Hari ng Yabang

Hari ng Yabang

1997 · 104 min · ★ 9.0 · Comedy

Driven with ambition and handsome looks, Edelbert is very optimistic to marry a rich girl. He pursues other women in their province, not minding his neighbor Elena who is in love with him but is not rich. One day, Elena accidentally overhears Edelbert that she is not the girl for him because of her status. Hurt, Elena leaves town. Soon after, Edelbert realizes Elena is important to him and started looking for her.

Directed by Artemio Marquez · Written by Artemio Marquez

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