

Escape
1995-01-25 · 117 min · ★ 8.0
Set during the terrifying reign of Filipino despot, Marcos, two upper caste but very different strangers team up to try and survive the physical and mental torture they undergo after they are suddenly jailed. Geny is the conservative businessman while Serge is more sensitive and outgoing. Both of the young men's parents give all of their money, but the government refuses to free them. Even a mutual hunger strike fails to move their jailers. In desperation, Geny and Serge begin plotting their escape.
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Production details
- Directors
- Chito S. Roño
- Production companies
- Star Cinema – ABS-CBN Film Productions
- Countries
- Philippines
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Christopher de LeonGeny Lopez, Jr.
Richard GomezSerge Osmena III
Dina BonnevieChita Lopez
Ricky DavaoAtty. Jake Almeda-Lopez
Armando GoyenaDon Eugenio
Mark Anthony FernandezGabby
Eric FructuosoRaffy
Farrah FlorerMarissa
Paula PeralejoGina
Camille PratsRoberta
Maila GumilaMinnie Osmena
Mark GilJess Cabarrus
Joel TorreJorge Cabardo
Dido dela PazBen Guingona
Augusto VictaPrimoTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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