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Bruno (1988)

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How it feels

A vigilante named Bruno takes the law into his own hands to confront crime and corruption. The film follows his violent quest for justice in a harsh and unforgiving setting.

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What happens

Bruno is a 1988 Filipino action film directed by Jun Raquiza and starring Max Laurel as the titular character, alongside Ken Snell, Jane Castellvi, and Vicky Roa. It was released in early April 1988. Luciano E. Soriano of the Manila Standard gave the film a negative review, criticizing it as a trite entry to the vigilante film genre with forgettable performances, though he commended its bleak cinematography. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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