The Laughing Star

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Released October 27, 1983

Overview

One of the most caustic and personal essay films ever made, Werner Schroeter's account of the 1983 Manila Film Festival, presided over by Imelda Marcos, chronicles the legacy of American and Spanish imperialism as it presents a "kaleidoscope of a ravaged country."

Runtime

1h 50m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

Der lachende Stern


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Germany

Spoken Languages

  • Deutsch (German)
  • (Tagalog)
  • English

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