Tuloy na tuloy na. Anytime now the cameras will grind. At ang magkakasama ay ang pinanabikan ng lahat sina Erap at Guy. Yes si Mayor Joseph Estrada at si darling bulilit Nora Aunor. Together, tiyak na theyèll be a riot twosome sa pelikulang Erap is My Guy. Sa titulo na lang, click na. And for sure, pipilahan ito. Just right for the new pair. No hindi sila love team. More of Magka-sidekick.
While showbiz is agog sa big news na ito, mukhang another equally gigantic happening ay nasa planning stage. The King himself, FPJ, ay makakasama naman ng sweet na si Baby Vi, Vilma Santos. So may Guy si Erap pero si Ronnie may Vi. Aba, sapak rin. Ano, mas mabigat ba? No huwag natin silang i-compare. Dahil hindi naman sila talu-talo. As far as some scribes are concerned, Nora and Vi have kissed and made-up.
Ngayon, kung may kaunti pang samaan ng loob na namamagitan sa kanila, despite publicities and printed materials na nagbati na sila, that is for the two to decide. Whereas kind Ronnie at Erap, alam natin ang real score...para silang magkapatid, parang nag-blood compact. Ilang taon nang tested ang friendship nila. Come hell or hi-water, nadoon pa rin ang dalawang chokaran, together they stand, divided they fall.
So, marmi ngang nagulat nang napadalaw si Ronnie sa shooting ni Vilma. More than once. At ang malimit na biro ni Ron, malapit silang magkasama sa isang super-production. Noon ngang unang dalaw ni Ronnie sa set ni Vi, ang biniro niya ay sina Jay Ilagan at Edgar Mortiz who happened to be her leading men sa ginagawang pelikula. At ang bulong ni Ron kay Vi, "Huwag mo na ngang pansinin ang dalawang iyan. Marami naman silang chicks."
Kaya nga the loudest whisper ay ito, although it isn't on the record yet. May kasunduan ang TIIP at FPJ. Na malamang, makasama si Ronnie sa war picture ng TIIP where he co-stars with Jay, Edgar and some young stars. Na matapos ito, sina Jay naman ang gagawa sa FPJ. Though maliwanag na malapit na ring magsama sina Ronnie at Vilma, malakas rin ang posibilidad na mag-change partners sina Joseph at FPJ.
Chances are matapos ang pelikula nina Erap at Guy, si Guy naman ang gagawa sa FPJ. And Erap's next target might be Vilma. While patuloy nga ang paglakas pa sa takilya nina Erap at FPJ as the real McCoy superstars, marami rin ang nagtatanong kung darating pa ba raw ang panahon na maabot ng ibang young male stars ang kanilang kinaroroonan. Jay Ilagan in place of FPJ - that is if the latter decides to retire.
Kasi, hindi mo basta mapapalitan ang isang institusyon like FPJ. Para siyang haligi na kahit dumating pa ang lindol o bagyo ay maiiwang nakatindig. Ang who'll succeed Erap? It could be anyone - like Pip? or Cocoy? Edgar? We can't think of anyone na hindi bantog sa music world ang puwedeng kandidato. The trouble nga with out young stars ay napakarami nila. Pero kaunti lang ang gusto ng publiko. Kakaunti ang pumapasa.
Mas marami ang mga bumabagsak. At this stage, marami rin ang humuhula: If Erap is paired with Guy and Ronnie with Vilma, then malaki rin ang posibilidad na the following witll emerge: Susan-Jay starrer; and Amalia-Pip flick; at ilang pang combination ng senior at junior superstars. Pero ang maganda nga nito, beautiful ang kanilang samahan. Walang intrigue at no professional jealousy. - Bee Kay Jay, Bulaklak Magazine No.66, 05 February 1973, reposted by Pelikula Atbp (READ MORE)
Basic Information: Directed: Cesar Gallardo; Story: Augusto Buenaventura; Screenplay: Augusto Buenaventura; Cast: Joseph Estrada, Mario Montenegro, Barbara Perez, Eddie Garcia, Gloria Sevilla, Johnny Monteiro, Vic Silayan, Yolanda Guevarra, Eddie Infante, Elsa Boufard, Jose Vergara, Ely Ramos Jr., Jose Garcia, Rafael Jimenez, Romy Diaz, Jose Padilla Jr., Anita Linda, Lou Salvador Jr., Angelo Ventura, Jay Ilagan, Vilma Santos, Rene Rueda, Avel Morado, Ben Datu, Lou Salvador; Executive producer: Joseph Estrada; Original Music: Ariston Avelino; Cinematography: Felipe Sacdalan; Release Date: Disyembre 30, 1966 – Enero 9, 1967; Production Co.: Emar Productions; Film Poster: Video 48
Plot Description: Story of Tomas Ronquillo (Joseph Estrada) before the Spanish revolt of 1896. His struggle to fight for his family and the oppressive Spaniards.
Film Achievement: The 15th Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards Night was held 1n 1967 for the Outstanding Achievements for the year 1966. - Best Picture - Ito ang Pilipino — Emar Pictures; Best Actor - Joseph Estrada; Best Supporting Actor - Eddie Garcia; Best Story - Augusto Buenaventura; Best Cinematography - Felipe Sacdalan; Best Director Nomination - Cesar Gallardo; Best Actress Nomination - Barbara Perez; Best Supporting Actress Nomination - Gloria Sevilla — Ito ang Pilipino
Film Reviews: - “…In 1966, Estrada was “just” an actor portraying a bandit fighting the Spaniards, led by Eddie Garcia. Directed by Cesar “Chat” Gallardo, an important scene in the film featured the late Vic Silayan telling the young Estrada that he would be the country’s next president-to which, Estrada’s character answered in disbelief, saying it was impossible, because he could neither read nor write! Prophetically, the historical film presaged the actor’s political career. Who would have known that he’d become the 13th president of the Philippines?! At the screening, Estrada’s leading lady, Barbara Perez, who was first seen in 195’6′s “Chabacano,” was in the audience to watch the “lost” film revived by the Society of Filipino Archivists for Film (SOFIA). The actress shares: “Back then, I kept getting in and out show biz, especially when I had to give birth!…” - Rica Arevalo (READ MORE)
"...Director-scriptwriter Totoy Buenaventura, one of President Joseph Estrada’s favorite filmmakers, is this year’s lifetime achievement awardee of the Manila Film Festival. A Manileño, Buenaventura was born on Feb. 2, 1933 in Tondo, Manila, where he also finished elementary (Magat Salamat Elementary School) and high school (Torres High School). He took up bachelor of arts at Far Eastern University in downtown Manila. Buenaventura wrote scripts and directed films set in Manila, many of which starred Joseph Estrada. The Manila Film Festival honored him with a best director award in 1971 for “Ang Uliran.” Buenaventura’s writing and directorial credits include “Geron Busabos,” “Ito ang Pilipino,” “Erap Is My Guy,” “Bakya Mo Neneng,” “Kumander Alibasbas,” “Diligin Mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na Lupa,” and “Sa mga Kuko ng Agila,” all starring Josesph Estrada..." - Sol Jose Vanzi, June 5, 1999 (READ MORE)
Ang Giting ng Pilipino - "Ang katutubong giting ng mga Pilipino ang pinapaksa ng pelikulant Ito Ang Pilipino ng Emar Pictures. Ang pakikipaglaban ng magigiting na bayani upang matamo ang kalayaan ay siyang nagpapagalaw sa pelikulang ito na tinatampukan nina Joseph Estrada at Barbara Perez. Kasama rin dito sina Mario Montenegro, Johnny Monteiro at Elsa Bouffard. Sa iba't ibang yugto ng panahon mula kay Lapulapu, nagpamalas ang lahing kayumanggi ng kagulat-gulat na giting at tapang sa mga bansang nang-alipin sa ating kapuluan. Sa panahon ng pananakop ng mga kastila, hindi mabilang na pagbabangon ang nakatala sa kasaysayan upang malagot ang gapon ng pagkakaalipin. Sa kabila ng pagiging maliit at mahinang bansa, ang Pilipinas ay hindi nawawalan ng mga anak na hindi natakot magbuwis ng buhay sa maraming mararwal na larangan alang-alang sa kalayaan, maging noong lumunsad ang mga Amerikano at nitong huli ay nang pataksil na manalasa ang mga Hapones. Napapanahon madin ang pelikulang katulad ng Ito Ang Pilipino upang maipakilala ang katutubong kabayanihan ng mga Pilipino." - Tagumpay Magazine, 21 December 1966 (READ MORE)
Basic Information: Direction: Lauro Pacheco; Story: Ricardo Y. Feliciano; Screenplay: Jose Flores Sibal; Cast: Julie Vega, Gloria Sevilla, Amado Cortez, Mat Ranillo III, Roldan Rodrigo, Boots Anson-Roa, Alma Moreno, Christopher De Leon, Tony Carreon, German Moreno, Rez Cortez, Eddie Rodriguez, Paquito Diaz, Rosanna Ortiz, Naty Bernardo, Vilma Santos, Nora Aunor, Joseph Estrada, Ricky Santiago, Bert ‘Tawa’ Marcelo, Rey Malonzo, Trixia Gomez, Marissa Delgado, Etang Discher, Paquito Salcedo, Ramon Revilla, Didith Reyes, Ike Lozada, Aruray, Patria Plata, Helen Gamboa, Dolphy, Fernando Poe Jr.; Original Music: Carlos Rodriguez; Film poster: Video48
Plot Description: Mga Mata ni Angelita was written by Ricardo Feliciano and became a number one hit radio drama from 1974 to 1978. It was made into a film by Larry Santiago Productions and catapulted the late Julie Vega into fame. The film was a phenomenal hit when it premiered in 1978, mainly because of its big name stars such as Ramon Revilla, Helen Gamboa, Dolphy, Vilma Santos, Nora Aunor, the late Fernando Poe Jr., Christopher De Leon, Alma Moreno, Rez Cortez, Paquito Diaz, and Eddie Rodriguez, to name a few.
The story revolves around that of a blind girl named Anghelita who was given the eyes of the Virgin Mary. But having her sight back, she will see what the world really is, filled with pain and sins. So, in search for her long lost mother, she will be instrumental in changing the lives of people along her way. - Wikepedia
A star-studded film featuring a blind orphan named Angelita (Julie Vega) who was found unconcious by the groups of nuns after Belen (Gloria Sevilla) attempted to kill her by letting her walk straight ahead on the edge of the cliff. In the monastery, she started her deep devotion to Virgin Mary in the convent which was last seen missing her pair of eyes. Angelita started to search for her parents and along her way, touched various lives both poor and rich until she found her mother, Janet (Helen Gamboa). - Kabayan Central (READ MORE)
Film Achievement: 1978 FAMAS: Julie Vega - Best Child Actress
Film Reviews: "...Julie Vega was only 10 years old when she was launched to full stardom in the 1978 movie, "Mga mata ni Angelita." She appeared in previous movie outings as Darling Postigo. The young Vega was ably supported by an all super star cast headed by the King of Philippine Movies, Fernando Poe, Jr. (in the role of Conrado, the ex-convict) and Comedy King Dolphy (as Tacio, the taho vendor). Also appearing in cameo roles were Joseph Estrada (as himself as Mayor); Nora Aunor (a metro-aide sweeper); Vilma Santos ( as a worried wife); Ramon Revilla (as barrio captain); Alma Moreno (as a jealous sweetheart); Christopher de Leon (as the lover) and many more..." - Simon Santos (READ MORE)
"...This study looks at the existence of Filipino films that are focused on the discourse of religiosity, featuring a female protagonist who imbibes the image and assumes the role of a female deity. The films included are Mga Mata ni Angelita (The Eyes of Angelita, 1978, Lauro Pacheco), Himala (Miracle, 1982, Ishmael Bernal), Ang Huling Birhen sa Lupa (The Last Virgin, 2002, Joel Lamangan) and Santa Santita (Magdalena, 2004, Laurice Guillen). In the four narratives, the female protagonists eventually incur supernatural powers after a perceived apparition of the Virgin Mary or the image of the Virgin Mary, and incurring stigmata or the wounds of Christ...While some were filmed for the purpose of screening during the Lenten season, there are those which were meant to be mainstream films. These went on to become both critical and commercial successes, carrying controversial topics which challenge the Filipino audience’s notion of religiosity and spirituality. Mga Mata ni Angelita, from which Julie Vega rose to fame, features a star-studded cast, including Vilma Santos, Nora Aunor, Dolphy, German Moreno, Boots Anson-Roa, Helen Gamboa and Fernando Poe, Jr. who shared very little screen time with the well-loved child star of the 80s..." - Erika Jean Cabanawan, Review of Women’s Studies, 2010 (READ MORE)
The Comeback - "...His last movie in 1989, after an eight-year lull, was seen as part of a campaign to stage a political comeback. He'd been unseated in 1986 after serving 16 years as municipal mayor, when the late dictator and his political patron Ferdinand Marcos fled into exile and Corazon Aquino assumed the presidency. Estrada was elected to the Senate in 1987, then vice-president in May 1992 and finally in May 1998 was elected the 13th president of the Philippines. His popularity as an actor is said to have contributed to him winning the largest majority vote in election history. Political pundits say Estrada still believes himself to be a hero in a real-life movie that is reaching its dramatic crescendo with his stepping down as president in January amid a wave of people power..." - Kirsty Alfredson, Rufi Vigilar (READ MORE)
Best Actor "...At first, Joseph wanted to become an engineer just like his hardworking dad. But his restless nature, coupled with his growing interest in acting, brought him to the world of showbiz. He first studied at the Ateneo de Manila University, but he was expelled after picking up a fight with a fellow student. He transferred to Mapua Institute of Technology, but he did not finish his engineering degree. In 1957, he went against the wishes of his parents and started appearing in movies as an "extra." He quit schooling, pursued acting, and adopted the surname "Estrada." His father forbade him to use "Ejercito" in his screen name. For his first name, "Erap" the backward spelling of "pare," which means buddy or friend in English became his friends' and fans' preferred nickname for Joseph. In the 1960s, Erap did about 90 films and that's like having a movie shown almost every month. But it was in Asiong Salonga and Geron Busabos where he was embraced by the masses as their hero. Erap's movies were notorious for themes inspired by Robin Hood, an anti-hero who becomes a hero himself through his fierce yet understated qualities...
His showbiz career spanned 32 years, and Joseph starred in more than a hundred movies, which include Ito Ang Pilipino, Blacksheep Gang, Cuatro Cantos, Lo Waist Gang, Kandilang Bakal, Sa Baril Mag-Uusap, Moises Padilla Story, Tondo Boy, and Markang Rehas, among many others.
And he was good at his craft. In fact, he was the first FAMAS Hall of Fame awardee for Best Actor (1981), and he also became a Hall of Fame Award winner as a producer (1983).
Moreover, he was also considered as one of the early purveyors of independent filmmaking through JE Productions and EMAR Pictures, his own film outfits. ..." - Bong Godinez (READ MORE)
Farming and Retirements "...Vegetable patches cover a portion of one of several hills in the farm. A tractor levels a winding road below leading to the resthouse. A solitary horse, a gift from Ronnie Poe, Joseph's kumpare, nibbles the grass. The farm was originally 24 hectares, but three hectares of it was eaten up by the national highway which, incidentally, made the dirving to Tanay smooth, pleasant and fast. Joseph says the resthouse is temporary, which explains its light structure, mostly wood. he plans to build a permanent "hideaway" on the next hill, the highest site in the farm. But when is he retiring? "Its still a long way, perhaps 10 years from now. I still have a few things to do, to accomplish. Besides I like to think I'm still too young to consider retirement," smiles Joseph who, but for thickening of the waistline, has the looks and traits of a young man: smooth skin, quick and easy movements...If and when he finally settles down to his Tanay farm, would he give up politics and movies entirely? "I guess I would. Aside from small-time farming, I'll branch out to another business, construction. In fact, I've started setting up a construction frim. I also plan to put up a piggery, and raise some cattle. I just can't do it right now as there's no efficient water system yet in this farm." Joseph says that in a few years, the seedings he planted will, hopefully, grow firm and tall and bear fruits. A few months ago they harvested corn and some vegetables. "Nothing much really, strictly for own consumption," he says..." - Ronald K. Constantino (READ MORE)
Joseph "Erap" Ejercito Estrada (born Jose Marcelo Ejercito on April 19, 1937) was the 13th President of the Philippines, serving from 1998 until 2001. Estrada was the first person in the Post-EDSA era to be elected both to the presidency and vice-presidency. Estrada gained popularity as a film actor, playing the lead role in over 100 films in an acting career spanning 33 years. He used his popularity as an actor to make gains in politics, serving as mayor of San Juan for seventeen years, as Senator for one term, then as Vice President of the Philippines under the administration of President Fidel Ramos. Estrada was elected President in 1998 with a wide margin of votes separating him from the other challengers, and was sworn into the presidency on June 30, 1998. In 2000 he declared an "all-out-war" against the Moro Islamic Liberation Front and captured its headquarters and other camps. However, allegations of corruption spawned an impeachment trial in the Senate, and in 2001 Estrada was ousted by "People Power" 2 after the prosecution walked out of the impeachment court when the Senator Judges voted no in the opening of the second envelope. The EDSA 2 protests resulted from the concerted efforts of political, business, military, and church elites who were displeased by Estrada's policies that included removal of sovereign guarantees on government contracts. In October 2000, the Daily Tribune reported about elite plans to "'constitutionally' oust President Estrada under 'Oplan Excelsis." Emil Jurado of the Manila Standard reported as early as 1999 about a PR demolition work designed to embarrass Estrada "by attributing to his administration all sorts of perceived faults and scams with the end in view of covering up anomalies and scams also committed during the Ramos administration." Former First Gentleman Mike Arroyo also admitted in an interview with Nick Joaquin that he and then-Ilocos Sur Gov. Chavit Singson and certain military officials plotted plans to oust Estrada in January 2001, with the alternative plan B being violent "with orders to shoot. And not only in Metro Manila." In 2007, he was sentenced by the special division of the Sandiganbayan to reclusion perpetua for plunder, but was later granted pardon by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. He ran for president anew in the 2010 Philippine presidential election, but lost to then Senator Benigno Aquino III. - Wikipedia (READ MORE)
Joseph "Erap" Estrada and Vilma Santos
Joseph “Erap” Estrada and Vilma Santos did seven films, three of which were an all star cast that didn’t require them to share screen time. The first two films were in 1966, both a smash hit and critically acclaimed, Vi was just a child star then. Their only significant film as mature actor were in a fantasy film in 1974. The last film that featured them was the late Julie Vega starrer that also featured FPJ.
Mga Mata ni Angelita (1978) - "...The story revolves around that of a blind girl named Anghelita who was given the eyes of the Virgin Mary. But having her sight back, she will see what the world really is, filled with pain and sins. So, in search for her long lost mother, she will be instrumental in changing the lives of people along her way..." - Wikipedia (READ MORE)
Dugo at Pag-ibig sa Kapirasong Lupa (1975) - "...A Must for the Filipino History Students and for everyone who wants to awaken the innate nationalism in them. These series of stories depicting the fight of the Filipinos against colonialism of Spain, Japan and even their fellow Filipinos abusing the power in the government. A seemingly serious film but spiced with the star-studded cast like Fernando Poe Jr., Ramon Revilla, Joseph Estrada, Nora Aunor, Dante Rivero, Eddie Garcia, Vic Vargas, Goerge Estregan and the other all time favorite artists. This movie even highlighted the comparison between the love of country and the other kind of love we offer to our family and to our beloved as the story featured love stories in the midst of tragic and bloody war happening in our society..." - Kabayan Central (READ MORE)
KIng Khayam and I (1974) - "...The film started promising with funny scenes of Joseph Estrada facing his people seeking his advice or help. One was when a man presented his new product, a flying magic carpet but when the carpet didnt fly, Estrada suggested a lighter weight rider. Then veteran actress and much younger, Mary Walter in a cameo role, brought her just bought magic lamp. She complained to the king that the seller fooled her to buy the lamp and wanted a refund. She then caress the lamp and the gennie came out but instead of the expected giant gennie, a midget dwarf came out. Then from this moment the film went downhill. A singing bird, a transexual Ike Lozada being auctioned, Rod Navarro’s over the top villain antics, all failed to sustained our attention. The weak storyline did not help. Patterned with the Hollywood film, King Kayam & I’s only saving grace was the acting of its lead stars. Joseph Estrada’s precense was commanding and convincing as the playboy king and Vilma’s charming innocense despite the sexy dance number at the end complimented Joseph’s macho image..." - RV (READ MORE)
De Colores (1968) - "...An all-star cast flick with such superstars as Joseph Estrada, Amalia Fuentes, and Gloria Romero. Despite multiple episodic stories of this movie about the “cult” “religious” revival among the elite Catholics, Vilma was in a forgettable episode. I wasn’t sure if she played a rebellious daughter turned good via the Cursillo, and whether she shared scenes with Ms. Romero. What mattered was that she bumped into her Tita Gloria on the set..." - Mario O. Garces (READ MORE)
Ito ang Pilipino (1966) - "...In 1966, Estrada was “just” an actor portraying a bandit fighting the Spaniards, led by Eddie Garcia. Directed by Cesar “Chat” Gallardo, an important scene in the film featured the late Vic Silayan telling the young Estrada that he would be the country’s next president-to which, Estrada’s character answered in disbelief, saying it was impossible, because he could neither read nor write! Prophetically, the historical film presaged the actor’s political career. Who would have known that he’d become the 13th president of the Philippines?! At the screening, Estrada’s leading lady, Barbara Perez, who was first seen in 195’6′s “Chabacano,” was in the audience to watch the “lost” film revived by the Society of Filipino Archivists for Film (SOFIA). The actress shares: “Back then, I kept getting in and out show biz, especially when I had to give birth!..." - Rica Arevalo (READ MORE)
Batang Iwahig (1966) - "...Joseph Estrada was at his best appearing in ‘tough guy’ roles after striking it big as “Asiong Salonga” in 1961. He was rough and mean in movies like North Harbor (1961), Pulong Diablo (1963), Basagulero (1963); Geron Busabos: Ang Batang Quiapo (1964); Batang Angustia (1965); Batang Iwahig (1966) and many more where he essayed the role of a ‘kanto boy.’ However in the 70s and 80s, Estrada chose to do light-comedy films (remember the Tatay na si Erap series, Erap is my Guy, Mamang Sorbetero, among others) and more of a Dirty Harry type of movies, where he portrayed a determined and dedicated law enforcer. He did quite a number of these movies starting with Kill the Pushers in 1972 and so on with Panic (1973), Ranson (1974), among others..." - Simon Santos (READ MORE)
Basic Information: Produced by Doming Bravo; Musical Director Tito Arevalo; Directors of Photography Loreto Isleta, Ricardo Remias, Sergio Lobo, Freddie Conde, Fermin Pagsisihan, Ben Lobo; Production Company: Bravo Film Productions; Release Date June 12, 1975
Episode 1: Direction Johnny C. Pangilinan; Cast: Dante Rivero, Vic Vargas, Eddie del Mar, Eddie Garcia, Cesar Ramirez, Rosemarie Gil, Barbara Perez, Ruben Rustia, Teody Belarmino, Eddie Arenas, Perry Baltazar, Carlos Salazar, Johnny Monteiro, Celia Fuentes, Mario Escudero, Eddie Nicart, Tony Blade, Mario Montalban, Jerry Bravo, Baby Lalaine
Episode 2: Direction Ding de Jesus; Cast: Ramon Revilla, Liza Lorena, Dante Varona, Ramon Zamora, Lito Legaspi, Desiree Destreza, Max Alvarado, Nello nayo, Anita Linda, Willy Milan, Sancho Tesalona, Virginia Montes, Ric Bustamante, Venchito Galvez, Pat Salvador, Totoy Torrente
Episode 3: Direction Armando Herrera; Cast: Fernando Poe, Jr., Gina Alajar, Zernan Manahan, Mary Walter, Vic Varrion, Danny Rojo
Episode 4: Direction Cesar Gallardo; Cast: Joseph Estrada, Helen Gamboa, George Estregan, Paquito Diaz, Paraluman, Vic Silayan, Leopoldo Salcedo, Jun Mariano, Liza Villa
Episode 5: Direction Romy Suzara; Cast: Nora AUnor, Vilma Santos, Tirso Cruz III, Jay Ilagan, Alona Alegre, Rudy Fernandez, Hilda Koronel, Elizabeth Oropesa, Walter Navarro, Patria Plata, Jose Romulo, Angelo Ventura, Renato Robles, Bomber Moran, Joaquin Fajardo, Tino de Lara - Video48
Plot Description: "Dugo at Pagibig sa Kapirasong Lupa is 1975 Epic Film with Star-stunted cast like Fernando Poe Jr, Ramon Revilla, Joseph Estrada, Nora Aunor, Dante Rivero, Eddie Garcia, Vic Vargas, George Estregan, Mary Walter, Gina Alajar and the other all time favorite artist...Filipino People fight against colonialism Spain, Japan and even their fellow Filipinos abusing the power in the government..." - Wikipilipinas (READ MORE)
Film Achievement: No Available Data
Film Reviews: A Must for the Filipino History Students and for everyone who wants to awaken the innate nationalism in them. These series of stories depicting the fight of the Filipinos against colonialism of Spain, Japan and even their fellow Filipinos abusing the power in the government. A seemingly serious film but spiced with the star-studded cast like Fernando Poe Jr., Ramon Revilla, Joseph Estrada, Nora Aunor, Dante Rivero, Eddie Garcia, Vic Vargas, Goerge Estregan and the other all time favorite artists. This movie even highlighted the comparison between the love of country and the other kind of love we offer to our family and to our beloved as the story featured love stories in the midst of tragic and bloody war happening in our society. - Kabayan Central (READ MORE)
"...Hindi dito natapos ang Nora-Vilma rivalry. Pero ang pagsasama ng dalawang aktres sa isang pelikula was not repeated after Danny Zialcita’s T-Bird at Ako (released in 1982). Their initial appearance together was in 1970’s Young Love; naulit in 1978, sa Ikaw Ay Akin ni Bernal; at mayroon silang tig-isang episode sa Dugo at Pag-Ibig sa Kapirasong Lupa in 1975 at Pinagbuklod ng Pag-Ibig, also released in early 1978. At the height of the Nora-Vilma rivalry for acting supremacy, ang kanilang mga pelikula, magkahiwalay man sila o magkasama, ang may malaking kinikita for their producers. In 1982 and 1983, Vilma was Box-Office Queen and Urian Best Actress; while Nora did several blockbusters (like Beloved and Till We Meet Again). There was social unrest, following the Ninoy Aquino assassination on Aug. 21, 1983, pero masigla ang daigdig ng TV at pelikula. Sikat pa rin sina Nora at Vilma..." - William Reyes (READ MORE)
"...Sa taong 1975 ay nakagawa si Vi ng siyam na pelikula.....Basta't Isipin Mong Mahal Kita (Enero 24, 1975) kasama sina Eugene Torre at Coney Reyes.....Nakakahiya? (Pebrero 28, 1975) kasama sina Eddie Rodriguez, Gloria Romero at Barbara Perez.....Ibong Lukaret (Abril 25, 1975) kasama sina George Estregan, Alona Alegre, Nick Romano at Rudy Fernandez.....ang all star-cast na Dugo at Pagibig sa Kapirasong Lupa (Hunyo 12, 1975).....Teribol Dobol (Hunyo 27, 1975) kasama si Chiquito at Walter Navarro.....Vilma 29 (Agosto 29, 1975) kasama si Jun Aristorenas.....Karugtong Ang Kahapon (Setyembre 21, 1975) kasma sina Bobot, Gloria Romero, Celia Rodriguez, Eddie Garcia, Jay Ilagan at Joseph Sytangco.....Tag-ulan Sa Tag-araw (Oktubre 17, 1975) kasama si Christopher de Leon.....at ang pang-Christmas presentation ng TIIP na Darna Vs. The Planetwomen (Disyembre 25, 1975) kasama sina Rossana Marquez at Zandro Zamora. Sa pelikulang Nakakahiya?, si Vi ang nanalong best actress ng Bacolod City Film Festival..." - Alfonso Valencia (READ MORE)
Bumandila na anaman ang JE Productions sa nakaraang FAMAS awards night nang makopo nila ang tatlong pinakamalalaking tropeo ng karangalan kabilang na ang Best Picture para sa Kumander Alibasbas, Best Actor para kay Joseph Estrada at sa Best Director para kay Augusto “Totoy” Buenaventura sa sermeonyang ginanap sa Metropolitan Theatre. Ito ang ikalimang karangalan natamo ni Erap sa iisang kategorya na nag-akyat sa kanya sa tinatawag na Hall of Fame, at siya rin ang kauna-unahang aktor na hall of famer sa best actor category. Natamo ni Erap ang unang best actor award noong 1962, Patria Adorada at ngayong 1981, Kumander Alibasbas. Ito namang Kumander Alibasbas ang ikatlong best director award na natamo ni Totoy Buenaventura. Una ay ang Kill the Pushers noong 1971 at Bakya Mo Neneng noong 1978. Sa best screenplay award ay hall of famer na si Buenaventura. Sobra pa nga sa quota ang natamong karangalan ni Buenaventura sa dapat na maging hall of famer. Anim na best screenplay awards na ang kanyang natatamo sa FAMAS: Kalibre .45 noong 1956, Psycho Sex Killer, 1968, Patria Adorada, 1969, Tatay na si Erap, 1970, Kill the Pushers, 1971, Bakya Mo Neneng, 1978.
Ang Kumander Alibasbas din ang isa sa mga box-office hit nang nakaraang taon. Kasaysayan ng isang rebel leader sa gitna ng tinatawag na labor unrest sa Central Luzon before Martial Law, ang Kumander Alibasbas ay naging kontroberyal sapagkat tumalakay rin ito sa ilang political problems ng bansa. Tinatayang may maselang tema, subalit mahusay na nailarawan nang walang “nasagasaan.” Umiiral ang cinematic effects ng pelikula na siyang nakatawag ng pansin sa mga humusga. Ang aktress na si Vilma Santos naman ang nagkamit ng Best Actress award dahilan sa makatotohanan niyang pagganap sa pelikula ng MVP na Pakawalan Mo Ako na tumatalakay sa tatsulok na pag-ibig na kung saan ay nakapareha niya sina Christopher de Leon at Anthony Castelo sa direksiyon ni Elwood Perez. Nakamit ni Chanda Romero ang Best Supporting Actress award sa pelikulang Karma na siya rin pinagwagihan sa best supporting actor award ni Tommy Abuel. Tatlong award rin ang natamo ng FPJ para sa pelikulang Ang Pagbabalik ng Panday: Best Art Direction, Rolando Sacristia; Best Sound para kay Cesar Lucas at Best Cinematography para kay Vir Reyes. Tuwang tuwa ang mga fans ng bulilit na si Sheryl Cruz na hinirang bilang Best Child Actress para sa Basang Sisiw at ang Best Child Actor ay natamo ng isang baguhang si Mark Versoza para sa pelikulang I Confess. Si Sheryl ay anak ng magasawang artistang sina Ricky Belmonte at Rosemarie Sonora. Sabi nga ni Inday Badiday, naunahan pa ni Sheryl na magka-award sina Ricky at Rosemarie. Dalawang award naman ang natamo ng pelikulang Init o Lamig; Best Editing for Edgardo Vinarao at Best Story for Baby Nebrida. Bukod kay Vilma Santos, ang Pakawalan Mo Ako ay nagkamit din ng dalawa pang award: Best Theme Song for Louie Ocampo at Jimmy Santiago at Best Music for Lutgardo Labad.
Nakamit ni Mother Lily Monteverde ang special award na Cirio Santiago Memorial Award; kay German Moreno ang Jose R. Perez Memorial Award; at Marichu Vera Perez ang Gregorio Valdez Memorial Award. Stage emcees sina Bert “Tawa” Marcelo at Coney Reyes-Mumar at achor woman naman si Helen Vela. Naging performer sina Rico J. Puno, Sharon Cuneta, Ivy Violan, Something Special, Lirio Vital, at Obusan Dance Troupe. Matabang mataba marahil ang puso ng presidente ng FAMAS na si Ros H. Olgado, sampu ng mga opisyales at kasapi ng akademiya dahil sa talumpati ng guest of honor na si Ms. Imee Marcos, ang direktor general ng Experimental Cinema of the Philippines. Lalo na nang ipahayag niya ang pagnanasang makapagpatuloy pa ang FAMAS sa pagkakaloob ng prestihiyosong awards ng tulad nang ipinamahagi nang gabing iyon. Sinabi pa ni Imee na kung nagkakaroon man ng krisis sa FAMAs, iyon ay bahagi ng pagunlad. Aniya, parang puno ng kawayan ang FAMAS na maaaring humahapay kapag may malakas na unos subalit makaraan ang unos na ‘yon ay muling titindig na tila aabutin pati ang langit. Ayon sa mga observer, ang nakaraang awards night ay lalong nagpatunay na ang FAMAS ay matibay pa rin at may prestihiyo at ito pa lamang ang kaisa-isang award giving body na nirerespeto at pinagsisikapang makamit ng mga taga-industriya. Sa lahat ng mga awardee, congratulations and mabuhay kayong lahat! - Mar D’Guzman Cruz, READ MORE
Basic Information: Directed: Cesar Gallardo; Story, screenplay: Nestor U. Torre Jr.; Cast: Joseph Estrada, Vilma Santos, Rod Navarro, Marissa Delgado, Lucita Soriano, Rossana Marquez, Lorli Villanueva, Ike Lozada, Anita Linda, Ruben Rustia, Greg Lozano, Jose Villafranca, Rudy Manlapaz, Avel Morado, Romy Nario, Robert Talby, Arturo Moran, Robert Miller, Delia Victorino, Carmen Romasanta, Elizabeth Vaughn, SOS Daredevils, Dondon Nakar, Winnie Santos, Princess, Big 3 Sullivans, Metring David, Bayani Casimiro, Mary Walter, Ronald Rei, Boy Marco; Executive producer: Espiridion Laxa; Original Music: Restie Umali, Levi Celerio
Plot Description: King Kayam’s search for another wife brought him the escapee, Princess Gracia. She doesn’t want to be wed to a man, she doesn’t love so she left her kingdom and ended up in King Kayam’s kingdom. They met and fell in love.
Film Achievement: Vilma and Joseph’s first film together as an adult actors and third overall. Their first film was Batang Iwahig, where Vilma was just a child star. The other film was Dugo at Pag-ibig sa
Kapirasong Lupa where they did not share any screeen time.
Film Reviews: The film started promising with funny scenes of Joseph Estrada facing his people seeking his advice or help. One was when a man presented his new product, a flying magic carpet but when the carpet didnt fly, Estrada suggested a lighter weight rider. Then veteran actress and much younger, Mary Walter in a cameo role, brought her just bought magic lamp. She complained to the king that the seller fooled her to buy the lamp and wanted a refund. She then caress the lamp and the gennie came out but instead of the expected giant gennie, a midget dwarf came out. Then from this moment the film went downhill. A singing bird, a transexual Ike Lozada being auctioned, Rod Navarro’s over the top villain antics, all failed to sustained our attention. The weak storyline did not help. Patterned with the Hollywood film, King Kayam & I’s only saving grace was the acting of its lead stars. Joseph Estrada’s precense was commanding and convincing as the playboy king and Vilma’s charming innocense despite the sexy dance number at the end complimented Joseph’s macho image. The two did three films, although they didn’t shared a single scene in Dugo at Pagibig sa Kapirasong Lupa, King Kayam was their only film together as mature actors. Their first outing was Batang Iwahig, when Vi was just a childstar and Joseph was in his early years as a bankable action star. Produced by Experidion Laxa of Tagalog Ilang-Ilang Production, the film was just a mild hit, probably the main reason why there was no follow-up project for the two. Two reasons why the film failed was probably the cheap set decorations and the weak story/screenplay of Nestor U Torre, Jr. The song lyrics of Levi Celerio can’t salvaged the mostly canned music of Resti Umali either. This was despite the splendid musical number in the kitchen (when Vilma protested to the cooks that she was a princess and should be treated like one). Die-hard Vilmanians would probably considered Vilma’s dance number at the very end as the hightlight of the film. - RV, (READ MORE)
"...Naging very successful ang unang pagtatambal nina Vilma Santos at Joseph Estrada sa pelikulang King Khayam And I ng TIIP. Kahit bumabagyo ay hugos pa rin ang tao upang mapanood lang ang napabalitang pelikulang ito. Subalit nitong mga huling araw ng pagtatanghal ng nasabing pelikula, medyo naging mahina ang pasok ng tao. may nagsasabing talagang ganito lang ang panahon kapag magpapasko, sa halip na manood ýung iba, ipinamimili muna ng kanilang pamasko ang mga mahal nila sa buhay. At least, ang kaunting salaping gugugulin nila sa entertainment ay ipinagdaragdag nila sa kanilang Christmas savings..."- Levi, Modern Romances and True Confessions Magazine, 16 December 1974
Basic Information: Directed: Armando Garces; Story: Romeo N. Galang; Screenplay: Romeo N. Galang; Cast: Joseph Estrada, Amalia Fuentes, Leopoldo Salcedo, Gloria Romero, Jun Aristorenas, Divina Valencia, Mario Montenegro, Perla Bautista, Anna Gonzales, Eddie Garcia, Mila Ocampo, Paquito Diaz, Von Serna, Eddie Infante, Gil de Leon, Jose De Villa, Jose Vergara, Luis Castro, Vilma Santos; Original Music: Restie Umali; Cinematography: Fortunato Bernardo; Executive producer: Rey Ylag
Plot Description: De Colores, an all-star flick with such superstars as Joseph Estrada, Amalia Fuentes and Gloria Romero. Despite multiple episodic stories of this movie about the “cult/ religious” revival among the elite Catholics, Vilma was in a forgettable episode.
Film Achievement: FAMAS: Best Actor - Eddie Garcia, Best Actress Nomination – Perla Bautista, Best Director Nomination – Armando Garces, Best Picture Nomination
Film Reviews: "...Ipinanganak nga marahil si Ma. Rosa Vilma Tuazon Santos sa show business dahil sa pagitan ng taping ng “Larawan..” ay nagkasunod-sunod na ang kanyang mga pelikula...“De Colores” ng Arco-Iris (Marso 30 – April 10, 1968)...hanggang “Young Love” ng VP Enero 1 – 21, 1970) ng lumikha ng rekord sa takilya....Makalipas ang mga tatlong buwan, nakatanggap ng maikling sulat si Mama Santos muka lay G. Agra. Naghahanap ang Sampaguita Picutures ng batang babae na gaganap ng mahalagang papel sa “Anak, Ang Iyong Ina!” at isinali ng amain ang pangalan ni Vi. Hindi puwedeng lumiban si Papa Santos sa pinpasukang government office, at ayaw naman nilang mapahiya ang kamag-anak, kaya napilitan si Mama Santos na humingi ng day=off sa opisina (Aguinaldo’s). Pagdating sa studio, wala si G. Agra at nasa location shooting, ngunit totoong naroroon ang pangalan ni Vi, kaya’t pinapasok sila sa tanggapan. Napadaan sa harapan ni Mama Santos si Bella Flores na dala ang script ng “Trudis Liit.” Nagulumihanan si Mama Santos. Binasa niyang muli ang liham ni G. Agra. Mali yata ang napuntahan nila! Akma niyang tatawagin si Vi na noon ay nkikipaglaro sa iba pang mga bata upang yayain na itong umuwi, nang pumasok sina Mommy Vera, Dr. at Mrs. Perez, at Eddie Garcia. At doon nagsimula ang movie career ni Vi na magpahanggang ngayon ay batbat pa rin ng iba’t ibang panunuri, opinyon at konklusiyon..." - Ched P. Gonzales (READ MORE)
"...De Colores, an all-star flick with such superstars as Joseph Estrada, Amalia Fuentes and Gloria Romero. Despite multiple episodic stories of this movie about the “cult/ religious” revival among the elite Catholics, Vilma was in a forgettable episode. I wasn't sure if she played a rebellious daughter turned good via the Cursillo, and whether she sharred scenes with Ms. Romero. What mattered was the she bumped into her Tita Gloria on the set. More bonding, please..." - Showbiz Pinoy (READ MORE)
Basic Information: Directed: Cesar Gallardo; Story: Augusto Buenaventura; Screenplay: Augusto Buenaventura; Cast: Joseph Estrada, Mario Montenegro, Barbara Perez, Eddie Garcia, Gloria Sevilla, Johnny Monteiro, Vic Silayan, Yolanda Guevarra, Eddie Infante, Elsa Boufard, Jose Vergara, Ely Ramos Jr., Jose Garcia, Rafael Jimenez, Romy Diaz, Jose Padilla Jr., Anita Linda, Lou Salvador Jr., Angelo Ventura, Jay Ilagan, Vilma Santos, Rene Rueda, Avel Morado, Ben Datu, Lou Salvador; Executive producer: Joseph Estrada; Original Music: Ariston Avelino; Cinematography: Felipe Sacdalan; Release Date: Disyembre 30, 1966 – Enero 9, 1967; Production Co.: Emar Productions; Film Poster: Video 48
Plot Description: Story of Tomas Ronquillo (Joseph Estrada) before the Spanish revolt of 1896. His struggle to fight for his family and the oppressive Spaniards.
Film Achievement:15th FAMAS AWARDS (1966): Best Actor – Joseph Estrada, Best Cinematography – Felipe Sacdalan, Best Picture – Joseph Estrada, Best Supporting Actor – Eddie Garcia, Best Actress Nomination – Barbara Perez, Best Director Nomination – Cesar Gallardo, Best Supporting Actress Nomination – Gloria Sevilla, Best Story – Augusto Buenaventura; Manila Film Festival: Best Dramatic Film
Lifetime Achievement Award - Director-scriptwriter Totoy Buenaventura, one of President Joseph Estrada's favorite filmmakers, is this year's lifetime achievement awardee of the Manila Film Festival. A Manileño, Buenaventura was born on Feb. 2, 1933 in Tondo, Manila, where he also finished elementary (Magat Salamat Elementary School) and high school (Torres High School). He took up bachelor of arts at Far Eastern University in downtown Manila. Buenaventura wrote scripts and directed films set in Manila, many of which starred Joseph Estrada. The Manila Film Festival honored him with a best director award in 1971 for "Ang Uliran." Buenaventura's writing and directorial credits include "Geron Busabos," "Ito ang Pilipino," "Erap Is My Guy," "Bakya Mo Neneng," "Kumander Alibasbas," "Diligin Mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na Lupa," and "Sa mga Kuko ng Agila," all starring Josesph Estrada. - Sol Jose Vanzi, June 5, 1999 (READ MORE)
Film Reviews: "...In 1966, Estrada was "just" an actor portraying a bandit fighting the Spaniards, led by Eddie Garcia. Directed by Cesar "Chat" Gallardo, an important scene in the film featured the late Vic Silayan telling the young Estrada that he would be the country's next president-to which, Estrada's character answered in disbelief, saying it was impossible, because he could neither read nor write! Prophetically, the historical film presaged the actor's political career. Who would have known that he'd become the 13th president of the Philippines?! At the screening, Estrada's leading lady, Barbara Perez, who was first seen in 195'6's "Chabacano," was in the audience to watch the "lost" film revived by the Society of Filipino Archivists for Film (SOFIA). The actress shares: "Back then, I kept getting in and out show biz, especially when I had to give birth!..." - Rica Arevalo (READ MORE)
Ang Giting ng Pilipino - "Ang katutubong giting ng mga Pilipino ang pinapaksa ng pelikulant Ito Ang Pilipino ng Emar Pictures. Ang pakikipaglaban ng magigiting na bayani upang matamo ang kalayaan ay siyang nagpapagalaw sa pelikulang ito na tinatampukan nina Joseph Estrada at Barbara Perez. Kasama rin dito sina Mario Montenegro, Johnny Monteiro at Elsa Bouffard. Sa iba't ibang yugto ng panahon mula kay Lapulapu, nagpamalas ang lahing kayumanggi ng kagulat-gulat na giting at tapang sa mga bansang nang-alipin sa ating kapuluan. Sa panahon ng pananakop ng mga kastila, hindi mabilang na pagbabangon ang nakatala sa kasaysayan upang malagot ang gapon ng pagkakaalipin. Sa kabila ng pagiging maliit at mahinang bansa, ang Pilipinas ay hindi nawawalan ng mga anak na hindi natakot magbuwis ng buhay sa maraming mararwal na larangan alang-alang sa kalayaan, maging noong lumunsad ang mga Amerikano at nitong huli ay nang pataksil na manalasa ang mga Hapones. Napapanahon madin ang pelikulang katulad ng Ito Ang Pilipino upang maipakilala ang katutubong kabayanihan ng mga Pilipino." - Tagumpay Magazine, 21 December 1966 (READ MORE)
Basic Information: Directed: Pablo Santiago; Screenplay: Ding M. De Jesus; Cast: Joseph Estrada, Paquito Diaz, Diana Dean, Bessie Barredo, Boy Francisco, Jose Vergara, Vilma Santos, Miguel Lopez, Avel Morado, Joaquin Fajardo, Manding Riño, Ponching Tambol, Leo Buenafe, Robert Rivera, Fil Lizarondo, Mike Francisco; Film poster: Video48
Plot Description: Iwahig Penal Colony is already a good haven for prisoners. Edgardo Alvarez (Joseph Estrada) was transferred to this place prior to his release. A hundred thousand pesos was the reason why he was detained. He, together w/ the group of Brando (Paquito Diaz) robbed the said amount and Edgar kept the same amount by burying it in a certain place before he was arrested by the police. Brando tortured him and his family even while he's in prison because of the said money only to find out that they just fought for nothing. - Kabayan Central (READ MORE)
Film Achievement: No Available Data
Film Reviews: "...Joseph Estrada was at his best appearing in ‘tough guy’ roles after striking it big as “Asiong Salonga” in 1961. He was rough and mean in movies like North Harbor (1961), Pulong Diablo (1963), Basagulero (1963); Geron Busabos: Ang Batang Quiapo (1964); Batang Angustia (1965); Batang Iwahig (1966) and many more where he essayed the role of a ‘kanto boy.’ However in the 70s and 80s, Estrada chose to do light-comedy films (remember the Tatay na si Erap series, Erap is my Guy, Mamang Sorbetero, among others) and more of a Dirty Harry type of movies, where he portrayed a determined and dedicated law enforcer. He did quite a number of these movies starting with Kill the Pushers in 1972 and so on with Panic (1973), Ranson (1974), among others..." - Simon Santos (READ MORE)
"...Ipinanganak nga marahil si Ma. Rosa Vilma Tuazon Santos sa show business dahil sa pagitan ng taping ng “Larawan..” ay nagkasunod-sunod na ang kanyang mga pelikula...“Ito Ang Dahilan” ng LSP (Agosto 1 – 8, 1966)...hanggang “Young Love” ng VP Enero 1 – 21, 1970) ng lumikha ng rekord sa takilya....Makalipas ang mga tatlong buwan, nakatanggap ng maikling sulat si Mama Santos muka lay G. Agra. Naghahanap ang Sampaguita Picutures ng batang babae na gaganap ng mahalagang papel sa “Anak, Ang Iyong Ina!” at isinali ng amain ang pangalan ni Vi. Hindi puwedeng lumiban si Papa Santos sa pinpasukang government office, at ayaw naman nilang mapahiya ang kamag-anak, kaya napilitan si Mama Santos na humingi ng day=off sa opisina (Aguinaldo’s). Pagdating sa studio, wala si G. Agra at nasa location shooting, ngunit totoong naroroon ang pangalan ni Vi, kaya’t pinapasok sila sa tanggapan. Napadaan sa harapan ni Mama Santos si Bella Flores na dala ang script ng “Trudis Liit.” Nagulumihanan si Mama Santos. Binasa niyang muli ang liham ni G. Agra. Mali yata ang napuntahan nila! Akma niyang tatawagin si Vi na noon ay nkikipaglaro sa iba pang mga bata upang yayain na itong umuwi, nang pumasok sina Mommy Vera, Dr. at Mrs. Perez, at Eddie Garcia. At doon nagsimula ang movie career ni Vi na magpahanggang ngayon ay batbat pa rin ng iba’t ibang panunuri, opinyon at konklusiyon..." - Ched P. Gonzales (READ MORE)
"...Edgardo (Joseph Estrada) is a safecracker. To help care of his blind sister Vina (Vilma Santos), he takes care a life of crime. Edgardo hooks up with Brando (Paquito Diaz) to steal a hundred thousand pesos from Don Joaquin. But the robbery goes wrong and Edgardo ends up in jail. But not before burying the money in a safe place. Several years later, Edgardo is pardoned and he swears to remain on the straight and narrow. But Brando and his cohorts would not let him. They have waited all these years for their share of the loot and they are not about to just let Edgardo go. What if Brando uses Vina to ensure Edgardo's cooperation? Can Edgardo afford to risk his sister's life?..." - Mav Shack (READ MORE)
Mas marami ang mga bumabagsak. At this stage, marami rin ang humuhula: If Erap is paired with Guy and Ronnie with Vilma, then malaki rin ang posibilidad na the following witll emerge: Susan-Jay starrer; and Amalia-Pip flick; at ilang pang combination ng senior at junior superstars. Pero ang maganda nga nito, beautiful ang kanilang samahan. Walang intrigue at no professional jealousy. - Bee Kay Jay, Bulaklak Magazine No.66, 05 February 1973, reposted by Pelikula Atbp (READ MORE)
