Gising Na ang Higanteng Natutulog is a 1995 Philippine action film co-written and directed by Arturo San Agustin. The film stars Andy Poe in the title role. It was one of the entries in the 1995 Manila Film Festival.[1][2]
| Gising Na ang Higanteng Natutulog | |
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| Directed by | Arturo San Agustin |
| Screenplay by |
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| Story by |
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| Produced by | Atilemrac |
| Starring | Andy Poe |
| Cinematography | Ricardo Remias |
| Edited by |
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| Music by | Edwin Ortega |
Production company | ATB-4 Films |
| Distributed by | ATB-4 Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 110 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Plot edit
Delfin Guerrero (Andy) retires from being a policeman after being fed up with the corruption in his department and returns to his hometown where he runs for chairman of his barrio.[2]
Cast edit
- Andy Poe as Delfin Guerrero
- Romy Diaz as Mulong
- Bob Soler as Mayor Sales
- Star as Kaibigan
- Glenda Garcia as Laura
- Berting Labra as Teban
- Rhey Roldan as Mayor Sales' Aide
- Ernie David as Mayor Sales' Aide
- Erwin Montes as Delfin's Brother
- Nonong Talbo as Cong. Abad
- Banjo Romero as Cong. Abad's Son
- Christian San Agustin as Delfin's Son
- Lovely Mansueto as Delfin's Daughter
- Danny Riel as Johnny
- Vic Varrion as Maj. Martin
- Guest cast
- Rudy Fernandez as Capt. Ortega
- Lito Lapid as Lt. Escobar
Production edit
Andy Poe died on May 20, days after principal photography was completed. His brother Ronnie dubbed parts of the film during post-production.[3]
Awards edit
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 1995 | 5th Manila Film Festival | Lingap ng Inang Maynila Award | Gising Na ang Higanteng Natutulog | Won | [4] |
References edit
- ^ Tiongson, Nicanor (2010). The Urian Anthology: 1990-1999. University of the Philippines Press. ISBN 9789715426473. Retrieved August 24, 2022 – via Google Books.
- ^ a b Red, Isah (June 22, 1995). "And That's How the Check Bounces". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 22. Retrieved April 16, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Japitana, Norma (June 30, 1995). "How Much Can You Show?". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 23. Retrieved April 16, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ "Aiko, Richard Top Manila Filmfest Awards". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. June 23, 1995. p. 26. Retrieved April 16, 2023 – via Google News.
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