Bembol Roco

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

0.6558

Gender

Male

Birthday

20-Nov-1953

Age

(73 years old)

Place of Birth

Manila, Philippines

Also Known As
  • Rafael Roco
  • Rafael Roco Jr.
  • بمبول روکو

Bembol Roco

Biography

Rafael Aranda Roco, Jr. (born November 20, 1953), popularly known as Bembol Roco, is a Filipino actor whose work ranges from films to television. He is famous for his critically acclaimed role as Julio Madiaga in Maynila: Sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag ("Manila in the Claws of Light"). Though he acts in his country's films, he also had an important role in the 1982 Australian-U.S. film The Year of Living Dangerously. He also portrayed villain roles in Philippine action movies due to his signature bald head as well as various supporting roles. Bem starred in Sine Novela: Tinik sa Dibdib. He has twin sons named Felix and Dominic. Roco appeared in a minor role in 2010's Dagim, a Cinema One Original film directed by Joaquin Pedro Valdes, about the strange goings-on in a remote mountain province. He is well known to be most collaborative works with the late Lino Brocka, where he is a part of a group of actors called "Brocka babies",[5][6] and directors such as Ishmael Bernal, Chito S. Roño, Marilou Diaz-Abaya, and Joel Lamangan in the late twentieth century.


Credits

Over My Dead Body Over My Dead Body (1983) Character: Gary
Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1983 directed by Arsenio 'Boots' Bautista and starred Tony Ferrer, Efren Reyes, Jr., Bembol Roco, Raoul Aragon, Anna Marie Gutierrez, and Lolita Marquez.
Homecoming Homecoming (2003) Character: N/A
The movie tells the story of Abigael Edades who returns to her Philippine hometown from her five-year stint as a nurse in Canada. Her town mates rousingly welcome her as a hero, the crass moniker ascribed by the government to hundreds of thousands of Filipinos working abroad. She finds her family in tatters, her parents estranged and living apart and her brother Jepoy living the life of drugs. But she basks in the welcome of her mother and youngest brother Noel and the devotion of her boyfriend, who proposes marriage. Her happiness is short-lived. She is diagnosed with SARS and contaminates Noel. They cause a national scare, are quarantined in Manila and are shunned by their own townspeople and the municipal government. Even her boyfriend leaves her. The hero becomes a heel. "Just a month after my return, my views on life and the people around me have irrevocably changed," she says at the start of the movie.
Lunes, Martes, Miyerkules, Huwebes, Biyernes, Sabado, Linggo Lunes, Martes, Miyerkules, Huwebes, Biyernes, Sabado, Linggo (1976) Character: N/A
The setting is an Olongapo bar. Lolita Rodriguez is an ex-movie queen trying to earn a living for her son and herself. He is mortally embarrassed by her livelihood and sometimes refuses to acknowledge her as his mother. Bembol Roco is the son of a prostitute who has disappeared from his life. He is looking for his mother in the honky tonk bars. He meets Lolita Rodriguez whom he fancies as his lover. However, he thinks of her as a decent woman. But Lolita has financial problems. In order to pay for her debts, she is forced to perform a striptease. Bembol happens to be in the bar when she starts to gyrate, but she ignores his presence. This destroys his illusions. When they are alone together, she berates him and teaches him the value of survival and acceptance of one’s fate.
Pinay, American Style Pinay, American Style (1979) Character: Nonoy
PX, short for Paula Xavier (Vilma Santos) was an illegal alien in New York City. She’s broke and waiting for her fiancé to fulfill his promise of marriage despite the fact that he has already married an American to secure a green card. Hiding from the authorities, PX met two men who are willing to take care of her but conflicts arise as the two want to maintain a serious relationship with her.
Nagalit Ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak Nagalit Ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak (2023) Character: N/A
A sequel to the 1985 film
Urbanito Dizon (The Most Notorious Gangster in Luzon) Urbanito Dizon (The Most Notorious Gangster in Luzon) (1990) Character: N/A
A biopic of the real-life criminal Urbanito Dizon
Jabidah Massacre Jabidah Massacre (1990) Character: N/A
Based on the actual event of the Jabidah Massacre
Bilanggo ng Kinahinatnan Bilanggo ng Kinahinatnan (2024) Character: N/A
Wounded from Battle a Soldier collapsed in the countryside due to injury during the war. He was picked up by an old man who is a local in the community. There he found out that this town is a little peculiar, and he can’t seem to escape. It's a nightmare he can’t wake up from. He will realize that he is in a dynamic realization that will change his character dynamics from here on. In fueled by guilt and resentment due to the things he has done, he struggled to forgive himself and chose to isolate himself in the vast land called purgatory.
Kamada Kamada (1997) Character: Carlito
A music student rents a room in a boarding house hoping he could have the peace and quiet he needs to compose. He is unaware that other strange personages lurk in the other rooms in the mysterious house. Eerie silence alternate with disturbing noises. Echoes of coughing and moaning by an unknown someone intrude. Amidst such arcane setting, the principal character is entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal and crime.
May Puso Ba Ang Isang Manika? May Puso Ba Ang Isang Manika? (2024) Character: Manong Bert
The life of a young boy named Rey changes after he finds a mysterious sex doll in the trash and decides to keep it.
Cinq et la peau Cinq et la peau (1982) Character: Bembol
Ivan, a writer living in Manila, walks through the city in search of his past.
Sakada Sakada (1976) Character: David
It proceeds to document the stages of sugar production once in the mill then shifts to the unrest outside where a sakada was shot to death by one of the hacienda's guards. A sakada is a farmer who works in a sugarcane field, harvesting it during the months of October to December.
Kontrobersyal Kontrobersyal (1981) Character: Himself
Brocka's potboiler about the rise of a starlet is the quintessential rags-to-riches, prey-turned-predator story, brimming with true-life anecdotes and an authentically acerbic sense of the seamier side of show business.
Carnivore Carnivore (2008) Character: N/A
Student wants to join a fraternity and has to endure live endangering tests in order to do so.
'Merika 'Merika (1984) Character: Mon Zablan
A story about a Filipina immigrant nurse's struggle to survive in the United States.
Piring Piring (2015) Character: N/A
James is a gym instructor by day and a student by night, who struggles to keep both ends meet. Standing as the family bread winner, he is determined to make a difference in his troubled family. He and his three siblings grew up without knowing who their father is, while their mother is a retired prostitute who runs a whore house. James works hard to graduate.
Melodrama Negra Melodrama Negra (2012) Character: N/A
A story of the 3 individuals and their unfinished business in earth that they have to accomplish while they are still in Limbo.
Mga Batang Yagit Mga Batang Yagit (1984) Character: N/A
The four children find each other after Elisa and her mother, were thrown out of the house by the evil mother-in-law. Left to fend for themselves, they end up living with the mother’s friend, a bar girl, in an informal settlement.
Tatlong Ina, Isang Anak Tatlong Ina, Isang Anak (1987) Character: Serafin 'Bok'
Close friends Belle, Au and Claire are forced to take care of Baby Doll, a child borne of an affair between their friend and a club worker, after her mother unexpectedly passes away.
Maynila sa mga Pangil ng Dilim Maynila sa mga Pangil ng Dilim (2008) Character: Kontra Madiaga
A man follows a woman through the streets.
Lagi na Lamang ba Akong Babae? Lagi na Lamang ba Akong Babae? (1978) Character: Eric
Virginal Ninay becomes a woman as an object of desire for liberation, but she's confused about her gender.
Ringgo: The Dog Shooter Ringgo: The Dog Shooter (2016) Character: N/A
This is a story of the journey of 3 souls heading towards healing and redemption. RINGGO is a 16-year old boy who works as a dog-shooter (the one who assists in mating the dogs with breed -- he will see to it that the private parts of the stud and bitch will be locked during the mating and no sperm will be put to waste in the process). Ringgo works for BONG, a 40-year old lesbian who is a breeder of dogs. One of Bong’s dogs is I’nca, who is a troubled Doberman. Things will get complicated when Ringgo, I’nca and Bong developed a relationship as if they were really mother and child, and get entangled in each other’s personal issues and becomes each other’s protector and defender. The one that ties the three of them is that invisible umbilical cord... the cord of love and sacrifice.
Pitas Pitas (2010) Character: Kabo
A story about a dancer and a thief.
What Home Feels Like What Home Feels Like (2017) Character: N/A
A father and seaman named Antonio is forced into retirement after learning he can never board a ship again. The film follows his struggle to reacquaint himself with the family he has long forgotten.
Madilim ang Gabi Madilim ang Gabi (2018) Character: N/A
Filipino director Adolfo Alix Jr. returns to the Festival with this timely story of a couple caught up in Rodrigo Duterte’s violent war on drugs when their son goes missing.
Minsan, May Isang Ina Minsan, May Isang Ina (1983) Character: Allan
A mother juggles her family's dying publishing house along with her troubled relationship with her three daughters.
Kampus? Kampus? (1978) Character: Norman
Suzette thinks she’s liberated woman who doesn’t believe in marriage. On the other hand her boyfriend, Norman, keeps on proposing. These are conflicting beliefs of two students undoubtedly in love with each other. Their relationship is then put to the test when Suzette meets Manny, who happens to share the same belief with her. Will she swallow her so-called principle and be merry with the one she truly loves?
Faces of Love Faces of Love (2007) Character: N/A
After receiving anonymous love letters for the past 10 years, widower Arcadio decides to find out who the mysterious author is. His brother Mariano thinks the search is ridiculous, but Arcadio’s niece Skip is willing to help.
Ka-Relasyon: Talent Ka-Relasyon: Talent (2015) Character: Warren
Aspiring actor Adrian sought Warren's service as a talent manager. But Warren will ask for a fee that does not involve money, but his heart.
Gabi ng Lagim Ngayon Gabi ng Lagim Ngayon (1980) Character: Abel
Ancestral home to a wealthy family is being haunted by malevolent spirits. On other side of town, evil creatures are lurking.
Dagim Dagim (2010) Character: Tolome
The brothers, Jun and Diego embark on a quest to find their father. Their journey leads them to a mountain town where they meet the beautiful Lila and her brother, the charismatic Pido. Pido is a gracious host, introducing the brothers to the ways of the tribe, where members live a simple existence of brotherhood and equality, far from the corruption and greed that rule “civilization”. Jun is enamored by the possibility of living in Panimdim, little suspecting that the tribesmen’s pacifistic exteriors belie a terrible secret.
Banta ng Kahapon Banta ng Kahapon (1977) Character: Sgt. Rigor
Set at the backdrop of the 1969 congressional elections, Banta ng Kahapon unravels the story of men as pawns in a millue of political power - men best described as beholden only to amorality and the highest bidding politicos who pay their services.
Raiders for Victory Raiders for Victory (1981) Character: N/A
Filipino Vietnam War flick
Talahib at Rosas Talahib at Rosas (1994) Character: N/A
An heiress is abducted by rebels in the United States. Jacob, an experienced tracker serving his time in prison, is hired for the rescue mission in exchange for his freedom.
Boy Kodyak Boy Kodyak (1979) Character: N/A
Boy Kodyak is detective Teo Rosa, a young plainclothesman still embued with idealism. When he finds out that a small-time punk named Rogel is fighting the syndicate, he decides to track him down, both to arrest and to support.
Matang agila Matang agila (1997) Character: N/A
Phillip Ko directs this low-budget Phillippine action film.
Kapitan Paile: Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay! Kapitan Paile: Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay! (1990) Character: N/A
That's why they hate his guts. Go find him in the streets of Makati, but do not cross his path! 'Cause his business is putting bullets into your head! A true story of Capt. Gabriel Paile of the Makati Police starring Miguel Rodriguez, Bembol Roco and Dick Israel.
Mainit Na Bala Mainit Na Bala (1998) Character: Sgt. Garcia Acevero (as Rafael 'Bembol' Roco Jr.)
Sotero, a former marine, embarks on a dangerous journey to help rescue Nikki, a mayor whose life is in peril.
Gangster Lolo Gangster Lolo (2014) Character: N/A
Five Aging ex-cons are trying to go straight after being release from prison. But unable to find work, they pin their hopes on a treasure map left to them by an inmate.
Ang M.O.N.A.Y ni Mr. Shooli Ang M.O.N.A.Y ni Mr. Shooli (2007) Character: N/A
A 2007 Filipino satire written and directed by Jun Urbano
Isa-dalawa-tatlo: Ang tatay kong kalbo Isa-dalawa-tatlo: Ang tatay kong kalbo (1978) Character: N/A
Medel (Bembol Roco) is a petty thief who gives his earnings to his neighbors who needs it but his felonious activities stopped when he marries Frieda (Beth Bautista) and adopts Bimbo (Niño Muhlach).
Sobra Na, Tama Na, Asiong Aksaya Sobra Na, Tama Na, Asiong Aksaya (1986) Character: N/A
Get a convulsion, in this unique revolution, here in our nation with this exposition with the wasteful Asiong! In another super presentation of Chiquito! Chiquito reprises his role as a free-spending and flamboyant Pinoy in this farce that adopts for its title a popular anti-Marcos slogan.
Leonardo Delos Reyes: Alyas Waway Leonardo Delos Reyes: Alyas Waway (1993) Character: Kabo Bello
The life story of Waway, a notorious mad killer during the 1970s.
Maynila... Isang Pelikulang Pilipino Maynila... Isang Pelikulang Pilipino (1975) Character: Self
Making-of documentary about Lino Brocka's 1975 film "Manila in the Claws of Light," featuring interviews and behind-the-scenes footage.
Habambuhay: Remembering Philippine Cinema Habambuhay: Remembering Philippine Cinema (2019) Character: Himself
A one-of-a-kind legacy project produced by TBA Studios, Habambuhay is a homage to the centennial anniversary of Philippine cinema–an insightfully entertaining documentary series, revisiting the personal experiences of those who work in front of or behind the cameras, those who have shaped the film industry of the Philippines for the longest time.
Lino: Ang Kanyang Sining at Buhay Lino: Ang Kanyang Sining at Buhay (1998) Character: Self
A documentary TV special on the life of Lino Brocka, released in 1998 for Pinoy Blockbuster Original.
Brocka x Bernal Brocka x Bernal (2024) Character: Self
A documentary on the life and work of National Artists Lino Brocka and Ishmael Bernal.
After All After All (2024) Character: Abner
In this time and age, who would ever believe that Reincarnation still exists and that finding one’s “Soulmate” has already become a taboo? Romantic love stories may only sound like formula concepts that talk about undying love and “forever”. But isn’t LOVE limitless and boundless? And that to love unconditionally , we should defy all its barriers and survive even the most difficult obstacles. True Love is timeless. Great love stories do not have endings…only endless beginnings.
Asero Asero (1995) Character: Spade
Childhood friends Victor and Narding built their friendship in the street. At a very young age, they were partners performing dangerous activities. However, Narding heeds his foster parents’ request for him to enter the seminary to become a priest. Victor is left alone without any parental support. Later on, he grows up to be a criminal. His wayward ways eventually got him imprisoned. Meanwhile, Narding became a good priest. He visits his old friend Victor in the prison and supported him until he finished his term. Narding accompanies Victor to their hometown where Narding works as a parish priest. Albeit their friendship has rekindled, Victor and Narding argue because of their different ways of raising homeless kids. Victor trains them the rough and dangerous ways, while Narding wants them to settle everything in a peaceful manner.
Matimbang Pa sa Dugo Matimbang Pa sa Dugo (1995) Character: Sabater
Carlos is to put to jail for several years because a young boy named Boying witnessed him fatally stab Totoy, his attacker and the brother of his girlfriends Ellen. After ten years in prison, Carlos has been freed and is now ready to start anew. He also befriends Boying who helps him defend their weak neighborhood. All is well until Boying’s father gets killed by a group of corrupt policemen. Boying finds a friend in Carlos who teams up with him to hunt his father’s killers. As they learn to let go of their bitter experiences in life, they will also develop a new friendship stronger than blood ties.
Wating Wating (1994) Character: Bert
The first team-up of Richard Gomez and Carmina Villaruel, playing Ardo and Rosel in this action flick, which is at the same time Ishmael Bernal's last film that is an attack on the religious establishment. Together, they become a part of Manila's petty underworld. After all the ordeals they encounter, they realize that they lost their innocence as they brush with evil and corruption. But they still survive the ordeal and make a new life somewhere else.
Toto Toto (2015) Character: N/A
When a young Filipino room service attendant's schemes to attain a U.S. visa put the lives of his loved ones in danger, he is forced to question the extremity of his actions and re-evaluate the cost of fulfilling his dreams.
Manila Is Full of Men Named Boy Manila Is Full of Men Named Boy (2019) Character: Rodrigo
An estranged son purchases a child who can drink and smoke to impress his father.
Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie II Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie II (1997) Character: Sgt. Macatulos (episode 1)
This second feature film based on the popular television series features two true legal cases. The first is of a nanny accused of kidnapping the child in her care, and the second is about how a rich family tries to cover up the murder of a poor man.
Hayop sa Hayop Hayop sa Hayop (1978) Character: Andro
Alice, Benjie and Andro are bank robbers who go into hiding in the jungle after one of them kills a civilian during a heist.
Miss You Like Crazy Miss You Like Crazy (2010) Character: Efren Samonte
Allan and Mia meet in the most unexpected way. They eventually become close, causing their romance to blossom. Faced with huge decisions in life, the two find it hard to fight for their love for each other.
Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak (1978) Character: Dido (as Bembol Roco Jr.)
"Pag-puti ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak" is a pulsating love story that recaptures the nostalgic fifties, the exciting era of mass hysteria, and the golden years of the rock and roll fever inflicted by screaming, wiggling hip-shaking foreign pop idols dominated by Elvis Presley, Bill Haley, Little Richard, Pat Boone, Doris Day and the Platters. It is more than a love story. It is also a commentary - a satire rich with humor injected into a moral, psychological, sociological, and cultural aspect, outlook, and values of the said bygone era. It is a poignant rich-girl-meets poor boy love story of Julie Monserat and Candido Ventura - two love-struck starry eyed youths who fought for their right to love each other, here is a story that touches social conflict - the perennial clashes and discrimination between the rich and the poor.
Aswang Aswang (2011) Character: Moises
In this movie, the abuwak race is being threatened by extinction. The only way they can grow in numbers again is through the rare ability that only the soon-to-be queen of the abuwaks, Hasmin (Lovi Poe) possesses.
Nagkataon...Nagkatagpo Nagkataon...Nagkatagpo (1994) Character: Guzman
Nagkataon... Nagkatagpo: Directed by Augusto Salvador. With Rudy Fernandez, Maricel Soriano, Eddie Rodriguez, Bembol Roco.
Ang Leon, ang Tigre, at ang Alamid Ang Leon, ang Tigre, at ang Alamid (1979) Character: N/A
Three locals, with different gripes with the town's landowner and former congressman team up to serve justice.
'Di Puwedeng Hindi Puwede 'Di Puwedeng Hindi Puwede (1999) Character: Mendez
Carding is an ex-convict trying to start anew outside the bars and got a job as a taxi driver. However, just as he swore not to get involved in any illegal activities, a young woman Kristine rented his taxi cab as a getaway vehicle in a in a staged abduction, where she played as the hostage. As Carding put his best foot forward to save her from the kidnappers yet policemen mistook him as one of the crooks. For the second time around, he got arrested. Carding escaped from the jail and found out Kristin’s deception. He implored her to clean up his name to the authority. The conscience-stricken Kristin affirmed to attest the truth. As her statement was broadcast in the Philippine television, it is also seen by the Robbery Gang leader.
Oh, My Girl! A Laugh Story... Oh, My Girl! A Laugh Story... (2009) Character: Director
Little Opao and Biboy grew up together in an orphanage in Taal, Batangas and promised themselves to be best friends forever. As they grow older they head into separate ways; to be adopted by their respective new parents. Opao is adopted by a spinster whose failed career in acting prompts her to mould Opao into a superstar with the nickname Darling. Meanwhile, Biboy is adopted by Crisp Pops.
Batanes Batanes (2007) Character: Boy
Pam meets Rico an Ivatan, and decides to leave her stressful life in the city to follow him to Batanes to meet his parents Boy and Lydia and marry him. Pam tries to adapt to the Ivatan way of life but hates the sea that Rico loves so much. Her hatred for the sea intensifies when her husband Rico dies in a fishing accident. Pam is devastated and decides to go back to Manila. But when she sensed that the sea was laughing at her failure, she chose to stay in Batanes to be with Rico's family. In one of her trips to the sea, she accidentally meets Kao Ken Chu, a Taiwanese, whom she rescues during a storm. As they spend time together, the two eventually fall for each other despite language barriers and cultural differences.
X&Y X&Y (2024) Character: N/A
YSHA wants to travel to make amends with people she hurt in the past. XANDER is in need of money to support his family. The two accidentally meet---will love find its way through them too?
Pabling Pabling (1981) Character: N/A
A playboy and a simple girl from the provinces try to make it in the big city.
Anak Ng Bulkan Anak Ng Bulkan (1997) Character: Pulon, Pedring's Stepfather
When a dinosaur egg is unearthed by a powerful volcano, a little boy's life is changed forever. The pterodactyl named "Vulcan", and the little boy end up forming an unbreakable bond of friendship while on an amazing spree of adventures.
Tres Tres (2014) Character: N/A
"Faith, Love, Time, and Dr. Lazaro," "Tata Selo," and "Sandaang Damit;" three short stories written by three multi-awarded Filipino fiction writers, Gregorio Brillantes, Rogelio Sicat, and Fanny Garcia, transformed into three short films.
Sana'y Ikaw na Nga Sana'y Ikaw na Nga (1993) Character: Mike
This love triangle story is about love, music, and drugs. Jessica was an upcoming singer who met Gary, a lead singer of a band, and Karlo, Gary's older brother who was an ex-convict.
Ikaw Pa... Eh Love Kita Ikaw Pa... Eh Love Kita (1995) Character: Benjie
A man who vows to fight for justice (Lito Lapid) and a hard-hitting TV reporter (Maricel Soriano) are forced to work together to escape the people who are after them.
Pi7ong Tagpo Pi7ong Tagpo (2007) Character: Fred Rodriguez (segment "Toga")
Seven stories with no connection at all but with a common universal theme of doing good deeds and making the right decision.
Biokids Biokids (1990) Character: Clown
Five kids are rewarded with extraordinary powers by an aging scientist. Their mission is to correct the wrong and injustice in the world. With dynamic effort and dazzling speed, the five superheroes face the evil Exxor and his men, who are bent on creating worldwide havoc. It's up to our super kids to save the world and restore order.
UPCAT UPCAT (2008) Character: Mang Avelino
A story of two high school senior students who believes passing the UPCAT will help make their dreams of becoming successful come true.
Orapronobis Orapronobis (1989) Character: Major Kontra
In 1985, in the obscure town of Dolores, the Orapronobis, a cult under the leadership of Kumander Kontra, murders a foreign priest who gave the last rites to an alleged rebel, who was also executed by the same group.
Tisoy! Tisoy! (1977) Character: Julio Madiaga (uncredited)
Tisoy is a bohemian balikbayan searching for his father. He gets help from his friends as they scour the immaculately clean Metro Manila as well as reunite with his high school sweetheart.
FANEY (The Fan) FANEY (The Fan) (2025) Character: Edgar
Nora Aunor, the Philippines' one and only Superstar touched and changed their lives forever. They catapulted her to a phenomenon that happens only once in a lifetime.
Tuli Tuli (2005) Character: N/A
The daughter of a circumciser rebels and challenges the status quo when she is asked to take over her father's job.
Esperanza: The Movie Esperanza: The Movie (1999) Character: Luis
A Filipino movie based on the television series Esperanza, opens up where the TV finale left off.
Ang Anak ni Brocka Ang Anak ni Brocka (2005) Character: N/A
It is about a group of investigative journalists from a sub-par TV station who accidentally scores a scoop that a 21-year-old boy is looking around for his identity… he claims to be the son of the late director Lino Brocka, a known gay filmmaker.
Nerisa Nerisa (2021) Character: Badong
Misfortune starts to happen on an island when a beautiful maiden is washed ashore. She falls in love with a local fisherman who eventually disappears after a sea accident. She commits to do and to give everything, even her body, in order to find him.
Amigo Amigo (2011) Character: Policarpio
Rafael is a village mayor caught in the murderous crossfire of the Philippine-American War. When U.S. troops occupy his village, Rafael comes under pressure from a tough-as-nails officer to help the Americans in their hunt for Filipino guerilla fighters. But Rafael's brother is the head of the local guerillas, and considers anyone who cooperates with the Americans to be a traitor. Rafael quickly finds himself forced to make the impossible, potentially deadly decisions faced by ordinary civilians in an occupied country.
The Great Raid The Great Raid (2005) Character: Henchman #2
As World War II rages, the elite Sixth Ranger Battalion is given a mission of heroic proportions: push 30 miles behind enemy lines and liberate over 500 American prisoners of war.
Isda Isda (2011) Character: Miguel
Impoverished, childless and living in a garbage dump, Miguel and Lina become instant celebrities when Lina miraculously becomes pregnant. But Lina gives birth to a fish, which increases her celebrity but leaves Miguel humiliated and the couple at odds. What follows is an illuminating examination of how this unusual family copes and compromises in the face of a modern-day miracle.
K'na, The Dreamweaver K'na, The Dreamweaver (2014) Character: North Chieftain
When Kana, a young T'boli woman, becomes a dreamweaver, she has the chance to weave together her village's warring clans. But, will she give up true love to do so?
Felix Manalo Felix Manalo (2015) Character: Quintin Rivera
Felix Yzagun Manalo is a sprawling historical epic that traces the origin of Iglesia Ni Cristo (The Church of Christ) which is established in the Philippines from its humble beginnings in 1914 through the present day.
Wala Nang Iibigin Pang Iba Wala Nang Iibigin Pang Iba (1997) Character: Rufo
Sarah, an archaeologist and museum curator, is good at recovering and restoring treasures. One day, a very important treasure map is stolen from the museum, but the map is in Latin and the guys who seized it cannot read it.
Bagets Bagets (1984) Character: The 'Sabets'
Experiencing the forbidden. Experiencing rejection. Hating your parents. Hating the world around you. Discovering what's hot. Discovering what's cool. Discovering your first true love. Discovering who you are. Growing up can be such a wild time. But not when you've got the best guys to hang out with. Five chaste young men immerse themselves in the superficialities and superfluity of adolescence over the course of their last year in high school. But as they make their gradual transition from boyhood to manhood, they realize it is their formidable bond that stands as the real deal.
The Time That Remains The Time That Remains (2025) Character: Angua Jr.
Surrounded by a string of deaths, an older woman relives her romance with a mysterious, ageless lover as an inspector closes in on their dark secret.
Palaban Palaban (2000) Character: N/A
A police officer is tasked with capturing a gang of bank robbers led by a former elite force member.
Tinik Tinik (2013) Character: N/A
This is a sober and impartial study of homosexuality through the story of a middle-aged gay couturier and his attempts at keeping his dignity amidst the dilemmas and problems brought upon by his homosexuality.
Bulaklak ng Maynila Bulaklak ng Maynila (1999) Character: Roque
A woman who falls under the sway of a crime boss plots to bring him down after a horrible betrayal in this drama from the Philippines. Azun (Elizabeth Oropesa) is a wife and mother living in a dangerous neighborhood in Manila, where she peddles goods on the street. Azun's husband Roque (Bembol Roco) becomes involved in a burglary that goes awry, leading to a lengthy jail sentence. With few options, and needing safety and support, Azun becomes involved with Timo (Christopher De Leon), leader of a local crime syndicate. But Timo's protection does not extend to Azun's teenage daughter Ada (Angelu De Leon); Timo rapes Ada, then forces her to leave her boyfriend (Jomari Yllana) and start dancing in his strip club. When Azun learns what Timo has done to Ada, she makes plans to get her revenge.
AWOL AWOL (2017) Character: Amang
An expert Army sniper armed with his tactical knowledge and deadly skills, goes on a quest to protect his family from the man who masterminded the attempt on his life and his loved ones.
Baconaua Baconaua (2017) Character: Mang Danny
After a turbulent squall in the night, villagers wake up to the astonishing sight of the sea that has turned red.
Ang Pirata Ang Pirata (2013) Character: N/A
A story of greedy businessman on how they make their own money.
Pieta Pieta (2023) Character: Francis
Pieta follows Isaac who tries to navigate the outside world after spending years in jail for killing his father.
Forever and a Day Forever and a Day (2011) Character: Gerry
Eugene arrives in Bukidnon with only one intention: to forget his problems at work. But when he meets Raffy and as they travel and go on ridiculous and death-defying activities together, they start to form a friendship that goes beyond Euge’s original plan. Raffy helps Euge appreciate himself more and to look at things in a positive way. With Raffy, Euge begins to believe in himself again. Soon, against his own expectations, he admits to himself that has fallen in love with this girl. But life is truly ironic. The moment Euge expresses his feelings for her, Raffy suddenly starts to push him away. She admits that he can never have her, and she doesn’t want Eugene to hope for a happy ending with her, because she cannot be loved.
U Belt U Belt (2004) Character: N/A
College life is no party and friends Maggs and Koko know this very well. They receive support from their families which is not enough to pay for all the expenses. To augment their allowance, they looked for a job but are always rejected because they lack the experience. Frustrated, they turned to the oldest profession to be able to continue their studies.Their friend, Sarah, a call girl warns them about the dangers of the trade but it's too late to back out already...
Kontrabida Kontrabida (2025) Character: N/A
Once feared on screen for their chilling portrayals of criminals and villains, retired actors get one last shot to prove they're more than just tough guys—they're the heroes no one saw coming.
Nasaan si Hesus? Nasaan si Hesus? (2025) Character: Congressman Carramba
The lives of various individuals In the village of Sto. Nino intertwine as they begin to question the presence and meaning of God in their lives. ROGER, his wife BRENDA, and their daughter CINDY seem to be a model family, but their faith is questioned when sin and its repercussions begin to affect their home. The Parish Priest, FR. CARLO, realizes he is prone to anger and temptation, putting to doubt his own spirituality. SISTER REMEDIOS, a nun, makes it her mission to help a group of STREETCHILDREN, despite the reluctance of the novice SISTER ALMA. Single mother LUCY’s troubles escalate as she turns to drugs to help support herself and her baby. And other residents have to deal with their selfish employers like MRS. VARONA or opportunistic politicians like CONGRESSMAN CARAMBA. In the end, each one tries to find the right path to mend their lives.
First Day High First Day High (2006) Character: Investigator Matriponio
The journey in solving the greatest mysteries of life begins on the first day of school. Brainy Indy, MVP MJ2, Sosy Pre, Rebel Gael and Nice Guy Nathan are college freshmen who enter FDH University without knowing what college life will bring them. Until they all got involved in the biggest mystery the university has ever encountered- B.W.A.C.A. or Basketball Water Contamination Accident. Initial investigation shows that the water drank by the players during the game was contaminated by a mysterious substance.
The Year of Living Dangerously The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) Character: Kumar
A young Australian reporter tries to navigate the political turmoil of Indonesia during the rule of President Sukarno with the help of a diminutive photographer.
Gabi Na, Kumander Gabi Na, Kumander (1986) Character: N/A
Gabi Na Kumander is the story of two brothers with opposite beliefs who suddenly find themselves in a fight for what each one believes is right. Ramil Macan had been assigned to fight the rebels in Sto. Nio and he discovers that the rebel leader is no other than his younger brother, whom he had given up for dead years ago. Ronald Macan, former law student and activist, took to the hills with the imposition of martial law. He is known as Kumander Kobra. Ramil had been assigned to put a stop to his activities and in the name of the law to take him dead or alive.
Markova: Comfort Gay Markova: Comfort Gay (2000) Character: Puging
Escaping the torment of growing up with an abusive older brother, he and his friends found further suffering at the hands of Japanese soldiers, forced into sex work to survive. But even after the war, Markova's struggle continued.
Adan Adan (2019) Character: Lucas / Ellen's father
A naive provincial girl finds a way to get ahold of her independence through the help of her girl best friend. But their actions have nerve-shattering consequences.
Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag (1975) Character: Julio Madiaga
Julio, a young fisherman from a provincial village, descends into social alienation as he arrives in Manila to search for his loved one.
Donsol Donsol (2006) Character: N/A
About two lonely people who met during the whaleshark watching season in Donsol, Sorsogon.
Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos (1976) Character: Crispin
Set during World War II, Rosario, a school teacher, enters a forbidden relationship with a Japanese soldier, Masugi.
Boso Boso (2005) Character: N/A
Jake (Jeffrey Quizon) is a caretaker at a boarding residence that houses a whole array of characters. But one day his life changes when he hovers over the lives of newlyweds Cecilia (Katya Santos) and Ding (Allen Dizon).
Pauwi Na Pauwi Na (2016) Character: Mang Pepe
A tragic-comic portrait of a dysfunctional family and the disquieting blind faith they invoke as they dream of going home.
Tubusin Mo Ng Bala Ang Puso Ko Tubusin Mo Ng Bala Ang Puso Ko (1996) Character: N/A
Tubusin mo ng bala ang puso ko: Directed by Toto Natividad. With Edu Manzano, Anjanette Abayari, Mark Gil, Bembol Roco.
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita (1989) Character: Rod
Salve, a content barrio lass, is married to Alfred, an aspiring politician. Alfred meets Via finds out that they can both be very useful to each other's lives. He is set on pursuing a political career and Via is from a powerful political family that wants to continue to govern the land. Together, Albert and Via plan a scheme to get rid of Salve. But Salve survives the carnage. Salve takes revenge.
Porno Porno (2013) Character: N/A
An assassin, a porn dubber and a transgender. Three souls. One explicit illusion. To find the ultimate joy in their empty lives. A safe haven, where passion and love mean humanity, ecstasy means enlightenment; and the soul is the ultimate arbiter of the truth.
Huwag Kang Lalabas Huwag Kang Lalabas (2021) Character: Mandurugo (segment "Bahay")
Three stories of haunting secrets, folklore, and urban legends.
Smaller and Smaller Circles Smaller and Smaller Circles (2017) Character: NBI Director Francisco Lastimosa
A serial killer in Payatas leaves the bodies of young boys in the dump as two Jesuit priests try to solve the murders.
Sakaling Maging Tayo Sakaling Maging Tayo (2019) Character: N/A
Two college freshmen, Pol and Laya, accidentally meet during their last day of school in Baguio City. Laya is about to move back to Manila to escape from her failed romance, while Pol is about to spend a care-free night in a music festival. After witnessing Laya’s breakdown because of her recent heartbreak, Pol gets an idea to make her last night in Baguio fun and memorable.
Gumapang Ka sa Lusak Gumapang Ka sa Lusak (1990) Character: Falcon
A teenage boy befriends a starlet who is having an affair with an ambitious mayor. As the elections are coming up, the mayor's wife wants him to get rid of his mistress. The starlet agrees to stop the affair on condition that the mayor help release her boyfriend from jail. The mayor does so, but wants the former jail-bird to kill his political rival.
Sinapupunan Sinapupunan (2012) Character: Bangas-An
A Bajau midwife copes with the irony of her own infertility amid the deprivations of her gypsy community in Tawi-Tawi. A saga of island life stuck between the devil of passion and the deep blue sea of tradition.
Anak ni Baby Ama Anak ni Baby Ama (1991) Character: Junior Bahala
A boy grows up not knowing his real identity. One day, a mysterious lady, claiming to be his real mother, divulges the truth about his roots. He is caught between leaving his past and living his new life.
Iligpit si Bobby Ortega: Markang Bungo 2 Iligpit si Bobby Ortega: Markang Bungo 2 (1995) Character: N/A
This film is based on a true story of Baguio City police officer Bobby Ortega.
Iskalawag: Ang Batas Ay Batas Iskalawag: Ang Batas Ay Batas (1997) Character: N/A
A rookie cop faces a moral dilemma when he discovers corruption within the system.



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