Utang ng Ama | |
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Directed by | Tony Y. Reyes |
Written by | Mel Mendoza-del Rosario |
Produced by | Eric Cuatico |
Starring | |
Cinematography | Ely Cruz |
Edited by | Rene Dugtong |
Music by | Elhmir Saison |
Production company | |
Distributed by | Maverick Films |
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Running time | 100 minutes |
Country | Philippines |
Language | Filipino |
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