Lino Brocka
April 7, 1939 (85 years old) in Sorsogon, Philippines
Catalino "Lino" Ortiz Brocka was a Filipino film director. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and significant filmmakers in the history of Philippine cinema. In 1983, he founded the organization Concerned Artists of the Philippines (CAP), dedicated to helping artists address issues confronting the country. Brocka was openly gay and often incorporated LGBT themes into his films.
Known For
Credits
- 2024 ยทBrocka x Bernalas Self (archival footage)
- 2008 ยทOmensas Himself
- 1998 ยทLino: His Art and Lifeas Self
- 1987 ยทSigned: Lino Brockaas
- 1986 ยทBeyond the Mainstream: A Salute to Philippine Independent Cinemaas
- 1983 ยทVisions Cinema: Film in the Philippines - A Report by Tony Raynsas Self
- 1980 ยทKasal?as Wedding Sponsor (uncredited)
- 1976 ยทMortalas Mukha sa dilim
- 1975 ยทManila... A Filipino Filmas Self