Ruined Heart: Another Lovestory Between a Criminal & a Whore

This film chronicles the tumultuous and violent relationship between a convicted murderer and a prostitute in Manila. Their forbidden love unfolds against a backdrop of poverty, crime, and societal neglect, portraying a raw and unflinching look at their desperate struggle for connection and survival. The narrative is punctuated by intense emotional highs and lows, reflecting the harsh realities of their environment.

'Ruined Heart' garnered attention for its extreme and provocative style, often polarizing critics. While some lauded its bold artistic vision and unflinching portrayal of Filipino society's underbelly, others found its gratuitous violence and bleak tone overwhelming and exploitative. The film's experimental nature and stark realism were key points of discussion, leading to a divisive reception.

• Praised for its artistic ambition and daring visual style.
• Criticized for its excessive violence and bleak, often overwhelming, narrative.
• Considered a provocative and controversial examination of love and survival in extreme circumstances.

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Screened at the Venice Film Festival (2014).

The film's director, Khavn, is known for his avant-garde and often controversial filmmaking style, frequently exploring dark and taboo subjects within Filipino society.