Bhoy (film)

Bhoy is a 2018 Filipino coming-of-age drama film directed by Adolfo Alix Jr. The film stars David Esguerra in the titular role, alongside JC de Vera, and Lucho Ayala. The story revolves around Bhoy, a young boy working as a houseboy in Manila, and explores themes of identity, family, and self-discovery amidst challenging social circumstances. The film premiered at the Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival in the Philippines. The narrative focuses on Bhoy's experiences as he navigates his new life, the relationships he forms, and the choices he faces that shape his understanding of the world and himself.