Manila Lockdown

Overview

In March 2020, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte imposed a strict lockdown in the capital, Manila, and surrounding areas. For Lito, his family, and millions of other urban slum dwellers across the city, a hard lockdown means no work. No work means no food. Hungry citizens take to the streets in protest. The president orders the police and military to shoot anyone making trouble. Curfews are imposed and arrests are made. Aid arrives but it is not enough. As the restrictions continue throughout 2020, Lito navigates a daily struggle to save his family - from hunger and the pandemic.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

October 21, 2021

Original language

Filipino

Spoken languages

Tagalog

Countries

Philippines

Production

Al Jazeera English

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded