
In the heart of Manila, a rookie pickpocket crosses paths with Baldo, the so-called "king of pickpockets".
Directed by Pablo Santiago, Batang Quiapo leans on a strong ensemble — Fernando Poe Jr., Maricel Soriano, Sheryl Cruz — 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 action titles of 1986.
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A film projectionist longs to be a detective, and puts his meager skills to work when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend's father's pocketwatch.
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