Markova: Comfort Gay
A powerful story about a remarkable man...
2000 · 97 min · ★ 7.4 · Comedy, Drama, War
Escaping the torment of growing up with an abusive older brother, he and his friends found further suffering at the hands of Japanese soldiers, forced into sex work to survive. But even after the war, Markova's struggle continued.
Directed by Gil Portes · Written by Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
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Eric Quizon Walterina -
Epy Quizon Walter -
Andoy Ranay Sophie - F Freddie Quizon Bobby
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Ronnie Quizon Japanese Flutist -
Loren Legarda Loren Legarda -
Melvin Lee Carmen -
Dexter Doria Ina -
Joel Lamangan Konsehal Justo "JJ" Justo -
Nanding Josef Ama - R R. S. Francisco Minerva
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