Batch ’81

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  • Feature Film

Mike de Leon’s groundbreaking psychological drama is an unflinching study of sadomasochistic college fraternity traditions.

Two shirtless men wearing blindfolds standing closely together in a dimly lit room.

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Content Note

Contains sexualised violence, politicised violence and historical depictions of race, which viewers may find offensive.

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This newly restored film copy is made available courtesy of the Asian Film Archive.

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Mike de Leon

Mike de Leon is an acclaimed filmmaker from the Philippines. De Leon’s films reflect on the Filipino psyche, asking questions about social class, belonging, political absurdities, and fragmentation of various forms. His films include Kakabakaba Ka Ba? (1980), Kisapmata (1981), and Bayaning Third World (1999).

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