Rosanna Ortiz
Also Known As: Violeta Orbita
Biography: Rosanna Ortiz was born as Violeta Orbita. She is an actress, known for Araw-araw, gabi-gabi (1975), Patayin mo sa sindak si Barbara (1974) and Panic! (1973) She was one of those who started the bold trend in the 60’s but she became a fine actress when she won Asia ’s Best Supporting Actress for the movie Patayin Mo Sa Sindak Si Barbara , directed by Celso Ad. Castilo. She was only 16 when she entered the movies in the late 60's. She appeared in several sex flicks such as Hayok and Ang Magsasaging ni Pacing. In 1971 alone, she finished 15 movies. While other bold stas remained in bold films, she transitioned to serious and dramatic roles such as in Daluyong (1971) for Ishmael Bernal, Ang Kampana ng Santa Quiteria (1971) for FPJ for which she earned a Famas Best Supporting Actress nomination, Anthony and Cleopatra (1972) for Dolphy and Patayin Mo sa Sindak si Barbara (1974) for Celso Ad Castillo, where she was praised for her memorable performance. She also appeared in Ibong Adarna with Dolphy, Panchito Alba and Babalu as the three prince brothers. She was the reason for the sensational killing of a businessman’s son which sent Eddie Fernadez and Berting Labra to prison.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines
Birthday: Not available
Adult: No
Gender: Female
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Darna vs. The Planet Women
Overview: Crippled girl Narda finds her boyfriend paralyzed by a mysterious beam shot from a UFO. Together with her powers and brother Ding, she transforms into Darna and fights against alien women who are trying to make the Earth a colony of their own planet.
Genres: Action Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-12-25
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Drakulita
Overview: A story about a family who left the metro to live a peaceful life in the province, but it seems that it's not as peaceful as they thought it would be when they meet their new neighbor.
Genres: Horror Comedy Music
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1969-08-19
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An Affair in Tahiti
Overview: A 1975 Filipino romantic drama starring Gloria Diaz and Vic Vargas.
Genres: Romance Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-03-29
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Savage!
Overview: Low-budget adventure starring former baseball star James Iglehart as Savage, who is kidnapped by South American rebels. After a time, he sees their position and is joined by a female commando squad in battling the repressive government officials.
Genres: Action Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-05-01
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Asawa Ko Silang Lahat
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Genres: Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1977-11-11
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Storm Surge!
Overview: Six beautiful people caught in a deluge of their own raw passions unleashed.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1971-09-01
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Zoom, Zoom, Superman!
Overview: A Filipino parody film of DC's Superman in three segments directed by different directors.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-08-24
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Digmaan Ng Mga Angkan
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1971-06-06
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Ako'y Paru-paro, Bulaklak Naman Ako
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-11-03
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Savage Sisters
Overview: A corrupt General plans on smuggling one million US dollars out of the Banana Republic he dominates. Local revolutionaries plan on stealing the cash but are thwarted when a bandit leader they are working with double crosses them. A tough cop and her boyfriend help two of the female revolutionaries escape from prison hoping that they will lead them to the cash, which they plan on keeping for themselves.
Genres: Action Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1974-07-01
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Araw-araw Gabi-gabi
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-09-21
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Gulapa
Overview: True to life story of Mayor Patrocinio Gulapa of Maragondon, Cavite who possesses an amulet which deters him from harm. The source of his "anting-anting" is the water in the fish tank, the life of the Mayor is linked to the fish. So, when the fish is seing kissing it is also the same for the Mayor, as well as if the fish is seen dying, there is an imminent danger on the life of the Mayor.
Genres: History Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1977-03-04
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Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria
Overview: A story about a sergeant held captive by fugitives searching for a treasure hidden in a remote village.
Genres: Thriller
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1971-12-04
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Magiting at Pusakal
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-04-15
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Mystery and Terror
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Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-02-08
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Ransom!
Overview: This Filipino action thriller concerns a crime syndicate which specializes in holding people for ransom. Their most recent foray into crime succeeds in two cases but runs into difficulties when the kidnappers rape the daughter of their latest victim, a doctor. The doctor enlists the help of police Captain Alvaran (Joseph Estrada), who hunts the villains down with the able support of his loving wife.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-02-22
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Mokong
Overview:
Genres: Action Drama Comedy War
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-01-18
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Laman sa Laman
Overview: Bomba inspired by the "Swedish New Wave"
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1970-11-01
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Langit, Lupa at Impiyerno (Pandemonium)
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Genres: Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-11-21
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Roulette
Overview:
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-04-11
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Apoy ng kaligayahan
Overview: A bomba film of nature and sexual passions
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-10-10
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Ugat
Overview: A man who upon seeking his father be execute by the Japanese during the war has spent his life searching for the people who were responsible. Like the men who execute him. And the people who informed to the Japanese. Eventually he becomes a target and he jeopardizes what family he has left.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-10-13
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Kill Barbara with Panic
Overview: Barbara has always been overly indulgent of her little sister, Ruth's every whim. Her past comes back to haunt her when Barbara receives news that her younger sister has killed herself and was witnessed by Ruth's only daughter Karen. Barbara immediately returns to the Philippines to mourn her sister and comfort her unstable niece. Upon Barbara's return, she learns the reason surrounding Ruth's mysterious death.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-08-16
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Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin
Overview: A story about the life of Rosa Henson and Kumander Lawin.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-04-30
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Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-04-25
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Mga Mata ni Angelita
Overview: 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 Julie Vega into fame.
Genres: Horror Thriller Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-08-11
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Mortal
Overview: Mario O'Hara's surreal debut film about a man recovering from mental illness.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-03-05
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The Bells of San Jose
Overview: The film tells a story of large rural families suffering from economic insecurity in a remote part of the town of Magdalena, Laguna, where major life events are punctuated by the tollling of the church bells, and the coastal community of Dalahican, Quezon. Both places are homes of large families dealing with the reality of poverty.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-03-08
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Hiwaga
Overview: Filipino horror movie from 1975.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-09-05
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Ambrose Dugal
Overview: Filipino horror movie from 1973.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-04-25
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Totoy Boogie
Overview: Owners of an old dance studio's and veterans in vodaville. Failure to reach their dreams of becoming a famous dancing duo, poured all the desired gain sole son Sonny. Due to the inherited skills from parents, became a dance instructor in their studio.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-08-14
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Anthony at Cleopatra
Overview: A story about a military operative tasked to infiltrate a rebel group.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-05-14
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Ang Hiwaga ng Ibong Adarna
Overview: The story comes from the classic novel. The task was to capture the magical Ibong Adarna to cure their father's illness. The one who can bring home the bird will be the heir to the throne.
Genres: Action Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-11-03
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Fefita Fofonggay viuda de Falayfay
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-05-05
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Boy Pana
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-04-07
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