Scenes from the bustling streets of Manila reveal the daily lives of its residents. Since July 2022, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has served as president, with Sara Duterte as vice president. Kiri Dalena and Ben Brix present a two-channel video installation that combines aerial footage with ground-level shots. Individuals navigate various activities, including attending school, driving to work, and participating in cultural events. Some moments are spontaneous, while others are reenacted, blending documentary with drama. The work reflects the vibrant yet complex urban environment of the Philippines' capital.

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See daily life in Manila through unique aerial and ground-level shots.
Meet individuals navigating life under current Philippine leadership.
Find out how reenactments blend with real moments in the film.

Did You Know

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has been president of the Philippines since July 2022.
The film features over 12 million people living in the Manila metropolitan area.
The duration of Walang Masulingan is 37 minutes.
Vice President Sara Duterte is the daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte.

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Who is the current president of the Philippines?

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has been governing the Philippines as its president since July 2022.

What is the duration of the documentary 'Walang Masulingan'?

The documentary 'Walang Masulingan' has a duration of 37 minutes.

What significant political figures are featured in the documentary?

The documentary features Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the current president, and Sara Duterte, the vice president and daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte.

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