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Menggie Cobarrubias
Domingo "Menggie" Cobarrubias (August 10, 1951 – March 26, 2020) was a Filipino actor who appeared in approximately 200 television shows and films. Cobarrubias received a Gawad Urian Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 1979 film ''Jaguar''. He also won the Best Actor award in the 2014 QCinema International Film Festival for his performance in ''Mauban: Ang Resiko''. Death Cobarrubias died on March 26, 2020, from complications of pneumonia. He was 66. Before his death, a COVID-19 Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a contagious disease caused by a virus, the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The first known case was COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei, identified in Wuhan, China, in December ... test was administered. On April 1, 2020, five days after his death, his test came back positive for the disease. Filmography Film Television Theatre References External links * 1953 births 2020 deaths Filipino male film ac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Filipino People
Filipinos ( tl, Mga Pilipino) are the people who are citizens of or native to the Philippines. The majority of Filipinos today come from various Austronesian ethnolinguistic groups, all typically speaking either Filipino, English and/or other Philippine languages. Currently, there are more than 185 ethnolinguistic groups in the Philippines; each with its own language, identity, culture and history. Names The name ''Filipino'', as a demonym, was derived from the term ''Las Islas Filipinas'' ("the Philippine Islands"), the name given to the archipelago in 1543 by the Spanish explorer and Dominican priest Ruy López de Villalobos, in honor of Philip II of Spain (Spanish: ''Felipe II''). During the Spanish colonial period, natives of the Philippine islands were usually known by the generic terms ''indio'' ("Indian") or ''indigenta'' ("indigents"). However, during the early Spanish colonial period the term ''Filipinos'' or ''Philipinos'' was sometimes used by Spanish writers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manila (2009 Film)
''Manila'' is an independently produced twinbill film that pays homage to Lino Brocka's ''Jaguar'' and Ishmael Bernal's ''Manila By Night''. Piolo Pascual co-produced and starred in both episodes. Cast * Piolo Pascual as William / Phillip * Rosanna Roces as Juliana * Jay Manalo as Tristan * Alessandra de Rossi as Aleria * Anita Linda as Seniora Aleria * William Martinez as Dr. Soriano * Angelica Panganiban as Sydney * Baron Geisler as Jorge * Menggie Cobarrubias as Hector * Marissa Delgado as Rodelya * Cherrie Madrigal as Nora * Jiro Manio as Nino * Aleck Bovick as Limelyn * John Lapus as Julie * Katherine Luna as Bernadette Production Shot on 16mm black-and-white film before being transferred to 35mm, ''Manila'' is divided into a Day episode (which is loosely based on Bernal's 1980 film ''Manila by Night'') and a Night episode (inspired by Brocka's 1979 film ''Jaguar''). The script is co-written by Adolf Alix, Jr. and Ramon Sarmiento and co-directed by Raya Martin and Adolfo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seven Sundays (2017 Film)
''Seven Sundays'' is a 2017 Philippine Family Comedy-drama film directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina. It stars Aga Muhlach, Ronaldo Valdez, Cristine Reyes, Dingdong Dantes and Enrique Gil. The film marks Muhlach's return since '' Of All The Things'' in 2012. The film was produced and released by Star Cinema on October 11, 2017. Synopsis Widowed, left by his children who are living their own lives dedicating no time for the family, Manuel Bonifacio (Ronaldo Valdez) is lonely and becoming depressed. One day, he call his children, Allan (Aga Muhlach), Bryan (Dingdong Dantes), Cha (Cristine Reyes) and Dex (Enrique Gil), to reveal that he was diagnosed with cancer and will soon be dying with only seven weeks left to live. Because of the news that hit the family, the Bonifacio siblings reunite and help each other in order to spend their father's remaining days with him. Cast Main cast *Ronaldo Valdez as Capt. Manuel Bonifacio *Aga Muhlach as Allan A. Bonifacio *Dingdong Dantes as Bryan "B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Moonlight Over Baler
''Moonlight Over Baler'' is a 2017 Filipino historic romantic film starring Elizabeth Oropesa, Ellen Adarna, Vin Abrenica and Sophie Albert. The film is directed by Gil Portes, written by Eric Ramos and is under the production of T-Rex Productions (Rex Tiri). The film is shot in the historic town of Baler, Aurora. The film was entered for the 2016 Metro Manila Film Festival but was not selected to be part of the festival's Magic 8. Synopsis Set in the 1980s, the film tells the story of Fidela (Elizabeth Oropesa), a 65-year-old retired teacher who develops a special bond with a young Japanese photojournalist Kenji (Vin Abrenica), who has an uncanny resemblance to her lost love named Nestor (also played by Vin Abrenica). Nestor, who was about to marry Fidela in the 1940s, went off to fight in the war (World War II) and was killed. Decades later, Fidela met Kenji who was covering the EDSA revolution in 1986 in Baler. She reminisced about her past as Kenji woos a local beauty named ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kabisera
''Kabisera'' ( en, The Seat) is a 2016 Filipino sociopolitical drama film starring Nora Aunor and Ricky Davao. The film is directed by Arturo San Agustin and Real Florido, and was produced under Silver Story Entertainment and Fire Starters Productions. The film was selected to be an official entry to the 2016 Metro Manila Film Festival. Plot A Filipino family deals with hooded people who are involved in extra-judicial killings and other abuses in Philippine society. Cast *Nora Aunor *Ricky Davao *JC de Vera *Jason Abalos *RJ Agustin *Victor Neri *Ronwaldo Martin *Ces Quesada *Perla Bautista *Menggie Cobarrubias *Alex San Agustin *Kiko Matos *Karl Medina *Edwin Reyes *Coleen Perez *Rhen Escaño References External links * Philippine drama films Films directed by Arturo San Agustin {{Philippines-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Echorsis
''Echorsis: Sabunutan Between Good and Evil'' (lit. Echorsis: Hair-pulling Between Good and Evil) or simply ''Echorsis'' is a 2016 Philippine supernatural spoof horror film directed by Lemuel Lorca and produced by Chris Cahilig of Insight 360, and stars John Lapus, Kean Cipriano, and Alex Medina. It premiered in cinemas on April 13, 2016. Synopsis The film revolves around a gigolo Carlo (Alex Medina), who was possessed by a gay entity after he deceived Kristoff (John Lapus) his closeted gay lover. Father Nick (Kean Cipriano) is then tasked to exorcise the spirit out of Carlo's body. Cast Main cast *John Lapus as Kristoff *Alex Medina as Carlo *Kean Cipriano as Father Nick Supporting cast *Ruby Ruiz as Nanay San *Chokoleit† as The Devil Gay *Menggie Cobarrubias as Kristoff's father, a military man *Odette Khan as Kristoff's mother, a devout Catholic *Bekimon as Cheng, Kristoff's best friend *Nico Antonio as Menchu, Kristoff's best friend *Francine Garcia as Vida, Kristoff's bes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Lullaby To The Sorrowful Mystery
''A Lullaby to the Sorrowful Mystery'' ( fil, Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis) is a 2016 historical fantasy drama film directed by Lav Diaz. It was selected to compete for the Golden Bear at the 66th Berlin International Film Festival. At the film festival, it won the Alfred Bauer Prize (Silver Bear, 2nd Prize). The film was released on 26 March and was distributed by Star Cinema. Cast * John Lloyd Cruz as Isagani * Piolo Pascual as Simoun / Crisostomo Ibarra * Hazel Orencio as Gregoria 'Oryang' De Jesus * Alessandra De Rossi as Ceasaria Belarmino * Susan Africa as Aling Hule * Joel Saracho as Mang Karyo * Bernardo Bernardo as Lalake / Tikbalang * Cherie Gil as Babae / Tikbalang * Angel Aquino as Androgynous / Tikbalang * Sid Lucero as Basilio * Ely Buendia as Musikero * Bart Guingona as Kapitan Heneral * Kuya Manzano as Padre Camorra * Menggie Cobarrubias as Padre Florentino * Ronnie Lazaro as Sebastian Caneo Reception The film received mixed reviews from critics, with criticism mos ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beauty And The Bestie
''Beauty and the Bestie'' is a 2015 Filipino action comedy film directed by Wenn V. Deramas, starring Vice Ganda and Coco Martin, alongside James Reid, and Nadine Lustre in their also stars. It is an official entry to the 2015 Metro Manila Film Festival. It was produced by ABS-CBN Film Productions and VIVA Films and was released nationwide under the banner of Star Cinema. It was also released overseas in cities that have a significant Filipino population. It is the third highest-grossing Filipino film of all time next to ''The Super Parental Guardians''. This is Wenn V. Deramas' last film before his death on February 29, 2016, and last film as a co-production between Star Cinema and Viva Films in preparation for the co-production between TV5 and Viva in 2016 until it was revoked before the launch of Finally Found Someone. The film's title is a play on the 1740 French novel by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve. Plot Erika (Vice Ganda) isn't making nearly enough money ru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Felix Manalo (film)
''Felix Manalo'' is a 2015 Filipino biographical film about the life of Felix Ysagun Manalo, the first Executive Minister of the Iglesia ni Cristo (''INC''; en, Church of Christ), and the church he preached. Manalo is regarded by the members of the Iglesia ni Cristo as the last messenger of God and the restorer of the true Church of Christ, whom the INC gives the title ''Sugò'' ( tl, "messenger" or "envoy"). The story and screenplay were written by INC evangelism head Bienvenido Santiago. The film was directed by Joel Lamangan. All content of the film was screened and approved by the INC. Synopsis Felix Manalo (portrayed by Trillo) studies, joins, doubts, and eventually leaves both Catholicism and Protestantism before starting a church he believes to be a restoration of the Biblical church founded by Jesus. Cast Main cast *Dennis Trillo as Felix Y. Manalo Supporting cast (in alphabetical order) * AJ Muhlach as young Erdy Manalo * Allan Paule as INC Member / Kapati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Etiquette For Mistresses
''Etiquette for Mistresses'' is a 2015 Philippine romantic-drama film based on the best-selling novel of the same name written by Julie Yap-Daza and Patrick John Valencia. It features an ensemble cast including Kris Aquino, Claudine Barretto, Iza Calzado, Cheena Crab and Kim Chiu. The film tackles the lives of five successful and glamorous women whose friendship is based on their common weaknesses—they are all trapped in the prison of their hearts. The film is also the first Filipino film to open simultaneously nationwide and worldwide in Europe, Middle East, and North America. The film opens with 15 million pesos on its opening day and received positive reviews from movie critics for its cinematography and unique storyline. Synopsis Chloe is a feisty mistress involved with a politician, Georgia plays the role of a chef who will eventually have a redemption arc. Ina, the former lounge singer and a neophyte who goes to Manila to seek for "true love" she believes, Stella, a lawy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ex With Benefits
''Ex with Benefits'' is a 2015 Filipino romantic erotic drama film starring Derek Ramsay, Coleen Garcia and Meg Imperial. Based on a Wattpad story written by Ruth Mendoza, the screenplay was made by Keiko Aquino and Jeff Stelton and directed by Gino M. Santos. It was released on September 2, 2015 by Star Cinema (together with Skylight Films), and Viva Films. Plot After a tumultuous med school romance that comes to an abrupt end, Dr. Adam Castrances and Arkisha "Arki" Aragon meet again ten years later. Arki is a pharmaceutical sales representative with a track record of doing anything to make a sale. Adam is a doctor of sports medicine with a successful blog and commitment issues. When Arki finds that it will take more than her usual sales tactics to convince Adam to endorse her product, she does her best to step up her game without falling in love again but eventually fails. Their second chance at love is tested, however, when the reasons for their med school breakup come to the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chain Mail (film)
''Chain Mail'' is a 2015 Filipino mystery horror film starring Meg Imperial, Shy Carlos and Nadine Lustre. It was released on July 22, 2015, by VIVA Films. It was directed and co-written by Adolfo Alix Jr. The film earned negative reviews from film critics. Synopsis The movie follows a group of people who receive a chain letter. Some of them forward it along as requested, but some just ignore it. Subsequent events suggest the letter is cursed, resulting in people dying brutal and bloody deaths. Will the dark and black origins behind the cursed letter be unveiled before time runs out to stop the gruesome murders caused by the unknown evil itself? Cast Critical reception ''Chain Mail'' received negative reviews from film critics. Philbert Ortiz from clickthecity.com gave a 2 and a half stars saying " It isn't scary. It isn't affecting. It doesn't even make any sense. Its climax is a genuine mess, the film clearly trying to dig its way out of a bottomless narrative hole, le ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
