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The Halt
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Wikipedia article
'The Halt' is a 2019 Filipino dystopian drama film edited, written, and directed by Lav Diaz. It was screened in the Directors' Fortnight section at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival.
Synopsis
Set in the 2030s after a massive volcanic eruption, Manila has been in the dark for the last three years without a single sunlight. Riots control countries and communities. Epidemics ravage the continent. Millions have died and millions more have left.
Cast
*Hazel Orencio
*Joel Lamangan
*Piolo Pascual
*Shaina Magdayao
Reception
On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 88% based on 8 reviews.
It won Best Film at the Asian Film Festival Barcelona.
References
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