Room Boy
Synopsis
Luis, a motel room boy, finds out the place where he is renting a room is about to be demolished. This sends him hunting for a new place to live with the help of Melba, a prostitute who is a regular client at the motel. Lonely and vulnerable, Luis starts falling for Melba. But giving into his emotions means abandoning his wife, Mercy, who is recuperating from a mental relapse in a mental institution. Torn between his new found love and marital vows, Luis turns his room hunting into an emotional journey that leads to his ultimate dwelling place.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aloy Adlawan
- Screenplay & Story
- Aloy Adlawan
- Original Title
- Room Boy
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aloy Adlawan
Aloy Adlawan
Department Leadership Roster
Aloy Adlawan
Director
Aloy Adlawan
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Room Boy.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Room Boy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Room Boy about?
Luis, a motel room boy, finds out the place where he is renting a room is about to be demolished. This sends him hunting for a new place to live with the help of Melba, a prostitute who is a regular client at the motel. Lonely and vulnerable, Luis starts falling for Melba. But giving into his emotions means abandoning his wife, Mercy, who is recuperating from a mental relapse in a mental institution. Torn between his new found love and marital vows, Luis turns his room hunting into an emotional journey that leads to his ultimate dwelling place.
Who directed Room Boy?
Room Boy was directed by Aloy Adlawan.
Who stars in Room Boy?
The principal cast of Room Boy includes Polo Ravales, Meryll Soriano, Chanda Romero, Ynez Veneracion, Rechie A. Del Carmen.
When was Room Boy released and how long is it?
Room Boy was released in 2005 with a total runtime of Unknown.