Rafael Manuel builds his first feature out of stillness and repetition - long composed takes of tee boxes and locker rooms - and lets the comedy curdle into something colder as the caddies' own pecking order comes into focus. It is a class satire about the Philippines that never raises its voice, executive produced by Jia Zhangke. If you want the kind of debut repertory audiences argue about afterward, this is it.
What to expect
A 100-minute feature in Filipino, English and Ilokano with English subtitles, screening several times a day in one of Film Forum's four small houses. The pace is deliberate and the humor dry, so it rewards a rested audience over a late show. Film Forum runs no commercials before the feature.
Good to know
- 1 to Houston Street or the C/E to Spring Street leaves a short walk to 209 West Houston
- Film Forum members pay a reduced admission, and membership pays for itself quickly if you go often
- The film is subtitled throughout, so a seat with a clear sightline matters
- Houses are small - book ahead for the evening shows
- The theater is wheelchair accessible with accessible restrooms
- Showtimes shift week to week, so check the listing before you head over
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Common questions
Is the film subtitled?
Yes. It is in Filipino, English and Ilokano with English subtitles throughout.
How long is it?
About 100 minutes, with no intermission.
Where is Film Forum?
209 West Houston Street in Manhattan, between Sixth Avenue and Varick Street.
