Burlesk King
1999, Tagalog. Directed by Mel Chionglo.
Harry leaves Olongapo, the former site of American bases, with his best friend James. They end up in Manila where they soon find work as macho dancers in a gay bar run by Mama Odette. Harry has a troubled past -- his American father used to pimp him and his mother, Betty. When his father accidentally killed his mother, Harry struck out on his own. He made a vow to kill his father.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tagalog
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- Released
- 10 March 1999
- Country
- Philippines
- Written by
- Ricky Lee
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Burlesk King runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
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Burlesk King isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 10 March 1999. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Burlesk King?
If you liked Burlesk King, try Manila in the Claws of Light, Insiang, An Englishman in New York.
Who directed Burlesk King?
Burlesk King (1999) was directed by Mel Chionglo and stars Rodel Velayo, Leonardo Litton, Elizabeth Oropesa.