Nora Aunor filmography explained

Nora Aunor filmography
Movies:
Motion pictures185
Television:
Musical variety shows5
4
Drama anthologies4
TV specials2
Miniseries2
Public service programs1
Theatre:
Stage plays3
Nora Aunor is a Filipino actress, recording artist, and film producer who has worked in theatre, radio, television, concerts and film.

She started her career as a singer and eventually tried her luck on movies. She made more than 175 movies in the span of more than 45 years. She is the only actress of her generation to have been directed by four National Artists for film Awardees, Gerardo de Leon, Lamberto Avellana, Lino Brocka, and Ishmael Bernal. As an actress, she is regarded as one of the best in the business because of the quality movies, television shows and stage plays that she appeared in. She was named by YES! Magazine as one of the "Philippines' 15 Best Actresses of All Time" in 2004,[1] S Magazine named her as the "Philippines' Best Actress of All Time" in 2006,[2] and in 2010, she was hailed by the Green Planet Movie Awards as one of the "10 Asian Best Actresses of the Decade".[3]

Filmography

1960-1970s

YearTitleRoleDirectorNotes
1967All Over the WorldConrado Conde
Way Out in the CountryMar S. Torres
Cinderella a-Go-GoConrado Conde
Mar S. Torres
PogiMarcelino Navarro
Sitting in the ParkJosé de Villa
Ang Pangarap Ko'y IkawMillieMar S. Torres
1968Dobol WeddingJosé de Villa
Bahay Kubo, Kahit Munti
May Tampuhan Paminsan-minsanMar S. Torres
1969Drakulita MaryConsuelo P. Osorio
9 Teeners Mitos Villarreal
AndrianaArmando De Guzman
Banda 24Consuelo P. Osorio
Halina Neneng Ko
Karate ShowdownSolano Gaudite
Oh, DelilahDelilahConsuelo P. Osorio
Pa-bandying-bandying Jose Wenceslao
Teenage Escapades! Artemio Marquez
YeYe Generation!
Young GirlMitos Villareal
D' Musical Teenage Idols! Carling Marquez
Fiesta ExtravaganzaConsuelo P. Osorio
Nora (Single Girl) NoraArtemio Marquez
1970Young LoveDitas AunorTony Cayado
Tomboy Nora NoraArtemio Marquez
Teenage Jamboree
Tell Nora I Love Her Nora
Orang Mar S. Torres
Munting SantaArtemio Marquez
Nasaan ka, Inay?Mar S. Torres
Three for the Road Artemio Marquez
The Singer and the BouncerRoberto Balilla Sr.
The Young at HeartsDanny Holmsen
Darling Artemio Marquez
Nora in Wonderland
Hey There, Lonely Girl
I Dream of Nora Consuelo P. Osorio
Ana Victoria Ana Victoria
The Golden VoiceNoraArtemio Marquez
My Beloved
Around Asia with Nora Nora
1971Guy and Pip GuyGerman Moreno
The Singing Filipina Artemio Marquez
My Prayer
Si Waray at ang TalyadaNoraF. H. Constantino
Lollipops and Roses Nora EnriquezArtemio Marquez
Always in My Heart Teresita SorianoMar S. Torres
1972My Blue HawaiiLeilaniDanny Holmsen & German Moreno
A Gift of Love Rose/JaneNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Kung May Gusot, May LusotBongbongJosé de Villa
Winter Holiday Linda
And God Smiled at MeCelinaDanny Holmsen, Mar S. TorresQuezon City Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nora, Mahal KitaNoraOrlando Nadres
Dito sa Aking Puso
My Little Brown GirlMarissa SanchezDanny Holmsen
1973Aking Maria ClaraMaria ClaraFely Crisóstomo
CarmelaCarmelaDanny Holmsen
As Long as There's MusicNestor Torre Jr.
Kondesang BasahanDanny Holmsen
Impossible DreamMelissa GonzalesCirio H. Santiago
Erap Is my Guy Augusto Buenaventura
Paru-parung ItimGeorge RoweNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Tapat Na Pag-ibigDanny Holmsen
Binibini ng Palengke
Maalaala mo Kaya?Delia Mejares
Dalawang mukha ng TagumpayJun Raquiza
Super GeeArmando Garces
Hindi kita MalimotLoretaDanny Holmsen
1974You Will Be My MusicNestor Torre Jr.
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Orlando Nadres
Fe, Esperanza, CaridadFe Amor
Esperanza
Caridad
Lamberto V. Avellana
Gerardo de Leon
Cirio H. Santiago
Nominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Carnival Song Cirio H. Santiago
Happy Days Are Here Again
1975Memories of Our LoveHerselfDanny Holmsen
Dugo at Pag-ibig sa Kapirasong LupaNurseDing De Jesus
Cesar Gallardo
Armando Herrera
Banaue: Stairway to the SkyBanaueGerardo de LeonNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Hello, Goodnight, GoodbyeRomy Suzara
Batu-bato sa Langit: Ang tamaa'y Huwag Magagalit Orang ApacibleLuciano Carlos
Lollipops and Roses at Burong TalangkaElwood Perez
1976Magandang Gabi sa inyong LahatAnna CarballoLupita Aquino-Kashiwahara
Wanted ... Ded or AlaybGregoriaWarlito Teodoro
Relaks lang mama... Sagot Kita! Nora TagleF. H. Constantino
Mrs. Teresa Abad, ako po si Bing Danilo Cabreira
Kaming Matatapang ang Apog!Potenciana BaradaAding Fernando
Sapagka't Kami'y mga Misis LamangF. H. Constantino
Ang Bulag, Ang Pipi at Ang BingiNilo Saez
Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos RosarioMario O'HaraFAMAS Award for Best Actress
Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Minsa'y isang Gamu-gamoCorazon de la CruzLupita Aquino-KashiwaharaNominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
1977Pag-ibig ko'y Awitin moEddie Rodriguez
Pinakasalan ko ang Ina ng Aking Kapatid Arsenio Bautista
Silang mga Mukhang Pera Luciano Carlos
TisoyCorazon Dela CruzIshmael Bernal
Ibilanggo si... Neneng MagtanggolNeneng MagtanggolTito Sanchez
Panakip ButasRomy Suzara
Sapin - sapin, Patong - patongEmmanuel Borlaza
Disco Baby Sarah ReyLuciano Carlos
Little Christmas TreePablo Santiago
Bakya mo NenengNenengAugusto BuenavistaNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
1978Pinagbuklod ng Pag-ibig Laura Mendoza-San JuanLeonardo Garcia
BakekangBakekangF. H. Constantino
Isinilang ko ay hindi ko Tunay na AnakArsenio Bautista
Sa Lungga ng mga Daga Adolf Mendoza
Mahal mo, Mahal ko NoraElwood Perez
Dash a Lotsa Nonsents!Cora VillamorF. H. Constantino
Mga Mata ni Angelitathe metro aide sweeperLauro Pacheco
Huwag hamakin! Hostess TonyaJoey Gosiengfiao
Ikaw Ay AkinTeresita 'Tere' ValdezIshmael BernalNominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Roma-Amor Roma / AmorEfren C. Piñon
AtsayNelia de LeonEddie GarciaMetro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Performer
Nominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Jack n' Jill of the Third KindBenitaFrank Gray, Jr.
1979Disco KingAdolfo & Oliver
Anak ng Atsay GloriaLauro Pacheco
Ang Tsimay at ang TambayJunn P. Cabreira
Dobol DribolJose Dagumboy
Si Mahal Ko... Nakialam Na Naman
Bakit May Pag-ibig Pa?Ishmael Bernal & Celso Ad. Castillo
Annie Batungbakal Annie BatungbakalMaryo J. de los Reyes
Ina Ka ng Anak MoEstherLino BrockaFAMAS Award for Best Actress
Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Kasal-kasalan, Bahay-bahayan LagringPablo Santiago

1980-1990s

YearTitleRoleDirectorNotes
1980Nakaw Na Pag-ibigCorazon RiveraLino Brocka
CandyJoey Gosiengfiao
Darling, Buntis Ka Na NamanJuana/JennyAmado Cortez
Reyna ng Pitong GatangSenyang/Dr. BenedictoMaria Saret
Bongga Ka DayMaryo J. de los Reyes
Kastilyong BuhanginLaura LorenzoMario O'Hara
BonaBonaLino BrockaGawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Nominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Kung Ako'y Iiwan MoBeatrice AlcalaLaurice GuillenNominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
1981Bakit Bughaw ang Langit?BabetteMario O'HaraNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Winner-Catholic Mass Media Award for Best Actress
Totoo ba ang Tsismis?CoraMaryo J. de los Reyes
Ibalik ang SwertiBecky
Dalaga si Misis, binata si Mister DoriaLino Brocka
Gaano Kita Kamahal Mario O'Hara
Rock n' RollMaryo J. de los ReyesNominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
1982Mga Uod at Rosas SocorroRomy SuzaraNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Annie Sabungera AnniePablo Santiago
Palengke QueenTipangArmando Reyes
No Other LoveReyna Elena (Guest Role)Joey Gosiengfiao
Tinimbang ang LangitHerselfDanny Zialcita
T-Bird at AkoSylvia Salazar
HimalaElsaMetro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
1983Minsan, May Isang InaRuthMaryo J. de los ReyesNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Bad Bananas sa Puting TabingSecret Agent Maria Clara CayugyugPeque Gallaga
1984'MerikaMila CruzGil PortesNominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Winner-PMPC Star Awards for Best Actress
CondemnedYollyMario O'Hara
Bulaklak sa City JailAngela AguilarMario O'HaraFAMAS Award for Best Actress
Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
1985BelovedAdora BernalLeroy Salvador
Till We Meet AgainTeresa MendozaElwood Perez
Tinik sa DibdibLornaLeroy SalvadorNominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Mga Kuwento ni Lola BasyangSabelMaryo J. de los Reyes"Kerubin" segment
I Can't Stop Loving You Amy MercadoElwood PerezNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
1986Ang Mahiwagang SingsingMike Relon Makiling
Okleng ToklengTeresaDanny Ochoa
I Love You Mama, I Love you PapaFlora YllanaMaryo J. de los ReyesNominated–FAMAS Award for Best Actress
Nominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Halimaw: Halimaw sa BangaReginaChristopher de Leon, Mario O'Hara
PayasoLornaCelso Ad. Castillo
1987My Bugoy Goes to CongressCathyJett C. Espiritu
Tatlong Ina, Isang AnakAurora "Au-Au" SisonMario O'Hara
Takot Ako, Eh!Amelia
1988Sana Mahalin Mo AkoMariaArtemio Marquez
Penoy... BalutCristinaMike Relon Makiling
Sa Dulo ng PanahonDanny Zialcita
1989Greatest PerformanceLaura VillaNora Aunor
Bilangin ang mga Bituin sa LangitNoli/MaggieElwood PerezFAMAS Award for Best Actress
FAP Award for Best Actress
Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
1990Iputok Mo... Dadapa Ako! (Hard to Die)ElsaTony Reyes
Andrea, Paano Ba ang Maging Isang Ina? AndreaGil PortesFAMAS Award for Best Actress
FAP Award for Best Actress
Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
1991Ang Totoong Buhay ni Pacita M. Pacita MacaspacElwood PerezFAP Award for Best Actress
Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
1993Inay Sally MurilloArtemio MarquezYoung Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
Nominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Ligaw-Ligawan Kasal-Kasalan Bahay-Bahayan: Ligaw-LigawanMelindaJoey Gosiengfiao
1995The Flor Contemplacion StoryFlor ContemplacionJoel LamanganFAP Award for Best Actress
Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
Muling Umawit ang PusoLoida VerranoMetro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
1996Bakit May Kahapon Pa?Helen/Karina SalvacionGawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Nominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
1997Mama Dito sa Aking PusoLuciaFrank G. Rivera
BabaeBeatrice Nakpil / BeaLupita Aquino-KashiwaharaNominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
1999SidhiAna / AhJoel LamanganNominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress

2000-2020s

YearTitleRoleDirectorNotes
2004NaglalayagJudge Dorinda Cortez vda. De RocesMaryo J. de los ReyesNominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
2006CarehomeClaudiaSuzette Ranillo
IngrataBeaJoey Gonzales
2012El PresidenteMaria AgoncilloMark Meily
Thy WombShaleha SarailAsian Film Award for Best Actress
Asia Pacific Screen Award for Best Actress
Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
Nominated–Asia Pacific Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nominated–FAP Award for Best Actress
2013Ang Kwento ni MabutiMabuti de la CruzMes de GuzmanNominated–Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress
Nominated–Young Critics Circle Award for Best Performance
Barber's TalescameoJun Lana
2014Hustisya (Justice)Virginia 'Biring' CabahugJoel LamanganCinemalaya Film Festival Best Actress Award (Director's Showcase)
Nominated–Asia Pacific Screen Award for Best Actress
DementiaMara FabrePerci Intalan-LanaSt tropez International Film Festival Best Actress
GAwad Pasado Best Actress
Gawad Tanglaw Best Actress
Star Awards for Movies Best Actress
Nominated -Gawad Urian Best Actress
Nominated - Soho International Film Festival BestActing Performance
When I Fall in LoveFely BuenaventuraJoel Lamangan
KinabukasanErnestAdolfo Alix Jr.short film
2015TrapLeonora Lariosa/Bebeth RolyastonBrillante Mendoza
2016Padre de FamiliaAida SantiagoAdolfo Alix Jr.Released in Europe
WhistleblowerZeny Juico Roblado
LaroFlora Manalastas
TuosPinailogDerick Cabrido
KabiseraMercy de DiosArturo San Agustin and Real Florido
HinulidSitaKristian Cordero
2020Isa Pang BahaghariIluminada "Lumen" Sanchez-delos SantosJoel LamanganNominated–Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress
Nominated–PMPC Star Awards for Movies
2021KontrabidaAnita RosalesAdolfo Alix Jr.
2022LigaligTopel Lee
2023PietaRebeccaAdolfo Alix Jr.

Television

YearTitle / TV networkRoleGenreNotes
1968Oras ng Ligaya
Nora-Eddie ShowHerselfMusical-variety show
1970The Nora Aunor Show
1971SuperstarThe longest running musical-variety show in the Philippines; lasted for over 20 years.
  • Won - Most Outstanding Variety; The Philippine Academy for Television Arts and Sciences (PATAS Awards) (1976)
    *Won - Best Female TV Host (Musical Variety); Star Awards for Television (Philippine Movie Press Club) (1987)
Nora CinderellaWeekly drama anthology
1973Makulay Na Daigdig ni Nora
  • Won - Most Outstanding Television Actress; 1975 Philippine Academy for Television Arts and Sciences (PATAS Awards)
    *Won - Most Effective Television Actress; 1976 Philippine Academy for Television Arts and Sciences (PATAS Awards)
    *Won - Outstanding Performer; 1977 Philippine Academy for Television Arts and Sciences (PATAS Awards)
    *Won - Outstanding Drama Series; 1978 Philippine Academy for Television Arts and Sciences (PATAS Awards)
1984La Aunor
1989Lovingly Yours, Helen[4]
1990Superstar — The LegendHerselfMusical-variety show
1992Star Drama Presents — NORAWeekly drama anthology
  • Won - Best Actress Award; Star Awards for Television (Philippine Movie Press Club)
1993Spotlight
  • Won - Best Actress in a Single Performance; Star Awards for Television (Philippine Movie Press Club) for the episode: "Good Morning, Ma'am"
1995Superstar — Beyond TimeHerselfMusical-variety show
2002N.O.R.A. Mismo (Ngayon Na ang Oras ng Remedyo at Aksyon)Public service program[5]
BituinLaura SandovalSoap operaThe only ABS-CBN TV actress
Morning GirlsHerself/Guest
2003Gold: A Birthday Concert SpecialHerselfAunor celebrated her 50th birthday by staging a concert.
2011Sa Ngalan ng InaGovernor Elena Toribio vda de. DeograciasMiniseries or TV movie
  • Won - Best Actress; Star Awards for Television
2012Enchanted GardenNana Sela / Queen OleyaFantasy program
2013Never Say GoodbyeMarta Marasigan-CarpioSoap opera
  • Nominated - Best Actress; Star Awards for Television
Untold Stories: Tukso Ng Pag-Ibig / TV5Drama series
  • Nominated - Best Actress in a Single Performance; Star Awards for Television
2014When I Fall in LoveFely BuenaventuraTelevision film
TrenderasCelina PalomarMusical - soap opera
2015KarelasyonMaringDrama series
Pari 'KoyLydiaDrama - soap opera
Little NanayAnnie BatongbuhayThe first great-grandmother role
2016Walang Tulugan with the Master ShowmanHerselfMusical-Variety show
Maalaala Mo KayaYollyDrama anthologyHer return to ABS-CBN and Maalaala Mo Kaya after more than a decade.
2018Eat Bulaga Lenten Special: A Daughter's LoveTinayAnnual drama anthology offering by Eat Bulaga
OnanayNelia Dimagiba-MatayogDrama - soap operaHer return to GMA Network after Little Nanay in 2015.
2020Bilangin ang Bituin sa LangitMercedes "Cedes" Dela Cruz
2024Charito "Chato" MercadoDrama

Stage

YearTitle RoleTheater company
1991Minsa'y Isang Gamu-GamoCorazon de la CruzPhilippine Educational Theater Association (PETA)
1993DH (Domestic Helper)
  • Loida
  • Flor
  • Fe
  • Dolor
1994Trojan WomanCecille Guidote-Alvarez’s Theater Company
[6] [7]

Films adapted to stage plays

YearTitle Stage play castTheater company
1991Minsa'y Isang Gamu-Gamo
  • Nora Aunor - Corazon de la Cruz
Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA)
2003Himala: The Musical[8] (original cast)
  • May Bayot as Elsa
  • Isay Alvarez as Nimia
  • Cynthia Guico as Chayong,
  • Dulce and Mia Bolanos alternating as Nanay Saling
  • Eladio Pamaran as Orly the film maker
  • Melvin Lee and Lionel Guico alternating as the priest
2013Bona[9]
[10] [11] [12]

As a producer

Film

YearTitleNotes
1973CarmelaProducer - as Nora Villamayor
Paru-Parong ItimProducer
Super Gee
Ander di saya si Erap
1975Banaue: Stairway to the SkyExecutive producer - as Nora Villamayor
Niño ValienteProducer
Alkitrang Dugo
1976Mrs. Teresa Abad Ako Po si Bing
Wanted... Ded or Alayb
Tatlong Taong Walang DiyosProducer - as Nora Villamayor
1977Tisoy
1978Sa Lungga ng Mga DagaProducer
Roma - Amor
1979Annie Batungbakal
1980Bongga Ka Day
BonaExecutive producer - as Nora Villamayor
1981Ibalik ang SwertiProducer - as Nora Villamayor
Rock n' RollProducer
1984CondemnedExecutive producer - as Nora Villamayor
1986HalimawExecutive producer - as Nora C. Villamayor
1987Tatlong Ina, Isang AnakProducer
Takot Ako, Eh!Executive producer - as Nora C. Villamayor

Television

YearTitleNotes
1971Guy and Pip T.V. SpecialProducer
1974Ang Makulay Na Daigdig ni NoraProducer / mini series
1977PipwedeProducer

As a director

Film

YearTitleNotes
1975Niño Valiente[13] Director
1989Greatest Performance[14] [15]

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: The 15 Best Filipino Actresses of All Time. The Philippine STAR. February 15, 2013.
  2. Web site: S Magazine 15 Best Filipino Actresses of All Time. The Philippine STAR. February 15, 2013.
  3. Web site: Green Planet Movie Awards Results. March 23, 2010.
  4. News: Lam. Lulubelle. Guess who?. January 6, 2023. Manila Standard. Kagitingan Publications, Inc.. September 21, 1989. 16.
  5. Web site: NORA AUNOR IN PUBLIC SERVICE TV PROGRAM 'N.O.R.A.MISMO'. 2013-04-19.
  6. Web site: 'DH': NORA AUNOR TIMES FOUR. 2013-01-21.
  7. Web site: NORA AUNOR's "DH": A MUST by Doreen G. Fernandez. 2013-01-21.
  8. Web site: May Himala noqw on its 10th year by Totel de Jesus, Lifestyle Section, Philippine Daily Inquirer, March 16, 2013 . 15 March 2013 . 2013-08-24.
  9. Web site: Bona Review . 2013-08-24.
  10. Web site: Concert to mark 10th year of 'Himala' musical. August 24, 2013.
  11. Web site: Himala: The Musical' opens 10th anniversary run at PETA Theater Center. August 24, 2013.
  12. Web site: Bona Blunders: walang Kukurap. September 23, 2012. August 24, 2013.
  13. News: Nora Aunor, inalala ang kaibigang si Ronaldo Valdez . 16 March 2024 . Tempo - The Nation's Fastest Growing Newspaper . 19 December 2023 . tl.
  14. News: San Diego Jr . Bayani . Superstar set to direct 'dream' movie . 16 March 2024 . INQUIRER.net . 28 August 2017 . en.
  15. The film was unreleased and its film reels were destroyed in a fire.