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The Masseur
The Masseur
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/10
100 Ratings

THE MASSEUR

Masahista

Directed by Brillante Mendoza
Philippines, 2005
Drama, LGBTQ+

Synopsis

In Manila, 20-year-old Iliac and his attractive male co-workers give massages and a whole lot more to their gay clientele. When Iliac’s philandering father passes away, the young man must reconcile his career as a sex worker with his role as son and brother to his grieving Mom and siblings.

Synopsis

In Manila, 20-year-old Iliac and his attractive male co-workers give massages and a whole lot more to their gay clientele. When Iliac’s philandering father passes away, the young man must reconcile his career as a sex worker with his role as son and brother to his grieving Mom and siblings.