John Arcilla

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Male

Birthday

24-Jun-1966

Age

(60 years old)

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John Arcilla

Biography

Romeo John Gonzales Arcilla (born June 24, 1966) is a Filipino film and television actor. He is best known for playing the titural role in Heneral Luna (2015), the film selected as the Philippine entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards. From 1991 to 1997, Arcilla was a resident actor and senior member of the Tanghalang Pilipino Actor Company, the resident theatre of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. In 2012, Arcilla had a cameo in The Bourne Legacy as a head security guard. The following year, Arcilla also appeared in Metro Manila, the British entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 86th Academy Awards. In 2021, he was awarded the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the Venice International Film Festival for his role in On the Job: The Missing 8, making him the first Filipino and Southeast Asian actor to receive the award. He also received the Best Actor award at the Gawad Urian Awards in 2022 for the same role. He is a two-time Gawad Urian winner and a two-time FAMAS nominee.


Credits

Mulanay: Sa Pusod Ng Paraiso Mulanay: Sa Pusod Ng Paraiso (1996) Character: N/A
A doctor dedicated her life post-graduate to help the rural community of Mulanay, Quezon. Based on a true story.
Himpapawid Himpapawid (2009) Character: N/A
Inspired by a true news account, this is the astounding story of a lone deranged hijacker who has struggled to survive in the chaos of modern Philippine society.
Sa North Diversion Road Sa North Diversion Road (2005) Character: N/A
Comprised of ten conversations between a man and a woman on the theme of infidelity, the film essays the topic by interrogating its effect on a relationship after-the-fact.
Gusto Ko Nang Lumigaya Gusto Ko Nang Lumigaya (2000) Character: N/A
Christine is a university guidance counsellor trapped in a loveless marriage. Leo, her husband, a cruel and vicious politician refuses to set Christine free as he needs her when he runs for public office and hires Orlando, a private detective to get solid evidence against Christine's infidelity.
Ay Ayeng Ay Ayeng (2008) Character: N/A
A mountain maiden attempts to use education to help solve the problems of an Ifugao village, but finds that outdated traditions and military oppression stand in her way. A photojournalist documents her story.
Asul ang Kulay ng Puso Asul ang Kulay ng Puso (1996) Character: N/A
Starring Maricel Laxa, Eric Quizon and Patricia Ann Roque
Bilyarista Bilyarista (2025) Character: Itoy
Aya, living in the slums of Manila, dreams of becoming a billiards World Champion, but after her father is killed, she’s manipulated by Itoy into playing underground gambling matches in back-alley pool halls.
Supot Supot (2016) Character: Itoy
After refusing a ritual circumcision intended to usher him into manhood, Rene-boy (10), tries alternate methods to remove this mark of cowardice.
Haunted Carnival Haunted Carnival (2026) Character: N/A
As the carnival turns into a death trap, the guests must survive challenges while carnival freaks hunt every single one of them.
HB2ME HB2ME (2026) Character: N/A
A seemingly ordinary birthday celebration quickly spirals into chaos.
Burger Boys Burger Boys (1999) Character: Sir Fernando Ayala
Four high school friends hatch a plan for a farcical heist that sends them spiraling into a series of surreal events littered with clowns, fast food, and ‘rakenrol’, in an even more absurd nation of squalor and entertainment.
Dos Ekis Dos Ekis (2001) Character: Bunny
Charisse lives in a boarding house owned by Vivian Sales (Rina Reyes) but drops by her grandfather (Eddie Arenas) once in a while. The narrative goes on in this scenario and eventually leaps from drama to action when the lead characters, Charisse and Benito, get entangled with Bunny and the godfather-like character, Dodi (Celso Ad. Castillo).
Bayani Bayani (1992) Character: N/A
Independent filmmaker Raymond Red's first crossover to full-length feature is a highly visual chronicle of the rise and fall of revolutionary hero Andres Bonifacio. Noted for its heavy stylistics and painstaking attention to filmic detail, the biopic also tackles the momentous events surrounding the Philippine struggle against Spanish colonialism. The historical epic is a most fitting cinematic memorial to the centenary of Philippine independence.
El Presidente El Presidente (2012) Character: Mariano Trías
The film begins with his capture by Philippine and US forces under Frederick Funston's command in 1901, then flashes back to 1886, when an old woman gives Aguinaldo and his childhood friend Candido Tirona cryptic prophecies. Ten years later, Aguinaldo is inducted into the Katipunan and later assumes leadership of its Cavite chapter while becoming mayor of Cavite El Viejo. When the trouble breaks out in Manila in late August 1896, Aguinaldo tries to assure the Spanish provincial government of non-interference and covertly marshals his forces despite a lack of weapons. Learning that the Spanish mostly put their forces in Manila, Aguinaldo finally mobilizes his troops and take the command of the Katipunan forces in Cavite
Sakay Sakay (1993) Character: Gen. Leon Villafuerte
The film covers the life of Filipino patriot and hero Macario Sakay, who was declared an outlaw and a criminal for continuing hostilities against the United States after the "official" end of the Philippine Insurrection.
Kuwaresma Kuwaresma (2019) Character: Arturo
A family is haunted by what appears to be the ghost of their youngest daughter. Now they must try to figure out why she is trying to communicate with them.
Ekis Ekis (1999) Character: George
Gene works for the local underworld syndicate but always treats his abductees with kindness. He begins a dangerous affair with ex-bar girl Dolor, who's routinely beaten by her rich husband. When the cops move in on Gene's gang and Dolor's husband winds up dead, the couple flees with the law and their enemies in hot pursuit.
Halaw Halaw (2010) Character: N/A
This film exposes the human trafficking operation and journey through the seas of Southern Philippines to neighboring Malaysia. Based on research and interviews, this dramatic narrative provides a kaleidoscope of characters hoping for a better life in Sabah, in spite of the dubiousness of the process, and uncertainty of a true job in Malaysia. It also represents a microcosm of the multi-cultural groupings of Mindanao whose diversity is bound by a common goal, an opportunity to earn a living, as they take that illegal small boat ride from their homeland to that foreign "Promised Land."
Reroute Reroute (2022) Character: Gemo
When a couple gets lost after taking a reroute to their town, a man offers his home nearby. As they feel something's wrong, things turn deadly.
Fuchsia Libre Fuchsia Libre (2024) Character: N/A
A secretly gay, “dude, chong, pare, bro” ends up becoming the crowd favorite of an underground wrestling circuit because of his costume and moniker. Can his underground success help him to be loved by his father?
Ligaya ang Itawag mo sa Akin Ligaya ang Itawag mo sa Akin (1997) Character: Polding
Ligaya, a prostitute, decides to change her life and quit her job after saving some money. She then meets the decent farmer, Polding, who becomes her safe haven and her way out of her miserable life. However, her past threatens to undo everything and ruin her life.
Metro Manila Metro Manila (2013) Character: Douglas Ong
Looking for a brighter future in metropolitan Manila, Oscar Ramirez and his family leave their miserable life in the rice terraces of Banaue, in the northern Philippines. In the sweltering capital, where all kind of perils lurk in every corner, Oscar catches a lucky break when he is offered a steady work for an armored truck company and the senior officer Ong takes him under his wing.
Amigo Amigo (2011) Character: Nenong
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.
Petrang Kabayo Petrang Kabayo (2010) Character: Poldo
Peter Kasimsiman was once a submissive son to his parents. But losing his mother at a tender age, left him with an abusive father who only knew of tending to his carriage horse, Brown Beauty. Peter is eager to win the love and attention of his indifferent Tatay. But an unfortunate incident forces him to run away from home. His horrible life starts to change its course when he meets the nurturing haciendera Helena who provides him shelter and unconditional affection he knew his father would never be able to give. Helena teaches Peter love and kindness, grooming him as the sole heir to the hacienda in the event of her death. Albeit fueled with the guidance of the good-natured foster mother, who's known for her passionate concern for her employees, Peter has an intolerable bad temper especially towards her mother's loyal servant, Maita and the latter's beautiful and gifted daughter, Samantha.
Second Coming Second Coming (2019) Character: N/A
It follows the story of a stepmother who, after moving in the home of her husband is haunted by her possessed stepdaughter.
The Bourne Legacy The Bourne Legacy (2012) Character: Joseph
New CIA operative Aaron Cross experiences life-or-death stakes that have been triggered by the previous actions of Jason Bourne.
A Hard Day A Hard Day (2021) Character: Ace Franco
After trying to cover up a car accident that left a man dead, a crooked homicide detective is stalked by a mysterious man claiming to have witnessed the event.
Big Night! Big Night! (2021) Character: Donato
A gay beautician is determined to clear his name after learning he's included in a drug watchlist.
GG: Good Game GG: Good Game (2024) Character: Pastor
Mourning the death of his beloved lola, an aspiring pro-gamer is forced to live with his estranged mother and lead his underdog esports team in secret.
Birdshot Birdshot (2017) Character: Mendoza
A farm girl mistakenly shoots and kills an endangered Philippine Eagle. When authorities begin a manhunt to track down the eagle’s killer, they stumble upon an even more horrific discovery.
On the Job: The Missing 8 On the Job: The Missing 8 (2022) Character: Sisoy Salas
Inspired by true events, the film chronicles the story of Sisoy Salas, a corrupt journalist seeking justice for his colleagues, and convict Roman Rubio, a hired gun who is regularly brought out of prison to perform assassinations.
Ligaya… Katumbas ng Buhay Ligaya… Katumbas ng Buhay (2003) Character: N/A
Director: Baldo Marro Writers: Baldo Marro (story), Evaristo Navao (screenplay) Stars: Brando Legaspi, John Arcilla, Mike Magat, JC Castro, Rey Dann, Divina Valencia, Melissa Mendez, Angela Corteza, Lesly Bautista, Yvette Yzon, Bobet Fiel, Jean Pomelo, Rhey Roldan, Luv Gutierrez
Trip Trip (2001) Character: Celine's Dad
While on vacation, a group of young friends learns about betrayal, true love, loyalty, and the true meaning of friendship.
Heneral Luna Heneral Luna (2015) Character: Heneral Antonio Luna
A Filipino general who believes he can turn the tide of battle in the Philippine-American war. But little does he know that he faces a greatest threat to the country's revolution against the invading Americans.
Sa'yo Lamang Sa'yo Lamang (1995) Character: N/A
A 1995 drama movie starring Richard Gomez, Aiko Melendez, and Liza Lorena
A Love Story A Love Story (2007) Character: Steve
Ian Montes is a picture of success. Despite being a son of a shipping tycoon, Ian refused to just ride in his father's empire. He built his own real estate company and earned his first million at a very young age. He never looked back since then. Driven by his ambition to become better, if not as good as his father, Ian managed to make it on his own. But behind all the glory is a man yearning for love and recognition.
Sa Ngalan Ng Ama, Ina, At Mga Anak Sa Ngalan Ng Ama, Ina, At Mga Anak (2014) Character: Virgilio Salva
In 1970s Mindanao, a man and his family take arms to defend the people against those who would oppress them.
Lilet Never Happened Lilet Never Happened (2012) Character: James
Lilet Never Happened is the rollercoaster story of how a young girl, struggling to survive in the streets of Manila, spirals down into child prostitution. She is a fighter. She is a dreamer. She is a rebel and she thinks she can handle the world with her wits. But she has to face up to reality when she runs out of innocent dreams.
The Panti Sisters The Panti Sisters (2019) Character: Don Emilio y Panti
Three gay sons are called back by their estranged and terminally ill father and given an offer they can't refuse: a ₱300 million inheritance in exchange for each of them giving him a grandchild.
Penduko Penduko (2023) Character: Apo Tisot
Pedro Penduko, son of a powerful traditional healer, rejects his destiny and becomes a wastrel in the big city. He is recruited by Midnight, an organization that sends healers out to people in need in exchange for money.
Anino Anino (2000) Character: Man in black
In Manila, a solitary man from a far-away province lives in poverty. The only thing he has is a camera, and he stays at churches hoping people will hire him to take their photographs. During one day, he has three encounters that change his life: the first, with a smooth-talking young man who's standing by the church door who berates him for wasting his life in church, the second with a boy who offers to take his picture, and the third with a Mercedes-driving man who's been stuck in traffic and has no patience left. Is there any deliverance from the soullessness of the city?
Now That I Have You Now That I Have You (2004) Character: Oscar Morelos
Two strangers who board at the same station to commute on the MRT form an unlikely bond in this drama. Hopeless romantic Betsy thinks Michael is her ideal mate -- until the two actually meet and she discovers he's not the perfect man she'd imagined. Nonetheless, she falls in love with him, and as events unfold that threaten their relationship, Betsy and Michael must come to accept each other's differences or go their separate ways.
Sampung Mga Kerida Sampung Mga Kerida (2023) Character: Valentin / Constantin
A widowed billionaire's ten mistresses fight tooth and nail to become his new legal wife. But when he suddenly turns up dead, all ten women end up being prime suspects.
Forevermore Forevermore (2002) Character: Ronaldo
Young successful architect Anton obligingly pays a visit to his ailing grandfather Alejandor Cordero’s in their Cordero estate. The people in his grandfather’s place believe to a legend that their mango orchard would yield the sweetest mangoes in the country when the next Cordero will learn to fall in love unconditionally. Anton’s grandfather believes that Anton needs to find his one true love so the legend would be proven true. Anton does not share the same belief. When Marian learns about the homecoming of her childhood friend and crush; she gets excited for she believes that she and Anton would make the tale come true.
Thelma Thelma (2011) Character: Aldo Molino
The film tells the story of a tomboyish Ilocano lass from Ilocos Norte, Thelma (Maja Salvador) whose family is beset with challenges when she discovers her uncanny gift of speed. Her talent then opens doors for her – to elevate her family’s situation and change the course of her own life. But to do that she will have to run- against all obstacles, against personal hindrances, against shadows from her past, and against her own self-doubts. Will she ever accomplish her dream as a successful athlete?
Diskarte Diskarte (2002) Character: Insp. John Gomez
An ex-marine used by police in a drug bust. He escapes a rub-out, and goes after the group who double-crossed him.
Villa Estrella Villa Estrella (2009) Character: Dave
How come people who go there are never seen again? Does the villa "eat" people alive? The movie tells the story of Ana who has always been having nightmares about certain people getting killed of Madre Na Aswang. Things become scarier when her ex-boyfriend brings her to Villa Estrella where she meets a girl named Gisele who seems to be very familiar to her.
Patayan Files: Ang Pinakamalalaking Murder Cases Ng Dekada '90 Patayan Files: Ang Pinakamalalaking Murder Cases Ng Dekada '90 (2022) Character: Narrator
Vizconde Massacre -the trial of the century, Flor Contemplacion's story, the case that outraged Filipinos, and more horrifying deaths. Cheche Lazaro's Probe Archives goes in-depth on the controversy behind the gruesome crimes that shocked the entire country during the 90s.
Suarez: The Healing Priest Suarez: The Healing Priest (2020) Character: Fr. Fernando Suarez
When Fernando was given the gift of healing at 16, he hid it for many years until he became a priest only to find himself in scandals and squabbles with the Catholic Church. Unfazed, he challenged head on but pauses when faced with the question - what if the gift is taken away from him? Based on the true to life story of Fr. Fernando Suarez.
Miracle in Cell No. 7 Miracle in Cell No. 7 (2019) Character: Johnny San Juan
Joselito is a mentally-challenged man who is wrongfully charged with sexually assaulting and murdering a little girl. In prison, he becomes friends with his fellow inmates and together they form a plan to smuggle his young daughter inside the cell! Years after, his daughter becomes a lawyer and is determined to prove her father's innocence.
Ang Babaeng Putik Ang Babaeng Putik (2000) Character: N/A
Mark is a college student with hidden ambitions of being a horror novelist. In his quest to write a story that will showcase his talents, a true horror invades his private life in the form of a beautiful, goddess-like woman who mysteriously emerges from inside a giant fruit. Little does he know that what appears to be a fantasy come true is actually a nightmare that's become frighteningly real.
No Other Woman No Other Woman (2011) Character: Mario Dela Costa
Furniture supplier Ram is happily married to Charmaine. One day, Ram lands a big client, a new luxury resort. But he needs the help of Kara, the daughter of the owner of the resort, to finalize the deal. Kara's help, however, comes with a price, because she fancies Ram to be her lover. Not before long, Kara successfully seduces Ram, even though she knows about his marriage. When Charmaine learns of the affair, she finds ways to fight for her husband's waning attention.



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