Maricris Sioson Story: Japayuki (2007)
Filipina Maricris Sioson (Ruffa Gutierrez) travels to Japan to begin a career as a nightclub entertainer, which she hopes will allow her to provide for her family. Based on real events, this film follows Maricris's tragic death and the subsequent investigation. Human rights advocate Cynthia Gallardo… More
Filipina Maricris Sioson (Ruffa Gutierrez) travels to Japan to begin a career as a nightclub entertainer, which she hopes will allow her to provide for her family. Based on real events, this film follows Maricris's tragic death and the subsequent investigation. Human rights advocate Cynthia Gallardo (Janice De Belen) tackles the case and sheds light on the abusive conditions under which Filipina entertainers struggle.