Taon Noong Ako'y Anak sa Labas (2008)
Filmmaker John Torres describes his childhood and discusses his father's infidelities.
Top billed cast
- Errol Baclos
- Mario Lim
- Donna Miranda
- Ian Lomongo
- Chico Pace
- Nympha Torres
- Rodolfo Torres
- Topper Torres
Khavn
Raya Martin
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