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Here in the mountains,

far from the town,

there's a popular diversion among women.

We call it…

"Paluwagan."

On the letter "O"...

- What is it? - What is it?

- Heck, yeah! - What’s that?

Our favorite position!

- What’s that? - Or maybe it's just mine.

Of course, 69!

- Oh my god! - Woohoo!

This is Marites.

A vendor who patiently brings her goods

and products to the mountains.

- Hey, Marites! - Hey sis!

- Hi ladies! - Hey, Marites!

- Oh my! - Hey, calm down.

- Hey, our order! - Hey, our order!

- I brought all your orders! - Yes!

Because the town is so far from our place,

everyone buys from her.

She started our unique…

Paluwagan.

In the secret version of our paluwagan

here in the mountains,

each participant contributes

twenty pesos per day

from Monday to Friday,

or a total of one hundred pesos

per head each week.

And every Saturday,

one person gets a payout of one thousand pesos.

The one who receives the payout can choose:

One thousand pesos cash,

or pleasure.

If you choose pleasure,

Hector will be yours.

You can have him for two days,

and one night.

In a hut in the middle of the jungle,

you can do whatever you want.

If a woman doesn’t want to use the hut,

she can take Hector home

but for an additional fee.

By the next day,

before the sun sets,

the woman must release Hector.

And if Hector doesn’t return right away,

there’s a penalty of another one thousand pesos

for each day he doesn’t come back.

- Did you complete your contribution? - Of course!

If you completed it, you have no problem.

- Oh, really? - I’ll take you to the hut.

Just make sure you come back here on Saturday.

Hector is all yours.

Indulge yourself until your pussy's sore!

Almost all the men in the mountains

work as construction workers in the nearby town

at the subdivision Mayor is building.

They only come back once a month

to visit their loved ones

so only the women

are left here in the mountains.

Because he needed to make money,

Tata Etchor once asked Marites for help

to get him a job at Mayor's construction.

But they said

there were no vacancies left.

Marites.

Oh.

Thank you very much.

I'm so grateful.

Uh...

Um...

Thank you.

I’m really struggling now, too.

We don’t even have money to buy rice.

"We"?

Wait, is someone here with you, Tata?

Uh,

yes…

Um...

Mm…

This is Hector.

A stocky man.

Handsome,

- strong. - Hey.

And it's every woman’s dream

to have a taste of him here in the mountains.

Tata Etchor.

I’ve thought of a way

for us to make use of that man.

Hm?

Because in the village,

we have a "paluwagan."

And I thought of

giving him a job.

The truth is,

he’s not related to Tata Etchor.

He doesn’t even know him.

He found the man

unconscious by the river.

It seems like he came from another place

and ended up in our barrio.

Tata Etchor brought him to his hut

and treated his wounds.

But days have passed,

and he still hasn’t woken up.

Until one day,

he suddenly opened his eyes

and was so confused about where he was.

The old man then told him

how he found him by the riverside.

The old man asked him

who he was and where he came from.

But he said he couldn’t remember his name

or where he was from.

All he could remember,

was that he was flying

and fell off a cliff.

We’ll sell Hector

and offer him to the women in the village?

Son of a bitch!

What you're describing is prostitution!

Shit.

Tata Etchor,

let’s be practical.

Well... You have no money left.

Where will you get money to buy food,

rice, and your medicine?

And what about your needs here at home?

You have to use your brain now, Tata Etchor.

And after all,

he’s a man.

He's got nothing to lose.

And he'll stay tight.

We’ll keep it a secret.

For every one thousand pesos

I collect every week,

I’ll give you and Hector 600 pesos.

And I’ll keep 400 for myself.

Wow,

that’s a lot of money, Tata Etchor!

Better than the small amounts

you’re getting from selling your harvested vegetables.

Plus,

you’re getting weak.

Your knee is wounded.

Let the man do the work

and just rest here at home.

Okay, Tata.

If I can’t convince you,

that’s fine, too.

In case you change your mind,

just look for me in the village.

Well, then.

I’ll be on my way.

The name 'Hector'

was a name Tata Etchor borrowed

from his late son.

And for now,

that's what they called him.

[breathing heavily]

[groaning]

[breathing heavily]

Poor Tata Etchor.

He doesn’t talk much.

Turns out, he hasn't been feeling well.

He really needs to rest now

and stop working.

Hey!

Hector, take it easy.

This rice wine is strong.

I’m fine.

Don’t priests drink alcohol, too?

Yes, why? Are you a priest?

And are you used to drinking?

It just crossed my mind.

Why do you take care of Tata Etchor like that?

You’re not even related, right?

He's a good person.

Did you know, just like you,

he saved me, too?

It’s probably been five years now.

My husband and I were on our way

to this land we inherited

to sell and bring some goods.

But we were ambushed.

They stopped us and took our goods

and our money.

That wasn’t enough for them,

they raped me.

The military,

they were threatening us.

My husband fought back.

While they were raping me,

they shot my husband.

And me?

They left me in the middle of the land I inherited.

Tata Etchor was heaven-sent.

Because he’s the one who saved me.

He happened to pass by and helped me.

But don’t be sad,

I’m okay now.

Those soldiers who wronged us...

they’re all dead.

I guess we were both saved by Tata Etchor.

That’s why I feel such a great debt of gratitude towards him.

I told myself,

I’d do anything to help him.

I’d even sell my soul to the devil

if I have to.

Really?

You’re not kidding?

You’d do anything for Tata Etchor?

Because in his condition now,

he has no way to earn money.

Especially since he’s sick.

So I hope,

you’ll be the one to earn a livelihood for the both of you.

But how?

I don’t even know who I am.

Who would give me a job?

Did you know

I was offering you a job earlier

when Tata Etchor and I were talking?

But he didn’t want to.

He didn’t get to tell you.

But if you really want to help

and work,

here’s what you have to do.

Really?

Alright, show me.

Let's go inside your room.

This is what we're going to do.

Listen carefully.

You see my palm?

This is like my lips and yours.

Then, do this.

Hector...

Ah, Hector...

Oh, you feel so good!

Shit, Hector.

You're really good at this.

- Ah! Wow! - That guy’s really good!

I want him, too!

You're riding him really good,

like a porn star!

You look like a pro!

- So big! - Oh my god!

- He's so dreamy! - Oh my gosh.

He's so big!

You said it!

Alright, alright.

Since you all want to taste

and experience

the same pleasure I did...

- Of course! - Alright!

Listen carefully to what I’m going to say.

Come on. Gather around!

What is it?

Because I’m going to explain

our new paluwagan!

- What’s that? - How does that work?

- Let’s see! - This man right here...

- Hmm? - You’ll get to taste him too!

Really?

Whoever's next in line in our paluwagan!

- Who’s next? Who’s next? - Are you joining?

- Can I go first? - We’re joining!

Ohh, Itong.

That's it. Faster!

[mumbling]

- I told you. - Huh? Are you close?

I already came.

What?

I came ages ago.

What the hell, Itong.

You're so quick.

I didn’t even finish.

Sorry.

I’m just tired from work.

You know, I just came from the construction.

I came home because I missed you so much.

That’s exactly it.

We barely have sex,

and when we do, you get soft so quickly.

You're pissing me off.

Don’t worry, next time I come home,

I’ll stay longer

so we'll have more time with each other.

Whatever.

Get dressed.

You might miss the motorcycle taxi.

They might look for you in town.

You might even lose your job.

- Oh, don’t forget your share. - I’ll give you the payment later.

Like you.

It’s fine.

She's also like that.

- It’s all good. - Don't be mad.

Hold on.

- My turn now. - Girl, girl.

Looks like Julia got a good watering from Itong again, huh?

Yeah, right?

But what's with her face?

She looks like she lost a bet or something.

You're right.

The rumor is,

that Itong’s johnny is small.

What?

Probably why they

finish so quickly when they have sex.

I’ll make it up to you when I get back, okay?

- Okay. - But girls, look at them.

They’ve been married for over a year now...

- True. - But they still haven't gotten pregnant.

- Do you know why? - Why?

Because Itong’s penis is small!

You know too much!

Well, it’s true,

but you know,

it’s a shame for that girl.

She’s got such a pretty face.

- Absolutely. - And her body,

hot as hell.

- Yeah. - You said it.

She married the wrong guy.

He’s not even jumbo!

You’re too much!

I'm putting all your names down, then.

- Take care. - Okay, okay.

Okay, go back to your bingo cards!

[girls chattering]

Hey!

Hey, Julia!

- Hey! - And then the devil

- Oh, what is it? - herself came up to me.

So, do you want to join our paluwagan?

Huh?

Paluwagan?

What will I even get out of that?

Listen.

This is what I was explaining

to the other women here earlier.

So I’ll explain it to you again.

And I think,

this is the answer

to your problem

with your husband.

Well?

Join us.

Marites explained

a possible solution

to my miserable married life.

Hector...

Hector...

Ah, Hector!

Oh, you feel so good!

Shit.

Ah, Hector...

It feels so good!

Hector! Shit!

Oh, you feel so good!

This is for you. Here's your bonus.

Who knows, one day,

maybe your memory will come back.

It’s good to have some fare money.

But... Haven’t I been paid?

You already gave Tata Etchor

our share for this week?

Come on,

just take it.

After all,

you make me happy, too.

You really feel so good, Hector.

That’s why our clients

are so satisfied with you.

You’re so strong.

You never run out of semen.

Oh, Julia.

It’s already noon.

I thought you weren’t coming.

Hector, this is Julia.

She’s married, you know.

But look at her,

so fresh and

so beautiful.

Her body just makes you go crazy.

Not like my other friends.

They’re so ugly, and they smell like urine!

How are you?

Are you okay?

Hector,

I’m Julia.

Marites,

maybe we should stop this?

I’m getting nervous.

I don’t think I can do this.

I don’t know why.

Julia,

just calm down.

It’s just Hector.

And come on,

there’s nobody out here.

Not a soul will see you two.

It would be such a waste if you don’t use your payout.

Julia, you know, sometimes,

you need to taste other dishes

to find out what’s really delicious.

Your husband, with his tiny eggplant,

or Hector,

who has a big and delicious hotdog.

There, you’re laughing now.

So, where do you wanna do it?

Alright,

I’m leaving.

Maybe Julia’s just shy.

But who knows,

when I’m gone,

she might actually be wild.

I’ll leave it to you two to do your thing!

Enjoy yourselves.

So, are we gonna dance around this?

Where do you wanna do it?

Don’t tell Marites, okay?

Let’s not stay here.

I know a more hidden spot.

Come with me.

Let’s go.

Don’t be scared.

This is where my husband secretly used to take me.

You’re really beautiful when you smile.

Oh,

are you starting to fall for me?

Hector, come on.

I’m married.

Remember,

you can’t fall in love with me.

That's sad...

So, does that mean you don’t remember anything?

You don’t remember who you are, or your past?

Yes.

Good thing

Tata Etchor saved me.

That’s why I owe him a lot.

I’m sorry, Julia,

if this is all I can do for work.

This is the only way I know

to help with the expenses for Tata Etchor.

I hope you understand.

Of course.

Come on.

I’m not judging you.

It means a great deal to me to have met you, Hector.

I'll admit,

throughout the two years

I’ve been with my husband,

I can count on one hand

the times he’s made me happy in bed.

That’s probably why we haven’t had children.

You, on the other hand, when you make love, it’s different.

It feels like I’m in heaven.

You make me lose my breath.

Really?

I'm sorry to hear that.

Good thing you joined Marites’ paluwagan.

Now,

you’ve tasted the food of the gods.

You know,

I’ve got an idea.

Why don’t we leave the village behind?

Let’s run away together.

After all, didn’t you say,

you like me?

And I like you, too.

I think I’d have a happy life with you, Hector.

I think,

I'm in love with you.

Really?

Even knowing

that I don’t remember who I am?

I love you, too, Julia.

I feel different about you.

But I think we should slow down.

Let’s not rush into things.

There’s still plenty of time,

and we have until tomorrow.

Let’s just make the most of every moment.

While Hector and I were happily together,

like Adam and Eve in paradise,

chaos was brewing back in our village.

Why did you bring me here?

- I haven't done anything wrong! - Move!

Hey, Marites!

- Damn it. Hey, you! - You’ve got it wrong.

- Oh my god! - Where’s my wife?

You’re the one behind this paluwagan, aren’t you?

Show me where my wife is right now,

you bitch or I’ll kill you!

Go ahead, kill me!

But my death won’t wash away

the sins of the women here!

Here, look.

I’ve got a list.

Merly, Pacing, Anita, Rosalinda,

Mameng, Dolor, Sai, Conchita

Puring, and Julia!

Oh my god!

And I've got more names right here!

- [people murmuring] - Here, look.

And your video evidence can’t lie either.

Here on the tablet.

- Oh no, there’s a video. - What? Oh my god.

- She has evidence against us. - Unbelievable.

You’re going to drag us all into your mess?

- We won’t allow it. - That bitch.

Don’t you know?

- I taught Hector - [people murmuring]

- to video the women - [people murmuring]

- who slept with him. - [people murmuring]

- [people murmuring] - Oh my god...

Did you think you could pin this all on me?

You fools!

- If I go to jail, - Unbelievable!

- I’ll make sure - [people murmuring]

all of your families are ruined first!

What?

What do you all have to say now?

- Surprised, aren’t you? - [people murmuring]

All the women here are so thirsty for sex!

You disgusting woman!

You started all of this,

and now you’re going to betray us?

[people clamoring]

- You bitch! - Damn you!

You have no shame!

Bitch!

You're an animal!

Whore!

Damn you!

Enough!

Stop it!

We are all in on it!

All of us have sinned!

If anyone should be held accountable,

it’s all of us!

Because we indulged our sinfulness.

Gave in to temptation!

Became worldly!

So we all deserve to be punished.

Not just Marites,

but all of us!

All of us!

While I was with Hector,

that’s when I truly felt happiness.

But it’s also

when I felt the deepest pain,

fear and loneliness.

The man I thought I would

love forever and rely on,

I didn’t really know.

And he ended up leaving me suddenly.

Even though Itong took me back,

it wasn’t the same as before.

He had grown cold towards me.

He now treated me

like a servant and plaything.

He spent more and more time in town.

He rarely came home.

The women here in the mountains

continued on with their lives.

It was as if nothing had happened.

Tata Etchor also passed away.

His final wish before he died

was to be buried on his land in the mountains,

right beside his child’s grave.

No one knows where Hector is anymore.

He vanished just as quickly

as he had appeared.

For today's headlines...

The missionary priest who had been missing

for ten months has been found since

- his helicopter crashed - And Marites is now in jail.

on his way to the island of San Isidro.

According to Father Enrico Villanueva,

he has no recollection of the places he had been to.

But the rotating credit scheme she started in the mountains

continues to this day.

It’s now widespread in town

under Mayor’s construction project.

Seems like everyone's eager to join in on...

Paluwagan.