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Controversial

6.519811h 56mMovieDrama

Brocka's potboiler about the rise of a starlet is the quintessential rags-to-riches, prey-turned-predator story, brimming with true-life anecdotes and an authentically acerbic sense of the seamier side of show business.

DirectorLino Brocka
WriterTony Perez
ProducerPeter L. Gan

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Cast · Directed by Lino Brocka

GAGina Alajar
Gina Alajar
Teresa / Karina Daluz
CSCharo Santos
Charo Santos
Mers Madsen
PSPhillip Salvador
Phillip Salvador
Alain Soriano
EGEddie Garcia
Eddie Garcia
Mauro Dizon
RCRez Cortez
Rez Cortez
Eddie Randal
JF
Joe Fabregas
Dick Conrado
AJ
Ariosto Reyes Jr.
Sonny
STSoxy Topacio
Soxy Topacio
Fedora
JLJoey Luna
Joey Luna
Dading
NL
Nina Lorenzo
Assistant
BM
Beth Mondragon
Assistant
MA
Mike Accion
Mike

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Controversial — streaming FAQ

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Controversial isn't streaming anywhere in Philippines yet.

Is Controversial on Netflix?

No, Controversial is not on Netflix in Philippines as of November 2026.

Is Controversial on Amazon Prime Video?

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Controversial isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Controversial?

Controversial hasn't started streaming in Philippines yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 8, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.