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Men having sex with men. MSM refers to any man who has sex with a man, whether he identifies as gay, bisexual or heterosexual MSM is a documentary that redefines social attitudes towards men having sex with men. Stigmatization, discrimination and rejection social activities are a few of the reasons, which may explain the vulnerability of the HIV/AIDS in the Philippines. This documentary focuses on behavioral attitudes of MSM and a documentary on how to fully enjoy the pleasure of men to men sex safely. The documentary is based on interviews and personal contacts done by MSM themselves. Strictly Confidential The phenonmenon of men having sex with men dissected and exposed!

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