Under the Sun โ Season 1, Episode 1: Olongapo Rose
Documentary โข 50 min โข 11 seasons, 84 episodes
Episode synopsis
Olongapo City in the Philippines is bounded on one end by the US naval base on Subic Bay, and on the other by a line of massage parlours, bars, discos, pool-halls, and short-time hotels where 15,000 young and pretty Filipinas cater to the base's 'rest and recreation' needs. Rose is one of the bar-girls who dreams of marrying an American sailor. The dream comes true for over 1,000 Filipinas every year, but for many the way they earn their living has disastrous consequences. 1/10.
About Under the Sun
BBC series exploring cultures around the world.