10:13,997 --> 01:10:17,834 Sure, but they might recognize me. 818 01:10:18,335 --> 01:10:20,087 Could you go? 819 01:10:20,337 --> 01:10:22,339 Sure. I'll be right back. 820 01:10:51,660 --> 01:10:54,538 - Well? - They said there's no Ligaya there. 821 01:10:54,871 --> 01:10:59,042 The Chinese guy probably told the maid what to say. 822 01:10:59,209 --> 01:11:00,711 Let's go. 823 01:11:01,002 --> 01:11:04,506 It's no use. We're wasting our time here. 824 01:11:08,385 --> 01:11:11,388 - Good morning. - Come in man! 825 01:11:11,555 --> 01:11:13,557 Have a seat. 826 01:11:14,224 --> 01:11:16,059 I'll leave you boys alone. 827 01:11:16,226 --> 01:11:18,812 - Have some coffee. - Thank you. 828 01:11:21,732 --> 01:11:23,442 Just what I need. 829 01:11:24,067 --> 01:11:25,902 Any good news? 830 01:11:26,027 --> 01:11:28,447 Yeah, we've got work again. 831 01:11:28,822 --> 01:11:31,742 You free next week, Julio? - Sure. 832 01:11:32,159 --> 01:11:34,745 Great. Another big job? 833 01:11:34,870 --> 01:11:37,789 Yeah, a wall around a big property. 834 01:11:38,081 --> 01:11:39,166 Where? 835 01:11:39,291 --> 01:11:41,585 Loyola Heights, in Quezon City. 836 01:11:41,710 --> 01:11:45,130 - Where's that? - Near the Jesuit university. 837 01:11:45,964 --> 01:11:48,759 Upscale neighborhood. Lots of rich people. 838 01:11:49,760 --> 01:11:53,930 Its a big compound. We'll need a couple more guys. 839 01:11:54,097 --> 01:11:56,475 You know anyone? - Atong! 840 01:11:56,600 --> 01:11:59,144 - Who's that? - I worked with him at La Madrid. 841 01:11:59,269 --> 01:12:02,063 Nice guy, and a hard worker. 842 01:12:02,189 --> 01:12:03,857 The guy you told me about? 843 01:12:04,024 --> 01:12:07,152 Yeah. He always helped when I was in a fix. 844 01:12:07,277 --> 01:12:09,780 - Isn't he working? - Maybe. 845 01:12:09,946 --> 01:12:14,451 But not much longer. That building's almost finished. 846 01:12:31,092 --> 01:12:34,679 Julio, what's up? Omeng, it's Julio! 847 01:12:35,639 --> 01:12:38,517 You've put on weight. Long time no see. 848 01:12:38,642 --> 01:12:40,477 You're looking sharp. 849 01:12:40,644 --> 01:12:44,105 How are you guys? This is my friend Pol. 850 01:12:44,815 --> 01:12:47,984 Eddie, this is Pol. 851 01:12:48,443 --> 01:12:50,278 What brings you here? 852 01:12:50,403 --> 01:12:52,322 I'm looking for Atong. 853 01:12:52,447 --> 01:12:54,157 Didn't you hear? 854 01:12:57,244 --> 01:12:58,912 Atong's dead. 855 01:13:03,250 --> 01:13:06,837 Happened last week. We just buried him. 856 01:13:07,671 --> 01:13:09,214 What happened? 857 01:13:09,339 --> 01:13:13,301 Balajadia was probably involved. He and Atong had a big fight. 858 01:13:13,426 --> 01:13:16,847 He withheld Atong's pay because of a broken soap dish. 859 01:13:17,013 --> 01:13:19,015 Atong was furious. 860 01:13:19,182 --> 01:13:23,520 He said the soap dish came in broken, and he attacked Balajadia. 861 01:13:23,728 --> 01:13:27,816 Next thing we hear, Atong's in jail, and then he's dead. 862 01:13:28,024 --> 01:13:30,861 He was beaten up bad while inside. 863 01:13:30,986 --> 01:13:34,030 Turns out Fatso's got a cousin who works there. 864 01:13:45,292 --> 01:13:47,419 Stop reading comics and work! 865 01:13:47,544 --> 01:13:51,673 They once owned land in Quezon City, but they were forced out. 866 01:13:51,798 --> 01:13:52,883 What happened? 867 01:13:53,008 --> 01:13:55,427 I can't remember. Atong mentioned it briefly. 868 01:13:55,552 --> 01:13:58,138 I thought our place was bad, but look at this. 869 01:13:58,263 --> 01:14:00,807 Makes you realize how lucky you are. 870 01:14:00,932 --> 01:14:03,977 I slept here once. Lots of mosquitoes, and it reeked of -- 871 01:14:04,144 --> 01:14:07,230 - The sewer? - Yeah. But Atong was a good friend. 872 01:14:07,355 --> 01:14:11,818 He always said I could count on him anytime. 873 01:14:13,486 --> 01:14:15,906 Ah, it's you. Come in. 874 01:14:18,283 --> 01:14:19,993 Please sit down. 875 01:14:22,454 --> 01:14:24,080 Good morning, sir. 876 01:14:24,205 --> 01:14:26,666 Perla, this is my friend Pol. 877 01:14:27,334 --> 01:14:29,252 Please sit down. 878 01:14:32,756 --> 01:14:35,759 He helped me find work. 879 01:14:36,009 --> 01:14:39,262 Actually, it was my friend. 880 01:14:39,721 --> 01:14:42,098 Have you eaten? 881 01:14:42,349 --> 01:14:43,934 Yes. 882 01:14:44,059 --> 01:14:45,685 Don't worry about us. 883 01:14:49,814 --> 01:14:51,983 I just heard what happened. 884 01:14:52,943 --> 01:14:57,197 Had I known earlier, I'd have come to the funeral. 885 01:15:12,629 --> 01:15:14,798 Are you sure you've eaten? 886 01:15:14,923 --> 01:15:16,800 I could fix something real quick. 887 01:15:17,300 --> 01:15:18,969 Yes, we've eaten. 888 01:15:20,762 --> 01:15:25,058 What about your case? Are you filing charges? 889 01:15:26,059 --> 01:15:30,730 I'm the only one who could do that, 890 01:15:30,855 --> 01:15:33,817 but I don't even know where to start. 891 01:15:36,027 --> 01:15:38,446 This man talked to me, 892 01:15:38,613 --> 01:15:40,490 a detective. 893 01:15:40,782 --> 01:15:43,159 He told me he'd take care of it... 894 01:15:44,077 --> 01:15:46,621 that I should just wait for his report. 895 01:15:46,913 --> 01:15:49,791 But I know nothing's being done. 896 01:15:51,584 --> 01:15:53,253 That's a real problem. 897 01:15:53,503 --> 01:15:56,172 Why would they act when they're behind the crime? 898 01:15:58,425 --> 01:16:01,219 People here keep telling me... 899 01:16:02,512 --> 01:16:04,764 that I should just keep quiet. 900 01:16:05,473 --> 01:16:09,519 Because if I don't, something might happen to me. 901 01:16:10,270 --> 01:16:13,815 I'm more or less alone here. 902 01:16:15,525 --> 01:16:19,195 A young man around here was beaten up by the police. 903 01:16:19,529 --> 01:16:22,073 When his parents complained, 904 01:16:22,240 --> 01:16:25,201 thugs came and threatened them. 905 01:16:29,164 --> 01:16:31,166 What do you plan to do? 906 01:16:32,917 --> 01:16:34,544 Nothing. 907 01:16:35,295 --> 01:16:36,880 I don't know. 908 01:16:52,353 --> 01:16:54,314 We'll be going now, Perla. 909 01:16:55,356 --> 01:16:56,941 You just got here. 910 01:16:57,067 --> 01:16:58,902 We'll be back. 911 01:17:05,408 --> 01:17:06,910 Good-bye, sir. 912 01:17:07,368 --> 01:17:09,079 We'll be going, sir. 913 01:17:15,126 --> 01:17:16,753 Perla, take this. 914 01:17:16,961 --> 01:17:19,005 It's just a little help. 915 01:17:22,133 --> 01:17:23,426 Thank you. 916 01:17:23,593 --> 01:17:26,346 - This is from me, Perla. - I couldn't -- 917 01:17:26,471 --> 01:17:28,515 It's nothing, really. 918 01:17:29,099 --> 01:17:30,475 Take it. 919 01:17:32,936 --> 01:17:34,437 Thank you. 920 01:17:41,236 --> 01:17:44,364 You know what? I think Perla's attractive. 921 01:17:44,531 --> 01:17:46,741 And she's used to hardship. 922 01:17:46,950 --> 01:17:50,495 A lot of men go for rich women, 923 01:17:50,620 --> 01:17:53,373 but I like the poor ones better, you know? 924 01:17:53,498 --> 01:17:54,624 Yeah. 925 01:17:54,749 --> 01:17:57,502 A girl who's used to dried fish 926 01:17:57,752 --> 01:18:00,588 will be thrilled with smoked fish. 927 01:18:00,797 --> 01:18:04,008 But give a girl smoked fish when she's used to ham 928 01:18:04,134 --> 01:18:06,386 and it's all-out war. 929 01:18:06,511 --> 01:18:08,763 Poor girls are easy to please. 930 01:18:10,807 --> 01:18:13,017 But why don't you ask her out? 931 01:18:13,143 --> 01:18:15,311 She's like a sister to me. 932 01:18:15,436 --> 01:18:17,981 - Come on! - It's true. 933 01:18:18,148 --> 01:18:20,358 - Seriously? - Yeah. 934 01:18:21,234 --> 01:18:25,113 - You won't be sorry if I ask her out? - No. 935 01:18:25,613 --> 01:18:27,115 Great. 936 01:19:00,231 --> 01:19:02,150 Merry Christmas, sir! 937 01:19:08,198 --> 01:19:09,866 Here you go. 938 01:19:10,783 --> 01:19:12,702 Thank you, sir. 939 01:19:13,119 --> 01:19:14,996 I finished writing it. 940 01:19:16,748 --> 01:19:18,082 Thanks. 941 01:19:20,084 --> 01:19:23,671 - How much are you giving her? - Ten pesos. Is that enough? 942 01:19:24,547 --> 01:19:26,216 Sounds about right. 943 01:19:29,552 --> 01:19:31,095 Here, add this. 944 01:19:31,221 --> 01:19:33,556 She'll think it's all from me. 945 01:19:35,767 --> 01:19:36,893 That's okay. 946 01:19:37,060 --> 01:19:40,230 Lets add a note that ten is from you. 947 01:19:40,438 --> 01:19:42,398 Nah, it's fine. 948 01:19:43,775 --> 01:19:45,777 If you say so. 949 01:19:45,944 --> 01:19:48,905 Listen, you busy tomorrow? 950 01:19:49,364 --> 01:19:51,699 - No. Why? - Come with me. 951 01:19:51,908 --> 01:19:53,952 We'll give it to her together. 952 01:19:54,077 --> 01:19:55,411 Okay. 953 01:20:45,628 --> 01:20:48,589 Excuse me. Do you know where Perla is? 954 01:20:51,551 --> 01:20:52,969 Perla? 955 01:20:53,386 --> 01:20:56,264 Daughter of Pilo, the cripple? - Yes. 956 01:20:56,806 --> 01:20:58,224 She's gone. 957 01:20:58,766 --> 01:21:00,810 And she probably won't be back. 958 01:21:01,936 --> 01:21:03,813 I saw her last night. 959 01:21:04,272 --> 01:21:06,149 She was in an ambulance. 960 01:21:06,774 --> 01:21:08,818 Her father suffered burns. 961 01:21:09,777 --> 01:21:12,363 - Where did they go? - No idea. 962 01:21:12,488 --> 01:21:14,157 Are you a relative? 963 01:21:14,449 --> 01:21:16,951 No, we're just friends. 964 01:21:18,036 --> 01:21:20,580 She wasn't here when the fire started. 965 01:21:20,705 --> 01:21:25,168 She'd gone to get some yarn for her knitting jobs. 966 01:21:26,294 --> 01:21:29,505 When she got back, the fire was almost out. 967 01:23:03,850 --> 01:23:05,726 Mrs. Cruz! Where's Ligaya? 968 01:23:05,935 --> 01:23:07,937 Who? Let go of me! 969 01:23:08,062 --> 01:23:10,314 Ligaya Paraiso! The girl from Marinduque! 970 01:23:10,440 --> 01:23:13,776 - I don't know anyone by that name! - Where is she? 971 01:23:14,152 --> 01:23:17,113 Police! Thief! 972 01:23:18,948 --> 01:23:22,452 - What's going on? - He tried to steal my bag! 973 01:23:22,577 --> 01:23:25,580 - You bastard! - No, I know Mrs. Cruz! 974 01:23:25,705 --> 01:23:27,874 Explain at the station! 975 01:23:31,085 --> 01:23:33,713 You thieving piece of shit! 976 01:23:35,840 --> 01:23:37,467 Let's go. 977 01:23:39,677 --> 01:23:41,345 You have ID? 978 01:23:46,809 --> 01:23:48,394 This isn't ID. 979 01:23:48,644 --> 01:23:50,396 It's all I've got. 980 01:23:51,647 --> 01:23:53,983 This won't do. Let's go. 981 01:23:54,775 --> 01:23:56,903 You wanna fight? - No. 982 01:23:57,028 --> 01:23:59,989 - Then come along quietly. - I’ve done nothing wrong. 983 01:24:00,114 --> 01:24:02,783 You tried to steal a purse. Get going! 984 01:24:03,659 --> 01:24:06,454 Bastard. - Give me back my diary. 985 01:24:06,996 --> 01:24:10,333 - Later. At the station. - I need it. 986 01:24:10,500 --> 01:24:13,336 You don't trust me? You want a beating? 987 01:24:13,461 --> 01:24:16,839 No, sir, but that letter is important to me. 988 01:24:17,006 --> 01:24:20,593 Wait here and don't move. I'm gonna use the bathroom. 989 01:26:00,693 --> 01:26:05,656 Miss, did you see a guy in a blue shirt with a mustache? 990 01:26:05,948 --> 01:26:08,451 Yes, he went that way. 991 01:26:44,487 --> 01:26:46,822 If I ever see his face again... 992 01:26:47,323 --> 01:26:48,991 I'll kill him. 993 01:26:53,120 --> 01:26:55,373 I don't care about my own money, 994 01:26:55,498 --> 01:26:57,792 but he took Perla's money too! 995 01:27:02,838 --> 01:27:04,840 And Ligaya's letter. 996 01:27:07,134 --> 01:27:09,553 I'll never forget that face. 997 01:27:11,013 --> 01:27:13,349 If I ever catch sight of him... 998 01:27:14,892 --> 01:27:16,936 So you're broke now, huh? 999 01:27:20,523 --> 01:27:23,526 If you need money, just ask. 1000 01:27:24,110 --> 01:27:25,444 Forget what happened. 1001 01:27:26,570 --> 01:27:28,698 Two in a row! 1002 01:27:41,335 --> 01:27:42,670 Tough guy, huh? 1003 01:27:45,631 --> 01:27:47,758 Go on. You can take him. 1004 01:27:47,883 --> 01:27:50,219 He's smaller than you. 1005 01:28:10,364 --> 01:28:11,741 Well, kid? 1006 01:28:12,825 --> 01:28:16,912 My friend's not scared, but there's no reason to fight. 1007 01:28:17,246 --> 01:28:19,206 Come on, shake hands. 1008 01:28:21,584 --> 01:28:24,420 Let's all get drunk one day, Toro, 1009 01:28:24,545 --> 01:28:27,339 and talk this out over a bottle, okay? 1010 01:28:27,465 --> 01:28:28,966 Sure. 1011 01:28:31,844 --> 01:28:34,847 - Two pesos, my best price. - Too much. 1012 01:28:34,972 --> 01:28:37,016 It's got a long shaft. 1013 01:28:39,018 --> 01:28:41,729 - That's your best price? - Fine. I.50. 1014 01:28:42,188 --> 01:28:44,106 - One peso. - I.50. 1015 01:28:44,356 --> 01:28:46,692 1.50 is still too much. 1016 01:28:47,943 --> 01:28:49,445 Okay, you win. 1017 01:29:02,291 --> 01:29:03,876 Hey, man! 1018 01:29:04,126 --> 01:29:06,504 Don't remember me? - You startled me. 1019 01:29:06,670 --> 01:29:09,799 You look guilty. Guilty people startle easily. 1020 01:29:09,924 --> 01:29:12,843 It's been a while! Where you headed? 1021 01:29:13,135 --> 01:29:14,261 Nowhere. 1022 01:29:14,386 --> 01:29:16,514 Let's grab a bite. 1023 01:29:16,639 --> 01:29:18,849 Come on. My treat. 1024 01:29:18,974 --> 01:29:20,976 - I shouldn't. - Come on. 1025 01:29:21,811 --> 01:29:23,979 How are Omeng and the others? 1026 01:29:24,814 --> 01:29:28,275 I don't know. I haven't seen them in a while. 1027 01:29:29,193 --> 01:29:31,737 I bet they're still in construction. 1028 01:29:34,824 --> 01:29:36,325 You know... 1029 01:29:36,492 --> 01:29:40,204 you have no future if you're stuck in construction. 1030 01:29:40,913 --> 01:29:43,040 Did you hear about Atong? 1031 01:29:46,001 --> 01:29:48,838 Yeah, I'm glad you mentioned it. 1032 01:29:49,004 --> 01:29:50,798 Could you clear all this? 1033 01:29:52,675 --> 01:29:54,885 I just heard about it recently. 1034 01:29:55,177 --> 01:29:57,179 Guess who told me. 1035 01:29:57,680 --> 01:29:58,848 Who? 1036 01:29:59,265 --> 01:30:01,767 Ever meet Atong's sister? 1037 01:30:02,476 --> 01:30:03,811 Perla? 1038 01:30:03,936 --> 01:30:05,729 So you've been to their place. 1039 01:30:05,855 --> 01:30:09,108 Yeah. Where is she? Have you seen her? 1040 01:30:09,483 --> 01:30:11,694 She told me about Atong's death 1041 01:30:11,819 --> 01:30:14,697 and what happened to their father in the fire. 1042 01:30:14,822 --> 01:30:16,490 Where is she now? 1043 01:30:18,242 --> 01:30:21,537 At Etang's, in Makati. 1044 01:30:21,871 --> 01:30:23,414 You know of it? 1045 01:30:23,539 --> 01:30:26,208 - Why? Where is it? - You don't know it? 1046 01:30:26,333 --> 01:30:29,837 It's where men go when they're... you know, in heat. 1047 01:30:29,962 --> 01:30:32,506 I couldn't believe it when I saw her. 1048 01:30:32,631 --> 01:30:35,885 I was so surprised. You should go see her. 1049 01:30:36,010 --> 01:30:38,554 She's always there. Twenty pesos and you're set. 1050 01:30:38,721 --> 01:30:41,724 Twelve for the girl, eight for the beer. Very reasonable. 1051 01:30:41,932 --> 01:30:43,434 You can afford it. 1052 01:30:47,396 --> 01:30:49,148 Did he take Perla? 1053 01:30:49,398 --> 01:30:50,691 What do you mean? 1054 01:30:50,816 --> 01:30:52,651 Take her to a room? 1055 01:30:52,776 --> 01:30:56,405 If he did... I'll kill him! 1056 01:30:57,114 --> 01:30:59,199 That's his friend's sister! 1057 01:30:59,325 --> 01:31:02,786 He didn't say whether he did, but they talked. 1058 01:31:03,913 --> 01:31:06,790 What did Perla say? Why is she there? 1059 01:31:06,916 --> 01:31:10,044 - Imo didn't say anything about that. - Who's Imo? 1060 01:31:10,294 --> 01:31:12,504 The guy who bought me lunch. 1061 01:31:14,548 --> 01:31:16,091 Let's go see her. 1062 01:31:16,258 --> 01:31:17,760 - Perla? - Yeah. 1063 01:31:17,885 --> 01:31:19,345 Are you crazy? 1064 01:31:19,470 --> 01:31:21,680 She'd die of shame. 1065 01:31:36,695 --> 01:31:39,281 I’m to blame for what happened to Perla. 1066 01:31:39,531 --> 01:31:41,033 Why? 1067 01:31:47,706 --> 01:31:50,042 I have rotten luck with women. 1068 01:31:52,086 --> 01:31:53,712 I like Perla. 1069 01:31:56,507 --> 01:31:58,842 I should have asked her out. 1070 01:32:02,137 --> 01:32:04,723 This is the third time. Remember? 1071 01:33:26,013 --> 01:33:27,306 How are you? 1072 01:33:30,851 --> 01:33:32,311 Okay. 1073 01:33:34,480 --> 01:33:35,898 Why are you here? 1074 01:33:37,232 --> 01:33:39,068 I've looked all over for you. 1075 01:33:52,915 --> 01:33:54,458 You've changed. 1076 01:34:00,172 --> 01:34:01,924 Where can we talk? 1077 01:34:04,134 --> 01:34:05,427 You decide. 1078 01:34:21,902 --> 01:34:23,570 How are you doing? 1079 01:34:27,616 --> 01:34:28,951 I'm fine. 1080 01:34:29,952 --> 01:34:31,078 And you? 1081 01:34:31,787 --> 01:34:33,247 Okay. 1082 01:34:34,123 --> 01:34:36,583 I'm happy I found you. 1083 01:34:53,475 --> 01:34:55,477 What happened to you? 1084 01:34:58,856 --> 01:35:01,358 I've been in Manila for a while now. 1085 01:35:01,525 --> 01:35:03,152 About a year. 1086 01:35:04,236 --> 01:35:07,865 I’ve been looking for you because you stopped writing. 1087 01:35:19,251 --> 01:35:21,336 We shouldn't talk here. 1088 01:35:24,673 --> 01:35:26,592 Where should we go? 1089 01:35:30,512 --> 01:35:32,890 You remember Mrs. Cruz? 1090 01:35:34,683 --> 01:35:36,935 That woman is the devil personified. 1091 01:35:42,858 --> 01:35:45,110 She took me to a big house. 1092 01:35:46,403 --> 01:35:48,488 I don't know where it was. 1093 01:35:49,156 --> 01:35:52,492 It had a big yard with high walls... 1094 01:35:53,243 --> 01:35:55,621 and tall acacia trees. 1095 01:35:57,372 --> 01:35:59,625 Guards manned the gate. 1096 01:36:02,711 --> 01:36:07,090 Mrs. Cruz said the factory manager would talk to us there. 1097 01:36:07,716 --> 01:36:09,551 Like a fool... 1098 01:36:09,843 --> 01:36:12,221 I went along with whatever she said. 1099 01:36:14,056 --> 01:36:17,643 Then she spoke to a woman... 1100 01:36:20,020 --> 01:36:21,730 who looked like a witch. 1101 01:36:24,399 --> 01:36:26,068 And then... 1102 01:36:28,028 --> 01:36:29,738 they took us... 1103 01:36:30,447 --> 01:36:32,241 to a room... 1104 01:36:33,784 --> 01:36:35,786 that looked like an office. 1105 01:36:36,203 --> 01:36:39,164 They told us to wait there for the manager. 1106 01:36:40,374 --> 01:36:43,585 Someone brought us something to drink. 1107 01:36:45,212 --> 01:36:46,797 Orange. 1108 01:36:49,216 --> 01:36:51,760 I hadn't even finished drinking it... 1109 01:36:53,136 --> 01:36:55,180 when my head started spinning. 1110 01:36:59,893 --> 01:37:02,813 Next thing I knew I woke up in bed... 1111 01:37:05,440 --> 01:37:07,818 with a Chinese man next to me. 1112 01:37:08,902 --> 01:37:10,404 Ah Tek? 1113 01:37:12,739 --> 01:37:14,366 How did you know? 1114 01:37:14,491 --> 01:37:16,451 The building on Misericordia? 1115 01:37:20,580 --> 01:37:23,125 I've been watching that place a long time... 1116 01:37:23,583 --> 01:37:25,794 hoping to see you there. 1117 01:37:26,962 --> 01:37:30,382 I followed Mrs. Cruz from the apartment on Doroteo Jose. 1118 01:37:31,675 --> 01:37:33,719 The address from your letter. 1119 01:37:38,307 --> 01:37:39,850 And then... 1120 01:37:40,559 --> 01:37:43,812 she walked all the way to Misericordia. 1121 01:37:45,480 --> 01:37:48,650 I got the feeling you were up there. 1122 01:37:50,402 --> 01:37:51,653 Yes... 1123 01:37:51,903 --> 01:37:53,989 Mrs. Cruz collects her money there. 1124 01:37:54,656 --> 01:37:56,742 Ah Tek pays for me. 1125 01:38:01,496 --> 01:38:05,500 I spent two months at the house where she first took me. 1126 01:38:06,043 --> 01:38:08,670 Ah Tek would come to me twice a week. 1127 01:38:18,597 --> 01:38:20,515 There were lots of girls there. 1128 01:38:22,434 --> 01:38:24,436 But I never saw the others... 1129 01:38:25,354 --> 01:38:27,731 because I was locked in my room. 1130 01:38:29,816 --> 01:38:32,194 Locked up in a room so small... 1131 01:38:33,028 --> 01:38:35,322 it was like living in a matchbox... 1132 01:38:35,864 --> 01:38:40,243 where no one could hear you even if you screamed. 1133 01:38:42,537 --> 01:38:44,247 But sometimes... 1134 01:38:45,207 --> 01:38:47,125 sometimes I'd hear... 1135 01:38:48,126 --> 01:38:50,504 screaming and crying. 1136 01:38:52,923 --> 01:38:54,591 Then one day... 1137 01:38:56,385 --> 01:38:58,136 Ah Tek told me... 1138 01:39:00,055 --> 01:39:02,849 I was lucky he took care of me. 1139 01:39:04,935 --> 01:39:08,230 Like I somehow owed him... 1140 01:39:09,481 --> 01:39:11,733 a huge debt of gratitude. 1141 01:39:14,361 --> 01:39:16,363 The fool confessed... 1142 01:39:19,741 --> 01:39:21,785 he had a thing for me. 1143 01:39:29,292 --> 01:39:32,671 The other women there... 1144 01:39:34,089 --> 01:39:38,760 had to serve three or four different men every night. 1145 01:39:41,388 --> 01:39:44,933 And I was the only one not shot up with morphine. 1146 01:39:46,351 --> 01:39:49,271 He said I should be grateful for that too. 1147 01:39:49,396 --> 01:39:52,983 He said I had only him to thank... 1148 01:39:53,775 --> 01:39:55,318 because otherwise... 1149 01:39:56,111 --> 01:39:58,530 I'd be addicted to morphine too. 1150 01:40:00,907 --> 01:40:03,160 If they shot me up with it... 1151 01:40:03,785 --> 01:40:06,121 I'd do anything they wanted. 1152 01:40:07,873 --> 01:40:10,041 They'd parade me before all the men 1153 01:40:10,459 --> 01:40:14,546 and make me dance naked. 1154 01:40:15,172 --> 01:40:18,133 But he didn't want that to happen to me... 1155 01:40:19,801 --> 01:40:21,720 because he liked me. 1156 01:40:29,811 --> 01:40:32,314 I'd already cost him a lot. 1157 01:40:34,816 --> 01:40:37,194 He'd paid a lot for me... 1158 01:40:38,653 --> 01:40:41,364 and he didn't want to keep paying. 1159 01:40:44,201 --> 01:40:46,495 But he liked me. 1160 01:40:48,455 --> 01:40:51,458 He didn't want me to end up like the others. 1161 01:40:52,667 --> 01:40:54,377 So if I agreed... 1162 01:40:56,421 --> 01:40:58,882 he said he'd take me away from there... 1163 01:40:59,299 --> 01:41:01,343 and I'd live with him. 1164 01:41:02,385 --> 01:41:05,096 But I'd have to obey his every wish. 1165 01:41:06,556 --> 01:41:08,391 Because if I didn't... 1166 01:41:09,559 --> 01:41:11,603 he'd send me right back. 1167 01:41:15,273 --> 01:41:17,859 It was like an ultimatum. 1168 01:41:27,786 --> 01:41:29,704 I didn't say a word. 1169 01:41:32,374 --> 01:41:34,960 So he called that woman... 1170 01:41:36,127 --> 01:41:39,673 the one who looked like a witch. 1171 01:41:42,717 --> 01:41:45,053 They took me to another room. 1172 01:41:48,098 --> 01:41:50,433 They showed me a girl there... 1173 01:41:51,393 --> 01:41:53,395 being shot up with morphine. 1174 01:41:54,854 --> 01:41:57,566 Then we went to yet another room. 1175 01:41:59,067 --> 01:42:02,070 There was another girl there... 1176 01:42:03,071 --> 01:42:06,366 and they wouldn't give her her morphine. 1177 01:42:08,868 --> 01:42:11,121 It was like she was going insane. 1178 01:42:12,914 --> 01:42:14,874 How does he treat you? 1179 01:42:16,543 --> 01:42:18,253 He's good to me. 1180 01:42:19,671 --> 01:42:21,590 He's always consoling me... 1181 01:42:22,424 --> 01:42:24,593 and he buys me things: 1182 01:42:24,718 --> 01:42:27,262 a watch, a ring, a bracelet. 1183 01:42:28,346 --> 01:42:32,475 But I can't leave the house. I'm locked in, like a prisoner. 1184 01:42:33,560 --> 01:42:35,395 If he goes out, 1185 01:42:35,520 --> 01:42:37,606 someone else always watches me. 1186 01:42:42,193 --> 01:42:44,279 How did you get out today? 1187 01:42:45,363 --> 01:42:49,367 This is the first time I've gotten out all week. 1188 01:42:51,745 --> 01:42:53,622 Don't you want to go home? 1189 01:42:55,540 --> 01:42:58,460 Why don't you? You're free now. 1190 01:43:00,045 --> 01:43:03,006 You can go home if you want. 1191 01:43:06,968 --> 01:43:08,970 I can't leave my baby. 1192 01:43:16,936 --> 01:43:18,730 How old is your baby? 1193 01:43:19,606 --> 01:43:21,149 Four months. 1194 01:43:24,694 --> 01:43:26,529 Did he marry you? 1195 01:43:33,286 --> 01:43:34,704 No. 1196 01:43:36,414 --> 01:43:38,333 It's better this way. 1197 01:43:49,427 --> 01:43:51,054 Tell me... 1198 01:43:51,554 --> 01:43:54,015 how is everyone back home? 1199 01:43:55,100 --> 01:43:56,643 I don't know. 1200 01:43:57,352 --> 01:44:00,772 I must have written them... 1201 01:44:01,981 --> 01:44:03,692 three times or so. 1202 01:44:04,192 --> 01:44:06,194 I sent them money. 1203 01:44:07,362 --> 01:44:11,616 But Ah Tek hardly ever trusts me with money. 1204 01:44:12,367 --> 01:44:16,037 He only gives me a little when I need it. 1205 01:44:17,038 --> 01:44:18,540 Do they know? 1206 01:44:18,915 --> 01:44:20,542 Back home? 1207 01:44:21,626 --> 01:44:23,128 No. 1208 01:44:24,671 --> 01:44:28,758 I haven't told them anything about what's happened. 1209 01:44:30,719 --> 01:44:33,596 They think I'm doing well here. 1210 01:44:35,640 --> 01:44:40,145 But I've never told them where to write me here. 1211 01:44:49,028 --> 01:44:50,613 Help me. 1212 01:44:55,702 --> 01:44:57,620 Help me. 1213 01:45:06,004 --> 01:45:07,630 Hush now. 1214 01:45:29,944 --> 01:45:31,446 Don't cry. 1215 01:45:34,574 --> 01:45:36,242 I'll take care of it. 1216 01:45:37,285 --> 01:45:38,953 We'll run away. 1217 01:45:39,078 --> 01:45:41,039 We'll take your baby with us. 1218 01:45:42,373 --> 01:45:43,917 It's not that easy. 1219 01:45:44,042 --> 01:45:45,877 I tried to escape before. 1220 01:45:46,002 --> 01:45:47,796 I was caught... 1221 01:45:47,921 --> 01:45:50,298 and Ah Tek nearly killed me! 1222 01:45:51,466 --> 01:45:53,802 He said if he ever catches me again, 1223 01:45:54,219 --> 01:45:56,304 he really will kill me. 1224 01:45:56,971 --> 01:45:59,808 I cant take my baby because of the nanny. 1225 01:45:59,933 --> 01:46:02,435 She sleeps next to the baby. 1226 01:46:02,685 --> 01:46:04,646 You can always try again. 1227 01:46:05,146 --> 01:46:06,773 How about tonight? 1228 01:46:06,898 --> 01:46:08,650 We'll go home together. 1229 01:46:08,942 --> 01:46:10,527 It's impossible. 1230 01:46:11,361 --> 01:46:14,823 You don't know Ah Tek. He'd kill me for sure. 1231 01:46:16,491 --> 01:46:18,660 If you really want to get out, 1232 01:46:18,785 --> 01:46:21,663 you can't stop trying, no matter what. 1233 01:46:21,830 --> 01:46:24,332 You don't know how furious he gets. 1234 01:46:25,250 --> 01:46:27,335 If you really want to escape... 1235 01:46:28,127 --> 01:46:31,130 you'll try anything. Nothing else matters. 1236 01:46:33,800 --> 01:46:37,178 My poor baby if anything should happen to me! 1237 01:46:38,179 --> 01:46:41,891 If you think like that, you'll never get out of there. 1238 01:46:46,354 --> 01:46:48,439 So how about tonight? 1239 01:46:50,692 --> 01:46:53,027 I'll wait at the Arranque market. 1240 01:46:54,195 --> 01:46:55,864 It's a good spot. 1241 01:46:56,739 --> 01:46:59,367 I'll pretend I'm waiting for a jitney. 1242 01:46:59,951 --> 01:47:02,871 Safer than hanging around your building. 1243 01:47:03,204 --> 01:47:05,039 A cop might notice me. 1244 01:47:10,211 --> 01:47:12,422 I don't know about tonight. 1245 01:47:14,632 --> 01:47:16,301 Let's just try. 1246 01:47:17,051 --> 01:47:19,804 I'll be waiting whether you come or not. 1247 01:47:20,638 --> 01:47:22,849 Shall we say midnight? 1248 01:47:24,517 --> 01:47:26,394 How long will you wait? 1249 01:47:26,603 --> 01:47:28,062 It's up to you. 1250 01:47:28,271 --> 01:47:30,148 Till 3:00 a.m.? 1251 01:47:32,442 --> 01:47:33,818 All right. 1252 01:48:55,149 --> 01:48:56,317 She didn't show? 1253 01:50:05,553 --> 01:50:07,555 Wake up, man. 1254 01:50:09,390 --> 01:50:11,434 - What time is it? - 5:00 p.m. 1255 01:50:12,810 --> 01:50:15,396 Get dressed. Let's go see a movie. 1256 01:50:17,398 --> 01:50:19,817 Come on. We won't be long. 1257 01:50:20,276 --> 01:50:23,571 Or we could go to a club around Grace Park. 1258 01:50:24,280 --> 01:50:25,990 I don't know how to dance. 1259 01:50:26,157 --> 01:50:28,576 Doesn't matter in those places. 1260 01:50:28,701 --> 01:50:31,537 Just embrace the girl, kiss her neck, 1261 01:50:31,704 --> 01:50:34,457 stroke her thighs a bit, and you're set. 1262 01:50:35,083 --> 01:50:37,085 - No, thanks. - Come on! 1263 01:50:37,251 --> 01:50:39,170 You need to relax. 1264 01:50:40,588 --> 01:50:44,550 If you don't care for Grace Park, theres always Pasay. 1265 01:50:44,801 --> 01:50:46,427 What's there? 1266 01:50:46,844 --> 01:50:48,971 Women, what else? 1267 01:50:49,138 --> 01:50:50,848 Just six pesos. 1268 01:50:52,809 --> 01:50:56,312 Or aren't you into that? - It's a waste of money. 1269 01:50:56,437 --> 01:51:00,108 That's why I borrowed some, so we can have a good time. 1270 01:51:00,274 --> 01:51:02,360 - How much? - Thirty pesos. 1271 01:51:03,778 --> 01:51:07,448 You should save it. I still have the 25 you lent me. 1272 01:51:07,615 --> 01:51:10,368 Don't worry about that. Keep it. 1273 01:51:10,743 --> 01:51:12,954 Let's go out and eat. 1274 01:51:18,668 --> 01:51:21,420 Try the noodles. They're good. 1275 01:51:21,796 --> 01:51:23,714 For a long life. 1276 01:51:30,930 --> 01:51:32,598 Look at those people. 1277 01:51:33,224 --> 01:51:35,017 You'd think they were deaf. 1278 01:51:35,184 --> 01:51:36,811 Miss. 1279 01:51:37,645 --> 01:51:40,481 Could you turn that down? Its too loud. 1280 01:51:40,648 --> 01:51:43,359 The man who put it on might object. 1281 01:51:43,651 --> 01:51:45,153 Just a little. 1282 01:51:46,904 --> 01:51:48,990 Goddamn it! 1283 01:51:50,825 --> 01:51:53,578 That's what I hate about this place: the jukebox. 1284 01:51:54,370 --> 01:51:56,164 We should have gone elsewhere. 1285 01:51:56,289 --> 01:51:58,249 I like the food here. 1286 01:52:03,004 --> 01:52:04,964 If it's not the jukebox, 1287 01:52:05,089 --> 01:52:07,341 it's those English-speaking snobs! 1288 01:52:08,176 --> 01:52:11,053 Fuck all you snobs! 1289 01:52:14,223 --> 01:52:17,727 Another beer? - No, I'm fine. I've had enough. 1290 01:52:17,852 --> 01:52:19,729 - One more! - No really. 1291 01:52:19,854 --> 01:52:21,439 You sure? 1292 01:52:21,564 --> 01:52:22,982 Whatever you say. 1293 01:52:26,777 --> 01:52:28,237 Cigarette? 1294 01:52:35,578 --> 01:52:37,872 Sure you don't want to go out somewhere? 1295 01:52:38,122 --> 01:52:39,707 Let's just go home. 1296 01:52:40,291 --> 01:52:42,335 Come on, relax! 1297 01:52:45,213 --> 01:52:47,173 I know what's on your mind. 1298 01:52:47,715 --> 01:52:49,550 Ligaya, right? 1299 01:52:53,638 --> 01:52:56,891 What did that Chinese guy threaten to do to her? 1300 01:52:58,726 --> 01:53:00,978 He said he'd kill her for sure. 1301 01:53:01,229 --> 01:53:02,897 What do you think? 1302 01:53:03,272 --> 01:53:05,066 Did he mean it? 1303 01:53:08,236 --> 01:53:10,655 You know, in India... 1304 01:53:13,282 --> 01:53:15,910 there are people who walk on burning coals, 1305 01:53:16,577 --> 01:53:18,329 yet they feel no pain. 1306 01:53:22,083 --> 01:53:23,876 They're called fakirs. 1307 01:53:29,757 --> 01:53:31,759 Think you could do that? 1308 01:53:35,304 --> 01:53:39,642 Think you could put out that cigarette in your palm? 1309 01:53:40,101 --> 01:53:42,103 I'd get burned for sure. 1310 01:53:53,072 --> 01:53:54,907 Put it out in mine. 1311 01:53:55,283 --> 01:53:58,202 Just one beer and you're already drunk. 1312 01:53:58,411 --> 01:54:01,163 Come on! Go ahead! 1313 01:54:01,330 --> 01:54:03,541 Forget it. 1314 01:54:09,130 --> 01:54:10,798 If you won't... 1315 01:54:11,132 --> 01:54:12,800 then I will. 1316 01:54:38,034 --> 01:54:39,577 Ligaya is dead. 1317 01:54:56,886 --> 01:54:59,305 It says she fell down some stairs 1318 01:54:59,889 --> 01:55:02,475 and hit her head on the cement floor. 1319 01:55:03,309 --> 01:55:07,355 But the autopsy revealed bruises on her neck. 1320 01:55:08,731 --> 01:55:10,775 WHERE IS JUSTICE? 1321 01:55:10,900 --> 01:55:14,403 This writer is demanding an unbiased investigation. 1322 01:55:15,363 --> 01:55:18,866 Earlier today, I borrowed that money... 1323 01:55:19,575 --> 01:55:21,869 and checked a few funeral homes. 1324 01:55:24,955 --> 01:55:27,708 I got lucky and found her. 1325 01:55:28,876 --> 01:55:31,796 The funeral's apparently tomorrow. 1326 01:55:32,880 --> 01:55:37,134 At least that's what the people there told me. 1327 01:57:26,827 --> 01:57:30,122 Whatever you're thinking now... 1328 01:57:30,956 --> 01:57:32,750 try to control yourself. 1329 01:57:33,334 --> 01:57:36,003 Let's give Ligaya a peaceful funeral. 1330 01:58:54,164 --> 01:58:56,083 Join the struggle! 1331 01:58:58,502 --> 01:59:00,129 Don't be afraid! 1332 01:59:03,549 --> 01:59:06,677 Down with capitalism! 1333 01:59:09,638 --> 01:59:12,433 - III see you later. - You going somewhere? 1334 01:59:12,558 --> 01:59:14,685 I'll gonna walk around a bit. 1335 01:59:14,810 --> 01:59:16,979 - Aren't you tired? - No. 1336 01:59:19,189 --> 01:59:21,400 Here's the money you lent me. 1337 01:59:21,525 --> 01:59:23,777 Keep it. You might need it. 1338 01:59:23,944 --> 01:59:25,946 You can return the money you borrowed. 1339 01:59:26,071 --> 01:59:27,448 Fine. 1340 01:59:28,407 --> 01:59:32,286 Just don't let this crowd pull you in! - Don't worry. 1341 01:59:32,453 --> 01:59:34,163 See you, and thanks. 1342 02:01:39,246 --> 02:01:40,873 Where's Ah Tek? 1343 02:01:41,415 --> 02:01:42,750 What do you want? 1344 02:01:42,916 --> 02:01:45,210 Tell him I want to talk to him. 1345 02:01:45,544 --> 02:01:47,296 Who are you? 1346 02:01:47,421 --> 02:01:50,674 Tell him a friend wants to see him. 1347 02:01:51,091 --> 02:01:52,593 Just a minute. 1348 02:02:15,616 --> 02:02:18,619 Who are you? What do you want? 1349 02:03:02,037 --> 02:03:03,539 Help! 1350 02:03:03,705 --> 02:03:05,582 Help! 1351 02:03:05,707 --> 02:03:06,917 Police! 1352 02:03:50,961 --> 02:03:52,963 He's got an ice pick! 1353 02:03:53,463 --> 02:03:55,966 - What did he do? - He killed a Chinese guy! 1354 02:03:57,467 --> 02:03:58,385 Beat him up! 1355 02:03:59,887 --> 02:04:01,388 Come on! 1356 02:04:03,348 --> 02:04:05,559 Let's teach him a lesson! 1357 02:04:05,934 --> 02:04:08,061 - He's trapped! - Get him! 88005