Max Alvarado
Also Known As: Gavino Maximo Teodosio
Biography: Max Alvarado (19 February 1929 – 6 April 1997) was a FAMAS award-winning Filipino film actor known mainly by his portrayals of villains in a career which spanned six decades. Max Alvarado was born as Gavino Maximo Teodosio in Manila. In his youth, he was a member of street gangs, as well as an itinerant manual laborer. He broke into films in 1948 as a bit player in Halik sa Bandila. Soon after, he was frequently cast as a villain in films produced by Premiere Production and its sister company, Larry Santiago Productions, as well as People's Pictures. He first gained critical notice in the 1953 film Ang Sawa Sa Lumang Simboryo directed by Gerry de Leon. For that role, he garnered a FAMAS Best Supporting Actor nomination. Ultimately, Alvarado was nominated for 5 FAMAS Best Supporting Actor nominations, winning the trophy in 1971 for Ang Kampana ng Sta. Quiteria. Alvarado was also nominated for a FAMAS Best Actor award in 1968 for Tatak Sakramentos. Beginning in 1967 with Alyas Chain Gang, he was cast in leading and supporting roles even as a romantic lead, despite his swarthy and somewhat villainous appearance. Alvarado also showcased his versatility by sometimes playing gay roles, such as in the 1978 film Gorgonia as well as Non-Villain or supporting Roles. As a villain, Alvarado was frequently cast opposite the heroic roles of Fernando Poe Jr., although he has also portrayed a supporting ally to the latter in films such as "Walang Matigas na Tinapay sa Mainit na Kape" alongside Paquito Diaz, also in a non-antagonist role which starred former child star Vandolph, and fellow villain actor Paquito's younger brother Romy Diaz as the main antagonist.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Adult: No
Birthday: February 19, 1929
Age: 96 years old
Gender: Male
Deathday: April 06, 1997
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Balbakwa
Overview: A 1989 Filipino comedy film starring Dolphy, Panchito, and Babalu.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-03-01
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Rambo Tan-Go Part III
Overview: Forced by his family to join the army, Johnny Rambo ends up in the squad of misfits.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-08-22
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Isang Salop na Bala
Overview: A 1990 Filipino action comedy film starring Palito
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-08-14
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Barok Goes to Hong Kong
Overview: Three Neanderthals sail to escape the famine in the Philippines.
Genres: Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-07-19
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Isang Kumot, Tatlong Unan
Overview: Passion finds fulfillment in a ménage à trois between two men and a woman.
Genres: Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-05-23
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Sigaw ng Katarungan
Overview: An auto mechanic who believes in honest hard work is the illegitimate son of a rich man. He proves to be better than his father's legitimate children.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1984-03-15
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Kapag Buhay Ang Inutang
Overview: Mario seeks justice and hunts those who endanger his loved ones in an action-packed adventure filled with twists.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1983-06-16
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A Man Called Tolongges
Overview: A 1981 Filipino Western film starring George Javier, Pia Moran, and Redford White.
Genres: Action Romance Comedy Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-04-03
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Humanda Ka... Ikaw ang Susunod
Overview: A 1987 Filipino action film starring Rudy Fernandez.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1987-04-29
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Bilang Na Ang Oras Mo
Overview: A mysterious vigilante singlehandedly and summarily eliminates criminals.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1985-04-06
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Ang Maton
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1959-06-28
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Isa Isa Lang
Overview: The billiard ball is round... like the life of Carding which revolves around the billiard table for the survival of his small family. As a master of the game, he's prey to the big bets and vices of rich gamblers. He seeks revenge on them when he was falsely accused of playing the game backward.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1985-07-18
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Makahiya at Talahib
Overview: Love story in the midst of politics and contreversy and envy. Two lovers fought through all obstacles of rumors and false accusations.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-12-25
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Alyas Palos II
Overview: The superhero-thief returns in this belated sequel.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1982-01-01
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Dunkin Donato
Overview: Basketball star Benjie Paras and funny man Herbert Bautista play cousins Donato and Buknoy, star player and coach of the Brgy. Maligaya basketball team. The team needs to win the league championship to help their barangay.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1993-07-29
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The Fantastic Sword
Overview: Shot in the Philippines with a largely Filipino cast, the film is set in a mythical kingdom called Barangbang, which appears to be just a normal rural Filipino village but for the fact that it is ruled over by a sultan and has a princess.
Genres: Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-11-19
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Angkan Ng Matatapang
Overview: A gunslinger and his buddy travel from town to town fighting roguish gunslingers, but one day he finally meets his match.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1963-10-21
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Isputnik vs. Darna
Overview: The fourth Darna movie and second featuring Liza Moreno, she is now fighting against Isputnik.
Genres: Fantasy Action Adventure
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1963-08-12
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Kambal Tuko
Overview: Siamese twins are born to a simple couple and they bring both luck and misfortune to their doting parents.
Genres: Adventure Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1988-04-14
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Exzur
Overview: Exzurians invade the Philippine Islands.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1956-10-31
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Tahimik Ngunit Mapanganib
Overview: A story about a silent man who was part of the guerilla who escaped the Japanese and seeks aid and rest in the vicinity of a father who lives with three daughters.
Genres: Action War Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1963-08-23
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Kapitan Inggo
Overview: A dying man gives Domingo Alejandro Santiago, aka community official Kapitan Inggo, an amulet that attracts lightning and gives him super-strength.
Genres: Adventure
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1984-01-01
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Dugo at Pag-ibig Sa Kapirasong Lupa
Overview: The greatest, longest, most expensive film produced in the film history of the Philippines. Five segments with an all-star cast, directed by five directors with a running time of 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Genres: Action Drama Romance War History
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-06-12
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Kapitan Kulas
Overview: A story about Kulas whose land papers were stolen by the Spaniards and he went and got it back, but by doing so made him a wanted man so he left to live in the mountains and became a rebel captain and fought the Spaniards.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-09-21
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Santo Domingo
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-07-06
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Bala... Dapat Kay Cris Cuenca, Public Enemy No. 1
Overview: Cris Cuenca is a poor, oppressed and hard-working family man. He tries to stay out of trouble to be able to provide for his family, but the unkind world drives him into action -- nurturing anger and hatred. Armed with a desert eagle and a talisman that protects him from bullets, Cuenca becomes an assassin and a drug lord
Genres: Crime Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1989-06-14
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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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Lo' Waist Gang
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1956-06-08
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North Harbor
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Genres: Action Thriller Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1961-08-08
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El Vibora
Overview: A re-telling of Artemio Ricarte, a Filipino patriot who fought against the Spanish and later Americans. He was later supported by the Japanese during WWII. Nickname was "El Vibora" (the Viper).
Genres: Action Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-06-18
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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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Prinsesa Naranja
Overview: 3 Romantic Stories in a great epic as colorful as it is magnificent.
Genres: Fantasy Action Adventure Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1960-03-10
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Hari sa Barilan
Overview: A man with a troubled past set out to work in a new town to turn over a new leaf but trouble seems to follow him.
Genres: Action Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1962-09-01
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Ang Panday
Overview: Panday is a blacksmith whose real name is Flavio. When a meteor fell from the sky one night, he forged the metal from the meteor into a dagger, the balaraw. When he raises the dagger to the sky, it magically grows into a sword. He uses this magical sword to fight the evil Lizardo and other supernatural beings.
Genres: Horror Action Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-12-25
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Baril sa Baril
Overview: A story about two childhood friends Mario and Ricardo who are both war heroes, one day a corrupt attorney who desires power uses their good-hearted nature to test their friendship to get rid of each other.
Genres: Action Drama Thriller
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1961-06-17
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Ito Ang Maynila
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Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1963-04-30
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Sigaw ng Digmaan
Overview: A handful of soldiers holed up on a hilltop to repel the horde of advancing Japanese troops, sacrificing their lives for their beloved country.
Genres: Action War
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1963-12-29
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Dino Barbaro
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Genres: Action Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1969-06-23
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No Retreat...No Surrender...Si Kumander
Overview: The sequel to Manedyer si Kumander sees Susan Roces and Fernando Poe Jr reprising their roles as Benita and Gener. This is the final screen collaboration of the Filipino filmdom's royal couple.
Genres: Family Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1987-09-17
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Victor Lopez Jr.: Robinhood Ng Tondo
Overview: Tells the exploits of Victor Lopez Jr., the beloved Robinhood figure in Tondo.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1985-12-12
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The Enforcer and the Pussycats
Overview: Tony Ferrer action movie.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1977-02-25
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Sabotage
Overview: 1966 Action movie directed by Eddie Garcia and starring Tony Ferrer, Josephine Manuel and Mary Louise Matheson
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-06-19
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Bikini Watch
Overview: Working as waiters in a private beach resort Andrew fell head over heels for lovely Dovie (Ina Raymundo). Unexpected voluptuous foreign guests led by Carolyn Sapp visit the beach and now Andrew was torn between his attraction to Carol and his love for Dovie. It's a wild and funny tale of action and romance as they encountered a mischievous group of hunks who were out to destroy the beach.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-07-11
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Ang Panday IV
Overview: Fernando Poe, Jr. is back for the fourth time as Panday Flavio to combat evil once more.
Genres: Action Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1984-12-25
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Darna and Ding
Overview: Narda receives superhuman powers and becomes Darna. Darna and her child brother Ding start by fighting the Hawk Woman; next they face-off with the Giant, and both foes are destroyed. They meet Dr. Vontesberg a good Samaritan woman doctor, who actually plans in secret to destroy an entire village to avenge her grandfather who had been mistakenly accused of being a devil worshiper. She too has powers to summon the dead and terrorize the townspeople. Narda is captured by the evil doctor, who shows Darna how she intends to achieve her plan. Just in time, Ding arrives to rescue his helpless sister and together they stop Vontesberg's plan. Darna and Ding flow their way to the city, but they are captured by a Sorceress, and they join a bunch of other prisoners. The sorceress Lei Ming and Darna measure their strength and powers. After losing her face, Lei Ming takes her own life.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1980-02-08
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Darna and the Giants
Overview: The Filipino superheroine and her little brother Ding must defend their village from alien-controlled giants.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-12-22
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Bicol Express
Overview: An omnibus seven-part movie.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1957-06-28
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3 Desperados
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Genres: Action Comedy Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1962-04-02
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San Bernardo
Overview: The town of San Bernardo was under the grip of a greedy landowner, Don Cosme and his band of hired gunslingers. Two men, Daniel and Kardo arrived separately and in incognito, with one purpose to get Don Cosme at all cost.
Genres: Action Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-04-27
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Salaginto't Salagubang
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Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-05-14
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Soliman Brothers
Overview: The story of three vengeful gay brothers who went after the men who broke their hearts.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-05-13
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Tonyong Bayawak
Overview: Story of Tonyong Bayawak who was given strong powers but in return turns him into a wild boar whenever he gets angry.
Genres: Action Fantasy Adventure
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1979-10-15
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Ang Pinakamahabang Baba sa Balat ng Lupa
Overview: The Longest Chin Man In The World
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1997-01-01
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Suicide Commandoes
Overview: The story line, although in fiction, was set in the last days of the Second World War in the Philippines, particularly the Bessang Pass in the island of Luzon. The combined Filipino and American military forces are having a hard time in defeating the Japanese Imperial Army. Because of this situation, many military personnel and civilians on the side of the Filipino and Americans caught between the opposing forces are dying in large numbers everyday. Equipment and logistics in large quantities are also lost during the same time. The top brass of the United States Armed Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) decided to select six Filipinos from various several guerrilla units under its command to execute a mission codenamed “Mission X-310”:
Genres: Action War
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1962-06-12
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Abrakadabra
Overview: Allading with his sidekicks Baste and Jojit were hired to work for an antique shop owned by the Monteros. One day, Mr Montero brought a hundred year old antique jar from a wrecked ship. While Allading was making the wooden case, the jar was accidentally broken. Two genies were freed from the jar and soon created chaos around the shop blaming everything to Allading. - Written by ledster
Genres: Fantasy Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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No Blood, No Surrender
Overview: After the war, Sgt. Samson is to deliver a letter to the wife of a friend who died in the war. Shortly after he arrives in Santo Sepulco he is beaten and thrown out of town. From now on, he is pursued by the mayor and the police chief and his men. His old soldier instinct is awakened and a fight to the death begins.
Genres: Comedy Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-09-10
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Inday Bote
Overview: a film by Luciano B. Carlos.
Genres: Romance Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1985-08-15
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Hulihin si Nardong Toothpick
Overview: a film by Jett C. Espiritu.
Genres: Comedy Action Adventure
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1990-09-19
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48 Hours
Overview: A man has 48 hours to find the men who wronged him before a bullet lodged in his chest reaches his heart.
Genres: Thriller War Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1950-04-06
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Alabang Girls
Overview: Four city boys rich in experience but undeniably penniless, meet rich and pretty girls from an up scale suburb. With nothing but sense of humor and confidence, they try their luck to get the hearts of these Alabang Girls.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-04-24
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Bobo Cop
Overview: a film by Tony Y. Reyes.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-05-12
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Petrang Kabayo at ang Pilyang Kuting
Overview: At the age of 21, Petra will transform into a horse. This is a fulfillment of the curse Silveria, the goddess of horses, put upon Kulas, Petra's father, after she caught him maltreated a horse. And the curse will only be lifted if Petra will do three heroic deeds.
Genres: Fantasy Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1988-08-25
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Si Mister at Si Misis
Overview: Real life newlyweds Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez play a couple adjusting to married life.
Genres: Romance Drama Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-12-03
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Huwag Mo Akong Limutin
Overview: Arturo neglects the social life of his wife, who, in turn, is driven to the company of another man.
Genres: Thriller Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1960-06-08
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The Moises Padilla Story
Overview: About an aspiring Negros Occidental mayoral candidate (Leopoldo Salcedo) tortured and killed during election season.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1961-01-02
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Pagbabalik ng Lawin
Overview: Young Guiller and his mother were sold as slaves to a rich miner after their ship was captured by armed men who also killed their family patriarch. After Guiller escapes the enslavement and was marooned on an unknown island, he then plots his revenge to regain his family's honor.
Genres: Action Adventure
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-01-02
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Pepeng Kaliwete
Overview: With hate locked deep in his heart and fear in his holster, he walked on to keep a rendezvous with danger and death.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1958-02-08
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Captain Yagit
Overview: a film by Angel Labra.
Genres: Fantasy Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1989-10-05
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Noli me Tángere
Overview: Based on the revolutionary novel by Jose Rizal.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1961-08-01
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Alat!
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-09-21
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Barok
Overview:
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-12-25
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Sa Iyo Ang Langit Sa Akin Ang Lupa
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Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1996-01-02
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D'Wild Wild Weng
Overview: Mr. Weng and his partner Gordon take on a gang of ninjas and Mexican banditos in California's wild, wild west.
Genres: Action Comedy Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1982-03-24
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The Game of Death
Overview: A Karate champion and his manager are invited to participate in a martial arts tournament held in an island ended up fighting for their lives while rescuing kidnapped models.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-08-05
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Kung Fu Master
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-06-23
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Hulihin Si Tiagong Akyat
Overview: Tiagong Akyat was one of the most famous outlaws in Philippine history. He terrorized Manila and the nearby provinces in the 1920s. Born Santiago Ronquillo in Imus, Cavite sometime in the late 19th century, Tiagong Akyat got his moniker because he simply entered homes and loot it of its wealth amidst the horrified residents (it should be noted that during the early 20th century, few homes had gates). Legend has it that Tiagong Akyat possessed an amulet that made him invisible. This amulet is called "Tagabulag" in Philippine folklore.Yet, despite Tiagong Akyat's notoriety, there was existing rumors that he was a "Robin Hood" character, helping the poor and looting the rich. In 1923, Manila Chief of Police John Fulton Green received an intelligence report that Tiagong Akyat was seen in Noveleta, Cavite. In cooperation with the Philippine constabulary, Green organized a formidable force to capture Tiagong Akyat, resulting to the kill of the latter.
Genres: History Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-08-15
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Working Boys
Overview: A Filipino comedy film directed by Mike Relon Makiling.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1985-02-07
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Kadenang Putik
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1960-06-16
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Rolling Rockers
Overview: A story about two brothers, one deep in the underworld with his gun, his fists, and his hate the other atop the world with his songs, his music, and his beat.
Genres: Action Drama Music
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1959-01-25
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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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Pagsapit ng Dilim
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Genres: Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-10-03
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Mokong
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Genres: Action Drama Comedy War
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-01-18
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Black Magic
Overview: A story about a good-natured common man, one day the devil tempts him to give powers of sinister origin. However, the price is the former's soul.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1987-11-26
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Blasting Bullets
Overview: When his mother and father are murdered by the evil Don Benito, farm boy and amateur gunsmith Daniel sets off on a quest to exact bloody justice.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1985-06-05
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Ang Sawa sa Lumang Simboryo
Overview: Great Gerardo de Leon fantasy, about a legendary bandit and his python-guarded treasure trove.
Genres: Action Drama Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1952-11-20
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Viva Ranchera
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Genres: Comedy Music
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-12-05
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Karnabal
Overview: Carling is a skilled mechanic who falls for Trining, the daughter of a carnival owner. Their budding romance is complicated by the presence of Lando, a troublemaker who also has his eyes on Trining. As Carling tries to win Trining's heart, he also has to deal with Lando and his gang, leading to a series of comedic and action-packed situations within the vibrant backdrop of the carnival.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-05-11
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Napoleon Agra
Overview: A true story about a conniving sociopathic mass murderer named Napoleon Agra one of the most wanted men ever in the Philippines.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-08-12
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Mission: Get the Killers on the Loose
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-01-01
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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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Vontes V
Overview: A Filipino spoof movie of Voltes V.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-01-02
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Akin ang Paghihiganti
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1960-09-11
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Atlas, Hari, Sota
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Genres: Action Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1971-12-25
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My Funny Valentine
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Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1983-02-10
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Ninja Kids
Overview: Lady Lotus, an evil sorceress, attempts to retrieve an ancient katana possessing great power from Naguchi, a martial arts master. Meanwhile, a group of friends are planning a camping trip to follow an all-girl class who are in turn on their own camping trip with their strict teacher. After several mishaps the friends are left stranded in the mountains. While navigating their way back, they stumble across a hidden cavern, where an old ninja master lives. The boys are selected to become ninjas and retrieve the katana that Lady Lotus is searching for.
Genres: Fantasy Action Drama Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-06-04
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TNT Jackson
Overview: A woman encounters thugs and drug dealers after traveling to Hong Kong to search for her missing brother.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1974-06-08
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Pagbabalik ng Panday
Overview: Flavio returns as the heroic blacksmith who uses his magical sword in fighting eveil
Genres: Action Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1981-12-24
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Sandino
Overview: The story is about two twin, separated at birth, one a mysterious young man named Sandino (played by Danilo Montes) who transforms into a monstrous hairy creature resembling a wolf man.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1952-06-30
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Tatak ng Tundo
Overview: Two childhood friends choose different paths in life; one believes in the principle of law and justice and the other believes that only the ruthless survive.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-12-08
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Muslim.357
Overview: An undercover Muslim cop named Lt. Jamal goes to Manila to identify a dangerous syndicate's leader. While serving as a bodyguard to a Police Major, he competes with two syndicate members.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-07-07
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Sgt. Clarin... Bala para sa Ulo Mo
Overview: Sgt. Clarin goes AWOL with a bunch of ragged mutineers. Together with his band of self-styled heroes, they go against all odds in this highly explosive crash-and-bang movie.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1990-03-08
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Kalawang sa Bakal (Hudas sa Lupa)
Overview: An action film
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1990-12-12
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Patigasan... ang Labanan
Overview: Eddie Garcia and Paquito Diaz teams-up in a comedy film
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1990-04-05
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Buy One, Take One
Overview: Salve and Sion is a sister living with their grandparents. Trying to make ends meet, they take in any job even if it's not high paying. Ben is a long-time friend/ admirer of Sion. He supports her in her every endeavor. When Ben's cousin, Carding arrives to Ben's place, he meets Salve and is easily smitten by her charm, when he rescues her from trouble. One day both sisters come face-to-face with criminals, they try to run away from them and report to authorities.
Genres: Romance Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-06-18
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Alupihang Dagat
Overview: Gomer lives in a humble fishing village where the men sail out to sea and the women stay behind to dive for sponge. The village has been troubled by a spate of disappearances on the part of its seafaring youngsters. Gomer learns of this upon returning from an extended voyage, and soon sets out in his tiny skiff to get to the bottom of things. Eventually he stumbles upon the island hideout of a band of modern day pirates who, under the leadership of a female captain named Odessa, are responsible for kidnapping and enslaving many of Gomer's friends and neighbors.
Genres: Adventure Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1975-08-08
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Ben Tumbling
Overview: A stuntman who dabbles as a petty thief for corrupt policemen decides to quit. His bosses do not let him go but, instead, he is tortured. His consistent brushes with the law earn him a prize on his head and attention from a daily.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-03-13
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The Rebel Hunter
Overview: Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1976 directed by Jose Yandoc and starred Ramon Revilla, Sr., Boots Anson-Roa, George Estregan, Rodolfo 'Boy' Garcia, Rez Cortez, and Max Alvarado
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-12-25
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The Interceptors
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Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-12-25
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Makuha Ka sa Tingin: Kung Puede lang
Overview: Elcid (Robin Padilla) and his buddy, Tembong (Dennis Padilla), decided to go to the capital city of the Philippines, Manila to search for greener pasture but they encounter a series of setbacks and misadventures.
Genres: Romance Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-02-10
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Dito sa Pitong Gatang
Overview: Pitong Gatang is a barangay in Tondo where Berting Cayabyab is the barangay chairman. He holds a dark secret that no one knows about. Mariposa is an adjacent barangay where Lamberta Enriquez or Lambing, for short, is the new barangay chairwoman. She is strict, tough and idealistic. All these began to change when she met the leader of Barangay Pitong Gatang.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1992-01-01
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Pieta: Book 2
Overview: Rigor dies but in Marta's fear that Noel might turn out like his amoral father, she raises her son with an iron hand.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1984-09-15
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Pieta
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Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1983-06-23
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Diwata ng Kagubatan
Overview: A story about a group searching for Japanese treasures and meeting an old man living with his gorgeous daughter.
Genres: Adventure Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-01-25
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Ang Pagbabalik Ni Leon Guerrero
Overview: Leon Guererro is a legend a hero in that little barrio but when he died, a group of bandits again ruled the place abusing the women and getting their harvest. People wrapped in fear could not think of anything but pray that another Leon Guerrero would come in and save them. Manuel, a meek son of a drunkard was chosen to play the role of the next Leon Guerrero. His appearance adds to and strengthens the anger of Gancho, the leader of the bandits. Harder to believe but in the end, everybody has to. It is not impossible for anyone to be a Hero.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-12-05
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Bugoy
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1979-12-25
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Dancing Master
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Genres: Comedy Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1979-05-31
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Labag sa batas
Overview: Mike Mendez (RAMON REVILLA) is a rich playboy, sportsman, professional gambler, and one of the best agents the government has to offer. When BIR checks are found to be counterfeited, Mike Mendez is sent to investigate. Soon, Mike realizes he is discovering secrets beyond his wildest expectations. A government agent is tasked to track down the illegal activities of a millionaire responsible for the manufacture, distribution and use of fake B.I.R. seals and stamps.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-04-01
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Balimbing
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-06-12
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Da Best in da West
Overview: Bounty hunter Dalton (Lito Lapid) and merchandizer-turned-sheriff Wild Bill Hika (Dolphy) are two of the most effective crime fighters in the West, and their existence in Bronco Town ensures its peace and order. But the two realize that the town's most dangerous menaces are Oligario (Tony Carreon) and his son Facundo (Romy Diaz), whose firm belief in their being above the law make them confident that they can take over the property of rich miner's heiress Estrelita (Yehlen Catral). Can Dalton and Bill save Estrelita--and the rest of Bronco Town--from the clutches of Oligario and Facundo?
Genres: Western Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1984-01-15
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Facundo Alitaftaf
Overview: A homeless woman died giving birth to her twin sons. One of the twins, Alitaftaf is adopted by a poor couple while the other, Facundo, is adopted by a middle-class couple. The twins grew up with contrasting lifestyles, so they built different personalities. Alitaftaf has difficulty speaking but is good-hearted while Facundo is spoiled and naughty.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1978-04-20
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Dugo ng Panday
Overview: Flavio is the Panday, the savior of mankind from the evil Lisardo. Panday goes against all odds to fight all of Lisardo's greed so that goodness will once again prevail over their land.
Genres: Action Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1993-01-04
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Agila ng Maynila
Overview: Mauro Reyes is an ex-policeman tag as a sharpshooter to the lawbreaker that managed to cope up with the death of his family and became a rescuer ... In the verge of adversity that has happened to his family, he became so depressed, self-centered and hopeless in lif, until a heinous felony re-awakened his identity. Due to the different rape slays and murders that had arise in their place, he tried to unveil the hidden mystery of the cases... discovering in the end the involvement of the law enforcer in the transgression. Will he be able to resolve everything even if he's an ex-policeman?
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1988-12-25
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The Eagle and the Sun
Overview: The story revolves around themes of justice and revenge, as an honest doctor gets wrongfully accused of a crime. He then crosses paths with a rebel and freedom fighter. The two team up as fugitives on the run, realizing that they must work together if they are to survive.
Genres: Action Crime
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-06-17
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Ang Misis Kong Hoodlum
Overview: When Andy marries Grace, he is surprised to discover that her family is staying with them. But what surprises him, even more, is finding out that they are all ex-convicts.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1996-04-25
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Hindi pa Tapos ang Laban
Overview: Fernando Poe Jr. stars as Carding Villamar, a city professional who returns to their hometown of Evangelista after learning of his brother's untimely demise. As a series of events unfold, he soon discovers that his brother didn't succumb to a heart attack as he was made to believe. He was shot in cold blood for refusing to sell his land to a powerful congressman. With a town muted and crippled by fear, the congressman's henchmen move unhampered to silence Carding and his brother's orphaned family as well. Big mistake. Armed with only a crusty riffle and a whole ton of rage. Carding sets out to right the wrong and exact vengeance for the murder of his brother. That is, if he survives the hot pursuits of bounty hunters, the militia and the police who are all in the congressman's payroll.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-25
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Ang Syota Kong Balikbayan
Overview: Jeepney driver, Nanding, gets into an accident with the rich and spoiled balikbayan Cathy, the sole heiress of the vast land on which his small community rests. But despite their differences, Nanding and Cathy become intimately attracted to one another. Seeing this as an obstacle to his ambition to claim Cathy's inheritance, Don Pacundo immediately orders for Cathy's abduction-hoping to force her to hand over her heritage.
Genres: Drama Comedy Action Romance Horror
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1996-09-25
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Walang Matigas na Tinapay sa Mainit na Kape
Overview: Butchie sells water and meets Mike and Tess. Mike is framed and imprisoned. After his release, he is challenged to a fight by villains. The movie has a simple plot, action, comedy, and a friendly atmosphere.
Genres: Romance Comedy Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1994-06-29
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Kingkoy: Ninja Komisyon
Overview: A simple street vendor gets attacked by bad guys and decides to train to become a Ninja to stop the evil in town.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-07-25
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Kampanerang Kuba
Overview: Vilma Santos is Andang, a kind, honest, and devout hunchback who lives in the church's bell tower.
Genres: Family Drama Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-03-29
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Peter Pan deSal
Overview: Peter, a cute little boy who sells bread for his crippled mother meets Pete, an ex convict that wanted to have a new life.
Genres: Action Comedy Family Fantasy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-11-25
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Ang Panday... Ikatlong Yugto
Overview: The arrival of foreign created with an eye on the sky and came to conquer the world with the aim to return in the next life the Lord of Darkness Lizardo.
Genres: Action Fantasy Adventure
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1982-12-25
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Brando Bandido
Overview: “Brando Bandido” avenges for his father who was betrayed and killed by a Don Venerando, a lawless mastermind.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-05-13
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Dolphy's Angels
Overview: A Foolish Parody Of Charlie's Angels Dolphy,who is considered the "King of Comedy" of the Philippines,stars in these parody of "Charlie's Angels" known as "Dolphy's Angels". He is cast together with Filipino sexy actresses who are known for their sex appeal.
Genres: Comedy Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-03-20
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Daniel Bartolo ng Sapang Bato
Overview: FPJ plays a man who take matters to his own hands and settles the score when he is pushed to his limits.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1982-09-10
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Kumander Ahmed Kalansalay
Overview: A 1988 Filipino action comedy film starring Palito.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1988-06-22
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Alyas Pogi 2
Overview: A 1992 Filipino film starring Bong Revilla, Rita Avila, Charito Solis, and Jay Ilagan.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1992-08-26
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Max en Jess
Overview: A 1979 Filipino comedy film starring Dolphy and Panchito
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-07-27
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Isa Para sa Lahat, Lahat Para sa Isa
Overview: A classic tale of revenge starring Fernando Poe Jr alongside his real-life brothers, Andy, Conrad, and Frederick Poe. Together, four brothers must put their differences aside and band together to avenge the brutal murder of their father by familiar enemies and finally put his memory to rest.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1979-02-23
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Manong Gang
Overview: A 1991 Filipino action film starring Bong Revilla and Dina Bonnevie.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1991-05-29
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Ace and Queen
Overview: A man and a woman seeks vengeance, in this Filipino western drama.
Genres: Action Drama Western
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1979-05-11
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Contra Señas
Overview: Agent Tony Falcon looks to find out where a scientist's formula is before it goes to the wrong hands.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1965-09-12
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Feliciano Luces: Alyas Kumander Toothpick, Mindanao
Overview: A farmer becomes a notorious killer and bandit.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1987-07-15
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MIssion Terrorize Panay
Overview: A man's revolution and amnesty.
Genres: Action History
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-07-17
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Boy Negro
Overview: The story of a man living in poverty who turns to a life of petty crime to survive.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-12-12
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Sto. Cristo
Overview: A chief of police battles the local Don and gets ambushed. His twin brother surfaces and replace him despite having gone through a tragedy of his own.
Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-11-09
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For Y'ur Height Only
Overview: Mr. Giant has kidnapped the brilliant Dr. Van Kohler and is planning to use the Doctor's invention, the N-bomb, to hold the world hostage. The only one who can foil Mr. Giant's evil scheme is Agent 00, a 3-foot-tall filipino martial arts master, expert marksman, top-class romancer and all-around superspy. Can Agent 00 rescue Dr. Kohler before it's too late?
Genres: Comedy Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1981-07-01
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Sgt. Dalanon
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Genres: Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1977-08-26
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Payaso
Overview: Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1986 directed by Celso Ad. Castillo and starred German Moreno and the All-Star Cast
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-12-25
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