
Pinay, American Style
Overview
PX, short for Paula Xavier (Vilma Santos) was an illegal alien in New York City. She’s broke and waiting for her fiancé to fulfill his promise of marriage despite the fact that he has already married an American to secure a green card. Hiding from the authorities, PX met two men who are willing to take care of her but conflicts arise as the two want to maintain a serious relationship with her.
Top Cast


Vilma Santos
Vilma Santos
PX
Vilma Santos
PX


Christopher de Leon
Christopher de Leon
Chris
Christopher de Leon
Chris


Bembol Roco
Bembol Roco
Nonoy
Bembol Roco
Nonoy
Cocoy Laurel
Cocoy Laurel
Cocoy Laurel
Rosa Mia
Rosa Mia
Rosa Mia
Alexandra Dulaney
Alexandra Dulaney
Dianne
Alexandra Dulaney
Dianne


Nova Villa
Nova Villa
Nova Villa


Bella Flores
Bella Flores
Bella Flores
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