Babalu
Also Known As: Pablo Martin Sarmiento
Biography: Pablo Martin Sarmiento (June 29, 1942 – August 27, 1998), better known as Babalu, was a Filipino comedian and actor. His screen name was a reference to his long, sharp chin ("baba" is the Filipino term for "chin") of which was sometimes a subject of on screen ridicule, usually by himself.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines
Adult: No
Birthday: June 29, 1942
Age: 82 years old
Gender: Male
Deathday: August 27, 1998
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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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Ayaw ni Mayor
Overview: A story about brothers who became police officers, one of them falls in love with a neatery attendant.
Genres: Comedy Action Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1967-02-18
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Kapag Baboy Ang Inutang
Overview: Rivals in the piggery business play dirty tricks against each other.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1984-11-29
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Mama's Boys
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1993-07-14
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We... Who Are Sexy!
Overview: Seven effeminate brothers are forcibly enlisted by their father in the army to straighten them up and turn them into real men.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1962-04-10
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My Heart Belongs To Daddy
Overview: A teen-aged daughter who idolizes her father finds it difficult to get attracted to guys of her age.
Genres: Comedy Drama Family
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1982-02-18
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Sarhento Fofonggay: A, Ewan!
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-03-31
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Napoleon Doble
Overview: A story about a government agent Napoleon Doble who once defeated his nemesis Elias who then changes his face into the likeness of Napoleon Doble. One day the two fatefully meet again when Napoleon Doble meets Anna a dancer who worked for Elias.
Genres: Action Comedy Thriller Crime
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-06-19
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Like Father, Like Son
Overview: It is a story of stage people's triumphs and heartaches, including their own personal life off the limelight.
Genres: Comedy Drama Family Music
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1967-04-12
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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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Boljak
Overview: a comedy by funny man, Chiquito.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1981-09-11
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Greggy En' Boogie: Sakyan Mo Na Lang, Anna
Overview: Greggy and Boogie are good friends. Both of them work as Jeepney Drivers and Handymen for some customers in their small community. They usually get into trouble for being too careless and yet they try to survive honestly in whatever they do. - Written by ledster
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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Da Best in da West 2: Da Western Pulis Istori
Overview: Sgt. John Paul Quezada (Dolphy) gets Col. Macanto (Babalu) through a series of unfortunate events. Sgt. Quezada is then moved to the homicide department and is partnered to crazy, rash policeman Larry Lopez (Lito Lapid). Madness ensues.
Genres: Comedy Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-01-01
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Tong Tatlong Tatay Kong Pakitong Kitong
Overview: Orphan Jingle can't seem to find a home for herself. Hopeless with the situation, she is sent to Manila to live with three bachelors who are still awaiting their big break. When the trio accidentally pick up a bag of jewels that belong to a crime syndicate, Jingle's life is put in danger in exchange of the jewels. - Written by ledster
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1998-05-13
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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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Home Sic Home
Overview: Berto is secretly in love with his neighbor Melanie, who hates him because of her constant unpleasant encounters with him. One day, Berto’s son’s petition to send him in the US has been approved, while Melanie also gets a visa to the US and plans to work as a teacher abroad. Meanwhile, Berto’s friend Robin also wins a ticket to fly abroad, so Berto and Robin fly together. Melanie always hates the times she bumps with Berto, who is intentionally snooping her. But on a particular day, Berto and Robin saves Melanie from the hands of sexual abusers who try to make a move on her. Melanie begins to appreciate Berto in a different light. The two became closer to each other when they were pressed in a situation that would send Melanie home, and would risk the life of Berto’s grandson. Melanie and Berto pretend as couple and the US immigration’s constant checking makes them stay closer than ever.
Genres: Romance Comedy Drama
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1995-06-21
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Once Upon A Time In Manila
Overview: Vic Sotto plays a barangay tanod who always seems to have a knack for saving the local folks from dangerous situations at the right moment. Cynthia Luster (Yukari Oshima) is Lt. Cynthia Wang, is a Royal Hong Kong Police on the look-out for Nikita, the infamous gang leader. Amparo Lagman (played by Gloria Sevilla), working as a domestic helper, becomes the unwitting target of the Nikita's gang when she comes into possession of some important documents. Nikita follows her to the Philippines, along with Lt. Cynthia Wang who is in pursuit of Nikita. - Written by ledster
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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Lab na Lab Kita
Overview: A 1962 Filipino romantic comedy starring Susan Roces and Lito Legaspi.
Genres: Romance Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1962-09-01
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Home Along da Riles da Movie
Overview: Kevin Cosme and his children's safety is compromised when one of his sons witnesses a crime and becomes in possession of an incriminating cassette tape.
Genres: Family Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1993-01-01
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Genghis Bond: Agent 1-2-3
Overview: A story about an agent named Genghis Bond who was sent on a mission, the criminals mistook a coffin salesman who looked like Genghis Bond and held him captive now Genghis Bond needs to act like the salesman to safeguard his identity.
Genres: Crime Action Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1965-12-20
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Nognog
Overview: A series of misadventures and crazy screwballs of a cute, dark skinned young boy named Nognog.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1980-12-12
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O-ha! Ako Pa?
Overview: A 1995 Filipino comedy starring Babalu, Jimmy Santos, and Ogie Alcasid.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1995-03-15
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Haba-Baba-Doo! Puti-Puti-Poo!
Overview: Domeng and Mokong, two unemployed men, take up jobs as nannies for 7 children.
Genres: Comedy Family
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1998-01-14
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Boy! Gising!
Overview: Vandolph plays big city streetwise kid who shacks up with a bunch of other kids like him in a makeshift home, hull of a bus, where Totoy (Babalu) lords over them as a surrogate date. Together they do their shenanigans that almost always end up in the craziest of misadventures. Until a band of underworld gangsters discover Boy's potential in one of their rackets - as a boy sumo wrestler. The kid obliges. The adventure heightens as Boy, Totoy and their cohorts go up against the bad guys in the wackiest chase ever!
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1995-10-13
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Binibining Tsuper-Man
Overview: Rogelio is a gay jeepney driver who is being bullied by his fellow jeepney drivers because of his sexuality. His father devises ways to make him a straight man. Madame of Planet Appear comes to Rogelio and gives him superpowers to defend the oppressed and to fight Lucerfito of Planet Satan from spreading evil.
Genres: Fantasy Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-10-02
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Father En Son
Overview: A retired showman and his son get a shot at stardom.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1995-12-25
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I Do? I Die!! D'yos Ko Day!
Overview: Babalu & Mokong can't find a job so they decide to rob their old boss.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1997-04-16
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Home Along da Riles 2
Overview: Kevin and his family suddenly find themselves prospective millionaires. What happens when they move into a bigger house and leave their real "home along da riles"?
Genres: Family Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1997-01-01
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My Juan en Only
Overview: The family-romance comedy film brings the story of Juan (Dolphy), a beloved businessman in his provincial town known for his countless acts of generosity to others. His heart of gold also caught the attention of the town’s seamstress, Akang (Charo), as he becomes her secret admirer—constantly giving her gifts to show his affection which always ends up in silly mishaps.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1982-11-25
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My Bugoy Goes to Congress
Overview: A simple man runs for Congress with hilarious consequences.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1987-05-07
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Mariang Kondesa
Overview: A story about a young feisty female street vendor who undergoes a change when she became a helper of a rich family.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-03-22
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Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay
Overview: After Facifica straightens his sexual preference and becomes a man, he reverted to his old name Pacifico and becomes a doting husband to Pilar and a generous father to his three sons: Eric, Rolly, and Rodrigo. Unfortunately, after Pilar dies and leaves Pacifico a widow, this affected Rodrigo so much that later on he finds out he is more female in heart than his brothers. Rodrigo has come to terms with his homosexuality and tries to gain acceptance from his father. Zsa Zsa Padilla marries Dolphy. Rodrigo finds out that his father used to be gay even though Facifica refuses to admit it. Facifica eventually comes to terms with his son's sexuality.
Genres: Adventure Comedy Family
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1987-07-31
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Wow Na Wow!!
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Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1966-05-29
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Love Pinoy Style
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Genres: Romance Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1972-09-09
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Kaming Matatapang ang Apog
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1976-09-17
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Hindi Pa Tapos Ang Labada Darling
Overview: A rich woman and a middle-class man have a happy marriage and five children, but petty jealousies begin to creep in, prompting the wife to flee.
Genres: Fantasy Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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Oki Doki Doc The Movie
Overview: Veterinarian Doc Aga rents a detached house in the compound of Babsy. Living with him are his bumbling assistant Godo and his niece, Camille. Babsy is very much against the relationship of Doc Aga with his daughter Alex. In this movie spin-off of the popular 90s sitcom of the same name, Doc Aga finds himself caught in the middle of a diamond smuggling scheme and tries to help his undercover agent friend capture the culprit.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1996-01-11
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Wanted Perfect Father
Overview: A Filipino comedy drama directed Efren Jarlego.
Genres: Family Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-12-25
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Ang Boyfriend Kong Gamol
Overview: A rich woman, trying to fight poverty, disguises herself to infiltrate the poor community, only to fall in love with a man she meets there.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1993-03-17
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The Crazy Professor
Overview: A Filipino comedy film directed Ben Feleo.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-09-25
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Cross My Heart
Overview: A story of four people in love and how they come together.
Genres: Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-10-14
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Enteng the Dragon
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Genres: Comedy Action
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1988-07-14
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Tataynic
Overview: A filipino comedy parody of the movie "Titanic " by James Cameron. Starring Dolphy, Zsa Zsa Padilla & Babalu
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1998-07-10
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Hataw Tatay Hataw
Overview: A story of a middle-aged bellboy whose long-lost daughter returns from the U.S. to visit her father who disguises himself as the hotel owner to impress her. Along for the ride is hotel coworker Carol and the bellboy's adopted son Boyet. There is a running gag involving a wheelchair-bound customer who keeps getting in accidents with the bellboy and his coworkers.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1994-02-03
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Bakit Kinagat Ni Adan Ang Mansanas Ni Eba?
Overview: A man becomes pregnant when he has sex with his wife for the first time.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1988-01-06
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Si Ayala At Si Zobel
Overview: At an early age, Ayala and Zobel are orphaned brothers. They were employed as janitors in a company that is owned by Lilit Chunin. Their lives are changed dramatically when they stumbled upon Luck and receive a twenty-six million dollar inheritance from their late Uncle.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1994-12-03
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John & Marsha
Overview: John and Marsha first movie.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1974-06-23
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John en Marsha ngayon '91
Overview: Shirley's unplanned bundle of joy strains her relationship with her father John, who accepted an odd job of being a human toy of a young boy to support her final year in college.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1991-01-16
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Bata-batuta
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Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-02-12
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Boyoyoy
Overview: A story about a girl who needs to find a husband so that her family can get half a million peso inheritance from their dying grandfather. So the father finds a mentally handicapped man named Boyoyoy for her to get into a fake marriage.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1970-04-19
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My Darling Domestik
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Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1989-11-30
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Omeng Satanasia
Overview: Due to numerous failures, an aging scientist who is trying to create a formula to bring back his youth decided to sell his soul to a gay demon and must find true love within a year.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy Romance
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1977-04-29
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Captain Barbell
Overview: Tenteng, a bullied wimp who dreams of being a strongman, gains superpowers from a magical barbell.
Genres: Fantasy Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1973-12-22
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The Buelta Force
Overview: Buelta Force is a hilarious but fearless group of men doing their duty for the greater good of humanity and peace.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1986-01-01
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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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Aringkingking: Ang Bodyguard Kong Sexy
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: tl
Release Date: 1996-12-25
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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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