Critics noted that while the game-fixing narrative is familiar, the film serves as a portrait of a complex woman navigating various roles—from a "whore with a heart of gold" to a "manipulative schemer". Despite its testosterone-driven environment of sports and goons, the narrative is ultimately steered by its female characters.
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The story follows (Nathalie Hart), a beautiful and manipulative small-time bookie. She recruits a promising but naive semi-pro basketball player, Simon (JC De Vera), into the world of game-fixing. As Tisay and Simon become romantically involved, she is pressured by her maniacal boss, Brando (Joel Torre), to lure her new lover into fixing matches for profit. The film's concept was inspired by real-world point-shaving documentaries and interviews with individuals in the gambling business. Cast and Crew Director/Writer : Borgy Torre Lead Cast : Nathalie Hart as Tisay JC De Vera as Simon Joel Torre as Brando Critics noted that while the game-fixing narrative is
Tisay Review: It's a woman's world. ... Your browser can't play this video. ... An error occurred. Try watching this video on www. WINNERS: Cinema One Originals Festival 2016 - CinemaBravo She recruits a promising but naive semi-pro basketball
: Angelina Kanapi (Tessa), Isabel Granada (Rey), and Roland Sales (SPO4 Gallardo) Key Production Crew : Executive Producer : Ronald Arguelles Cinematographer : Ber Cruz Composer : Francis De Veyra Production Designer : Michael Español Themes and Critical Reception