Kamagong (film) explained

Kamagong
Director:Carlo J. Caparas
Producer:Ramon Salvador
Story:Carlo J. Caparas
Music:Ricky del Rosario
Cinematography:Sergio Lobo
Editing:Ike Jarlego Jr.
Studio:Viva Films
Distributor:Viva Films
Runtime:105 minutes
Country:Philippines
Language:Filipino

Kamagong is a 1987 Philippine action drama film written and directed by Carlo J. Caparas. The film stars Lito Lapid, J.C. Bonnin and Ruel Vernal. The film involves the use of a martial arts sport called arnis.[1] [2] [3] [4]

The film is streaming online on YouTube.

Plot

Ariel (Bonnin) perfects his skills in arnis and his idol Manuel (Lapid) made him rediscover what it takes to be a man.[5]

Cast

Animated adaptation

An anime-influenced animated adaptation of the film was announced in 2018. It will be produced by Sinag Animation Studios.[6] The production was reportedly in the works in 2019, with the release of a trailer and an animated music video for its theme song "Ako'y Magwawagi" . However, it experienced issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of 2023, its status is currently unknown.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Book: Tiongson, Nicanor. The Urian Anthology: 1980-1989. 478. 2001. A.P. Tuviera. March 12, 2022. Google Books.
  2. Book: South and Southeast Asia Video Archive Holdings. 99. 1993. University of Wisconsin–Madison. March 12, 2022. Google Books.
  3. Web site: The Eighties No. 900: Kamagong. Video 48. October 30, 2021. March 12, 2022.
  4. Web site: Pinoy arnis athletes bibida sa 'Kamagong' movie ni Lapid!. Matining. Dindo. Abante. December 9, 2019. March 12, 2022.
  5. News: Lapid offers victorious PH Arnis players film lead roles. Ramos. Christia. Philippine Daily Inquirer. December 9, 2019. March 12, 2022.
  6. Web site: Carlo J. Caparas's Film Kamagong is Being Turned into an Animated Series!. When in Manila. June 7, 2018. March 12, 2022.