Winner of the coveted Teddy award at the Berlin Film Festival, this directorial début is an assured, delightful film. In a poor part of Manila, 12-year-old Maximo is a confident boy who likes to dress up, has a clear sense of his gay identity, and has no problem showing it. When he falls for a young policeman, it causes a dramatic conflict.
The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveras
Directed by Auraeus Solito