The Halt
2019 dystopian drama film by Lav Diaz
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The Halt (Filipino: Ang Hupa[2]) 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.[3][4]
| The Halt | |
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| Filipino | Ang Hupa |
| Directed by | Lav Diaz |
| Written by | Lav Diaz |
| Starring | Hazel Orencio Joel Lamangan Piolo Pascual Shaina Magdayao |
| Cinematography | Daniel Uy |
| Edited by | Lav Diaz |
Production companies | Sine Olivia Pilipinas Spring Films |
| Distributed by | ARP Sélection |
Release date |
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Running time | 276 minutes |
| Country | Philippines[1] |
Synopsis
Set in 2034[5] 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
Reception
Critical response
On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 88% based on 8 reviews.[6]
Awards
It won Best Film at the Asian Film Festival Barcelona.[7]
