Istokwa
1996 · 114 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama
Two teenage boys escape from their mothers and embark a journey that turns into a misadventure leading to self-discovery about themselves.
Directed by Chito S. Roño · Written by Roy Iglesias
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Mark Anthony Fernandez Migo - S Spencer Reyes Iggy
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Giselle Toengi Jenny -
Angelika dela Cruz Lea -
Jhong Hilario Nestor - J Joseph de Leon Lester
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Vhong Navarro Macky - J Joey Andres Jules
- N Nikko Manalo Sonny
- C Chris Cruz Vince
- M Michael Foz-Sesmundo Ken
- R Rivermaya Band in Watering Hole
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