The critically acclaimed Filipino film 'Balota,' directed by Kip Oebanda, will be available on Netflix worldwide starting January 31. The film, starring Marian Rivera, earned her the Cinemalaya Best Actress Award for her performance. 'Balota' is a satirical blend of suspense, thriller, and comedy that explores the dedication of teachers in protecting the integrity of elections.
' Balota ,' the highly-acclaimed film from GMA Pictures and GMA Entertainment Group, will stream globally on Netflix beginning January 31.Written and directed by Kip Oebanda, the film stars Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera , whose outstanding performance garnered much praise and earned her the Cinemalaya Best Actress Award.
It narrates the story of a land-grabbing tycoon and a former male sexy actor who are locked in a tight race for the mayoral seat of a small town in the Philippines.One of the featured full-length films during the 20th edition of Cinemalaya, 'Balota' was a box-office hit. Its popularity led to a successful five-week commercial theatrical run due to public demand.
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