Evolution of a Filipino Family
Sep 17 2004
•10h 25m
•Drama
Depicting the struggles of Filipinos in rural areas under the brutal Marcos regime, a family of poor farmers tries to overcome the challenges brought on by corruption and greed for power.
Cast
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Pen Medina
Kadyo
Ronnie Lazaro
Fernando
Angel Aquino
Rica
Joel Torre
Mayor
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