Seven Sacks of Rice (2016)

Until when will a family full of love live happily amidst poverty?

Genre : Family, Drama

Runtime : 1H 43M

Director : Maricel Cariaga
Writer : Maricel Cariaga

Synopsis

Dreaming of a better life, Balong counts the sacks of rice they have left, the money they need, and the little moments that led to an inevitable departure that will leave them all affected.

Actors

Arnold Reyes
Arnold Reyes
Sue Prado
Sue Prado
Micko Lamente
Micko Lamente
Alfonso Ynigo Delen
Alfonso Ynigo Delen
Miel Espinoza
Miel Espinoza

Crews

Maricel Cariaga
Maricel Cariaga
Director
Maricel Cariaga
Maricel Cariaga
Screenplay

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