From Manila with Love

About This Movie

So, 'From Manila with Love' is this fascinating retrospective that dives into the making of those 70's women-in-prison flicks, specifically 'The Big Doll House' and 'The Big Bird Cage.' It's got this raw, gritty vibe that mirrors the films it covers. The pacing feels very much like a conversation over a few drinks – sometimes it flows, other times it lingers on a point. You get to see behind-the-scenes footage, which adds this layer of authenticity. The interviews are where it shines, capturing the unique personalities of those involved. The themes of empowerment versus exploitation are explored with just the right touch of humor and nostalgia. It’s a love letter to a genre that, for some reason, has a charm that's hard to shake off.

Includes interviews with cast and crew. · Features rare behind-the-scenes footage. · Explores themes of empowerment in exploitation films.