Children of the War

Children of the War

2025 · Documentary

The documentary centers on the 1945 Battle of Manila, where over 100,000 civilians died during the 29-day conflict, destroying the city. Decades later, the film features seven survivors sharing their haunting memories of the event.

Directed by Mike Alcazaren

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