Batang West Side
“A Filipino soul, lost and found on West Side Avenue.”
Synopsis
When a Filipino teen is found fatally shot on the streets of New Jersey, the investigation into his death reveals the struggles of the Filipino-American community, including the horrifying effects of methamphetamine on its youth.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-04-16
Top Cast
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Yul Servo
Hanzel Harana
Joel Torre
Juan Mijares
Gloria Diaz
Lolita Fordham
Priscilla Almeda
Dolores
Art Acuña
Bartolo
Ruben Tizon
Abdon
Raul Arellano
Dindo
Jomar Roldan
Frederick
Ged Merino
Adan
Joseph Pe
Tong
Michelle Salvador
Dahlia
Eric Celerio
Filmmaker
Angel Aquino
Elvira Pareño
Malik Walton
Falcon
Arianne Recto
Dr. Santos
Mac Alejandre
Hanzel's Father
Liza Deocampo
Ilongga
Preston Barnes
Gordon Fordham
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cinemanila International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 24, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lav Diaz
- Screenplay & Story
- Lav Diaz
- Original Score
- Joey Ayala
- Original Title
- Batang West Side
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- English, Tagalog
- Runtime
- 5h 1m
- Production Studios
- Hinabing Pangarap Productions, JMCN
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lav Diaz
Lav Diaz
Joey Ayala
Ruben Lee, Antonio Ponti, Miguel V. Fabie III
Ronald Allan Dale
Joey Gosiengfiao, Antonio S. Veloria
Department Leadership Roster
Joey Gosiengfiao
Producer
Cesar Hernando
Production Design
Joey Ayala
Original Music Composer
Lav Diaz
Director
Miguel V. Fabie III
Director of Photography
Lav Diaz
Screenplay
Ronald Allan Dale
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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BD Release: 2001-2005
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Frequently Asked Questions About Batang West Side
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Batang West Side about?
When a Filipino teen is found fatally shot on the streets of New Jersey, the investigation into his death reveals the struggles of the Filipino-American community, including the horrifying effects of methamphetamine on its youth.
Who directed Batang West Side?
Batang West Side was directed by Lav Diaz.
Who stars in Batang West Side?
The principal cast of Batang West Side includes Yul Servo, Joel Torre, Gloria Diaz, Priscilla Almeda, Art Acuña.
When was Batang West Side released and how long is it?
Batang West Side was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 5h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Batang West Side?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Batang West Side was composed by Joey Ayala.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Batang West Side?
Batang West Side holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).