Lino Brocka

Born 7 April 1939 in Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines

Died 22 May 1991 (aged 52)

Catalino "Lino" Ortiz Brocka (1939-1991) was a Filipino film director. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and significant filmmakers in the history of Philippine cinema. In 1983, he founded the organization Concerned Artists of the Philippines (CAP), dedicated to helping artists address issues confronting the country. Brocka was openly gay and often incorporated LGBT themes into his films.