Manila Lockdown

Manila Lockdown 2021 Directed by Ditsi Carolino

One of the Longest COVID Lockdowns

In March 2020, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte imposed a strict lockdown in the capital, Manila, and surrounding areas. For Lito, his family, and millions of other urban slum dwellers across the city, a hard lockdown means no work. No work means no food. Hungry citizens take to the streets in protest. The president orders the police and military to shoot anyone making trouble. Curfews are imposed and arrests are made. Aid arrives but it is not enough. As the restrictions continue throughout 2020, Lito navigates a daily struggle to save his family - from hunger and the pandemic.

Country Philippines

Production Country Philippines

Language Tagalog

Spoken Language Tagalog

Gnere Documentary

Production Company Al Jazeera English

Release Date 21 October 2021

25 mins