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Now Showing (2008)

Movie ★ 7.4 280 min

Drama

Rita is named after a famous American movie star whom her late, former actress grandmother once adored. She lives in one of Manila’s oldest districts with her busy mother and entrepreneurial aunt. Years later, she is still the same girl enamoured with television, now also tending to her aunt’s stall selling pirated DVD movies. Elsewhere, there survives footages of a movie done before the war.

Raya Martin Writer Raya Martin Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 22, 2008
Runtime
280 min
IMDb
tt1226247
Language
Studio
Atopic films

Cast

Ness Roque Ness Roque Young Rita Adriana Agcaoili Mom Antônio Vianna Daisy Carino Tita Maila Romero Grownup Rita Via Antonio Via Antonio Arianne

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Frequently asked questions

What is Now Showing about?
Rita is named after a famous American movie star whom her late, former actress grandmother once adored. She lives in one of Manila’s oldest districts with her busy mother and entrepreneurial aunt. Years later, she is still the same girl enamoured with television, now also tending to her aunt’s stall selling pirated DVD movies. Elsewhere, there survives footages of a movie done before the war.
Who directed Now Showing?
Now Showing was directed by Raya Martin.
Who stars in Now Showing?
Now Showing stars Ness Roque, Adriana Agcaoili, Antônio Vianna, Daisy Carino.
When was Now Showing released?
Now Showing is a 2008 drama film.
Where can I watch Now Showing?
You can watch Now Showing with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.