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'The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros tells the story of Maxi (Nathan Lopez) a gay, pre-teen growing up in the slums of Manila, who is deeply loyal to his family of petty thieves. His world revolves around his father and two brothers, who love and protect him in return for Maxi's devotion to completing domestic chores and covering their tracks when they commit crimes. When Maxi meets Victor (JR Valentin) a well-meaning, handsome policeman, the two become fast friends and Maxi begins to learn that he can have a better life, which soon incurs the ire and disapproval of Maxi s family. The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros won the Teddy Award for Best Picture at the 2006 Berlin International Film Festival, and was the Philippines' official entry for the 2007 Oscars.' Shropshire Rainbow Film Festival

Marlon Rivera's Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank (The Woman in the Septic Tank) 2011 will no longer screen as part of this program. It is replaced with Kanakan Balintagos's Ang pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros (The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros) 2005.

Ages 18+