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Eskapo (1995)

Eskapo (1995)

Action Drama Thriller

The story of escape. An escape from tyranny.

Release Date: 1995, January 25
Directors: Chito S. Roño
Countries: Philippines
Production: Star Cinema – ABS-CBN Film Productions
Cast: Joel Torre, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Augusto Victa, Richard Gomez, Ricky Davao, Christopher de Leon, Dido dela Paz, Teresa Loyzaga, Maila Gumila, Miguel Faustmann, Dina Bonnevie, Camille Prats

Overview:

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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