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Release Year2002
Runtime1h 42m
LanguageTagalog
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, Action, Crime
Votes2
DirectorFernando Poe Jr.
WritersFernando Poe Jr.
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsBatas Ng Lansangan
About Batas Ng Lansangan
Army Major RUBEN MEDRANO was once a part of an elite anti-kidnapping task force. An unfortunate incident during an operation got him suspended and sent back to Manila. There he tries to renew ties with his daughter MARISSA who has been living with his dead wives sister MARIEL. Marissa refuses to recognize her father because of all his shortcomings in the past. Nevertheless, Ruben decides to remain in the area. He soon discovers the presence of drug pushers and decides to do something about them. The drug lord who controls these pushers hires a hit-man named CARLOS to hunt down Ruben for meddling in his affairs. Soon the small community turns into a war-zone a Ruben tries to defend himself and those close to him from the attacks of these gangsters.
Directed by Fernando Poe Jr., Batas Ng Lansangan leans on a strong ensemble — Fernando Poe Jr., Dina Bonnevie, Roi Vinzon — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2002.
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