The Kite (1999)
1h 25m
Running Time
June 23, 1999Release Date
The Kite (1999)
1h 25m
Running Time
June 23, 1999Release Date
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Plot.
Though widowed ex-cop Homer is a kindly father to his ten-year old son Rex, he is considered to be something of a bully in the poor Manila neighborhood that he lives. After mistaking a child retrieving a snarled kite for a burglar, Homer kills the boy and then hurriedly tries to cover up his error. Unbeknownst to his dad, Rex witnessed the event, too. As the two separately wrestle with their consciences, the neighbors find out and chaos soon ensues.
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Release DateJune 23, 1999
Original NameSaranggola
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 25m
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Saranggola (international title: The Kite) is a 1999 Filipino drama film directed by Gil Portes, who co-wrote the film's story and screenplay with Jose Y. Dalisay Jr. It stars Ricky Davao, Lester Llansang and Jennifer Sevilla. It is a morality tale, showing murder and corruption through the eyes of a child.
Produced by Teamwork Productions and distributed by GMA Films, the film was theatrically released on June 23, 1999.