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Tony Mabesa
Antonio Ocampo Mabesa (January 27, 1935 – October 4, 2019), known as Tony Mabesa, was a Filipino stage director, film and television actor, and professor. With a career spanning over 70 years, he was a founding father of Philippine university theater and one of the most prominent theater directors in the country. For his work, he was known as a "Lion of the Theater". He founded the theater groups Dulaang UP and the UP Playwrights' Theatre. Early life and education Mabesa was born in Los Baños, Laguna. He entered high school at the University of the Philippines Rural High School, where he first directed a school production. He finished his degree in Agriculture at the University of the Philippines Los Baños, where he was mentored by Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero. He was a member of the Upsilon Sigma Phi. He pursued a master's degree in theater arts at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 1965, and a master's degree in education at the University of Delaware in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Los Baños, Laguna
Los Baños, officially the Municipality of Los Baños ( tgl, Bayan ng Los Baños), colloquialy 'elbi' or simply LB, is a 1st class municipality in the province of Laguna, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 115,353 people. It has a total land area of 56.5 square kilometers and is bordered on the south and south-west by Mount Makiling, on the north by Laguna de Bay., on the north-west by Calamba and on the east by the town of Bay. The town is located southeast of Manila and is easily accessible via the South Luzon Expressway along with the Manila South Road segment of the Philippine Highway Network. The municipality lies on the northern slopes of the long dormant volcano Mount Makiling and is known among tourists for its hot spring resorts. Los Baños also hosts two constituent universities of the University of the Philippines System: the University of the Philippines Los Baños and University of the Philippines Open University, along with other ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Irma Adlawan
Irma Santonil Adlawan (born March 7, 1962) is a Filipino stage, television and film actress. She is dubbed as the “''Queen of Independent Cinema''” for her acting prowess and exceptional contribution to Philippine film industry. Adlawan is a FAMAS Award winner. She won "Best Actress" at the 9th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival. In 2016, she won another "Best Actress" trophy at the Metro Manila Film Festival, winning against the Superstar Nora Aunor. The same year, she won "Outstanding Female Lead Performance in a Play" at the 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay Awards. Her performance in the MMK episode “Passport” was met with acclaims and praises from both critics and viewers, winning "Best Actress in a Single Drama Performance" at the 9th EdukCircle Awards. In 2020, she participated among the five entries for the European Philippine International Film Festival (EPIFF). Biography Early life Adlawan was born in Tondo, Manila, the daughter of Conrada Santonil, a housewife, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maybe This Time (2014 Film)
''Maybe This Time'' is a 2014 Filipino romantic comedy film directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng starring Sarah Geronimo and Coco Martin. The film, produced by Star Cinema and Viva Films and distributed by the former, officially premiered in the Philippines on May 28, 2014. The film, which was labelled as 2014's summer movie Valentine, was the first team-up of Geronimo and Martin on the big screen after having previously worked together in the TV series ''1DOL''. It earned on the first day of its release. Synopsis Steph Asuncion (Sarah Geronimo) and Tonio Bugayong (Coco Martin) were once in love. Back then, she was a young girl who wanted a simple life and he was older, more ambitious than she was. Tonio was a small town guy who wants to board a ship to provide for his family’s furniture business. Steph was a Manila girl who spends the summer in the province for community service. What might have been a sweet relationship ended sourly when Tonio left without saying goodbye. Steph ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
She's The One (2013 Film)
''She's the One'' is a 2013 Filipino Romantic comedy-drama film directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar and stars Bea Alonzo, Dingdong Dantes and Enrique Gil. It is produced by Star Cinema for its 20th Anniversary presentation. Plot Wacky (Dingdong Dantes) and Cat (Bea Alonzo) are childhood best friends. Cat is in love with Wacky, but the two had a fight, which made Cat decide to go home. On the way one of her car tires got flat, and it began to rain. David (Enrique Gil) saw her fixing her car, and took a video of it. David fell in love with her instantly, and he posted the video on the internet entitled "Girl in the Rain". The video became popular. David's best friend, Gillian (Liza Soberano) does not want him to meet the "Girl in the Rain". Wacky helps David look for the girl, not knowing that it is Cat. Elsewhere, Cat's mentally challenged sister watches the video and points out that it is Cat. At first, Wacky couldn't convince Cat to meet with David but eventually, Cat relented. David a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
El Presidente (film)
''El Presidente: General Emilio Aguinaldo Story and the First Philippine Republic'', (Spanish: ''El Presidente: Historia del General Emilio Aguinaldo y la Primera República de Filipinas'') or simply ''El Presidente'' (English: ''The President''), is a 2012 biographical film written and directed by Mark Meily about the life of General Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippine Republic. The film stars Jeorge "E.R." Ejercito Estregan in the title role, along with Nora Aunor, Christopher de Leon, Cristine Reyes, and Cesar Montano. The film was one of the official entries to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival and was released in theaters nationwide on December 25, 2012. Produced by Scenema Concept International, CMB Films and Viva Films, in cooperation with San Miguel Corporation, Petron Corporation, Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Las Casas Filipinas de Acúzar, and the Film Development Council of the Philippines, it premiered on December 18, 2012 at the SM Mall of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Mistress (2012 Film)
''The Mistress'' is a 2012 Filipino romantic melodrama film directed by Olivia Lamasan, starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo with Ms. Hilda Koronel and Ronaldo Valdez. The film celebrates the 10th anniversary of John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo's partnership as a love team and also their comeback film after their hit 2010 film entitled ''Miss You Like Crazy''. The film was well acclaimed and received mixed to positive reviews both from the critics and fans, and sets a box-office record in the Philippine Cinema. It grossed over ₱260 million, becoming the highest grossing non-MMFF film of 2012 and is currently the 16th highest grossing Filipino film of all time. It also won and received six several awards (including the cast and crew) in the 31st Luna Awards and received nominations in 61st FAMAS Awards, Golden Screen Awards, and Star Awards for Movies in 2013 respectively. Due to the film's success, it was screened internationally in selected countries. Alonzo and Cruz als ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mano Po (Filipino Film Series)
The Mano Po () anthology—produced by Regal Entertainment—is one of the most successful film series produced in the history of Philippine cinema, second only to Shake, Rattle & Roll (Filipino film series) ←(which has a total of 15 films with three episodes). The series has now seven productions and also includes ''Ako Legal Wife'' and ''Bahay Kubo (A Pinoy Mano Po)''. All episodes are directed by Joel Lamangan, with the exception of ''Mano Po 2'' (2003) which was helmed by Erik Matti and ''Mano Po 7: Tsinoy'' (2016) which was helmed by Ian Loreños. The series focuses on the ways and traditions of the Chinese Filipino community. Another tradition for the cast and crew of the Mano Po series is the visit of several cities in China, including Great Wall of China, Forbidden City in Beijing (also shown for '' Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love'') and Shanghai; and also in Bangkok, Thailand (for '' Mano Po III: My Love'') List of Series ''Mano Po 1: My Family'' (2002) Starring: Maricel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Azucena (film)
''Azucena'' is a 2000 Filipino drama film directed by Carlos Siguion-Reyna. The film stars Ricky Davao, Glydel Mercado, Dante Rivero and Alessandra de Rossi on her theatrical debut. This also marks Anjanette Abayari's final theatrical appearance, albeit on a special participation role. Plot Lily (Alessandra) lives with her father Tomas (Ricky) and stepmother (Glydel). Her parents sell Lily's aging dog, whom she calls her best friend, to Teban (Dante) for dog meat and '' asocena''. Lily, however, convinces Teban to return her dog and then begins a friendship with him. This causes the ire of her friends and family. Teban becomes her surrogate father, who supports her for her needs. Cast * Ricky Davao as Tomas * Glydel Mercado as Sonia * Dante Rivero as Teban * Alessandra de Rossi as Lily * Anjanette Abayari as Lily's Mother * Tony Mabesa as Tomas' Boss * Romy Romulo as Mario * Mon Confiado as Policeman * Allen Dizon as Policeman * Richard Joson as Policeman * Crispin Pineda a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
José Rizal (film)
''José Rizal'' is a 1998 Philippine historical drama film directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya and starring Cesar Montano as José Rizal. The film was based on the true story of Filipino patriot José Rizal, who was imprisoned under the Spanish colonization and tells Rizal's story until the final day of his execution. At the time of its release, it was the most expensive film in the history of Filipino cinema with a budget of over . The film was an official entry to the 1998 Metro Manila Film Festival, swept most of the nominations with seventeen awards, making it the first film with the most MMFF award wins. Plot José Rizal is imprisoned in Fort Santiago due to his dissident activities. Meanwhile, in a small Balintawak field, Andrés Bonifacio and his fellow secret organization, the Katipunan, commence the uprising against the tyranny created by the Spaniards by tearing their cédulas as a sign of freedom from Spanish slavery. Soon, a first lieutenant of the Artillery, Luis Taviel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kristo (1996 Film)
''Kristo'' is a 1996 Filipino biblical drama film depicting the life of Jesus Christ. Produced by Cine Suerte Productions and Oasis of Love Movement (by Fr. Sonny Ramirez, OP, host of the telemagazine ''Sharing in the City''), ''Kristo'' stars Mat Ranillo III in the title role, together with Rez Cortez (Judas Iscariot),Ruel Vernal (Peter), Michael Locsin (John), freelance model and then college student Charmaine Rivera (in her first and only film appearance as the Virgin Mary), Amy Austria (Mary Magdalene). The film also includes an all-star cast in their cameo appearances playing various characters. Among them are Gabby Concepción (John the Baptist), husband-and-wife pair Rudy Fernandez and Lorna Tolentino (as Simon of Cyrene and Veronica respectively), Aga Muhlach ( the demon-possessed man), Rachel Lobangco (the Temptress, in which Satan is in a female form in the temptation of the desert scene), Sylvia Sanchez (the adulteress), ''Ang TV'' star and singer Lindsay Custodio (Sa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Macho Dancer
Macho Dancer is a 1988 Philippine film, directed by Lino Brocka. It explores the realities of a young, poor, rural gay man, who after being dumped by his American boyfriend, is forced to support himself and his family in Manila's seamy red-light district. The film's frank depiction of homosexuality, prostitution, drag queens and crooked cops, the porn industry, sexual slavery, and drugs and violence caused Filipino government censors to order extensive edits of the film. Brocka smuggled an uncensored cut out of the Philippines to be shown to a limited number of international film festivals. The film received a standing ovation at the 1988 Toronto International Film Festival.Peter Malone (editor) ''Macho Dancer'' was a box office failure in the Philippines due to its heavy censorship, but achieved international festival and critical success. The smuggled, uncensored 35 mm print of the film is part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. ''Macho D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neil Ryan Sese
Neil Ryan Sese (born April 26, 1979) is a Filipino actor. He is currently working as an exclusive talent of GMA Network. Sese is best known for portraying Asval in the 2016 version of ''Encantadia''. Background Neil Ryan Sese was only seven years old when his parents separated. His father, a radiologist from Masbate, left their home and he never saw him again. An only child, he grew up in Lucena City, Quezon, where his mother, Rosalyn Sese, took charge of his upbringing, enrolled him at Maryhill Academy. In 1993, he wanted to study at the University of Santo Tomas to be with his peers but his mother told him to enroll at the University of the Philippines. So he took a nonquota course entrance exam. The first year was devoted to general subjects like mathematics, but he soon found himself auditioning and appearing in Dulaang UP plays. By the second year, he was enjoying being a campus actor, appearing in classic plays like Oedipus Rex and learning a lot from mentors like direc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
