MAGNIFICO

 2h 2 min | Drama |

Philippines

Synopsis
Even though he is not good in school and belongs to a poor and unfortunate family, Magnifico still have a big heart and a large amount of optimism that enabled him to help not only his family but also the community.
Director:

Maryo J. de los Reyes 

Writer:

Michiko Yamamoto

Producer:

Liza Guerzon Doria (line producer)
Beth Guiwa (supervising producer)
Michael C. Sevilla (associate producer)
Phillip C. Sevilla  (associate producer) 
Violeta C. Sevilla (executive producer) 

Cinematographer:

Odyssey 'Odie' Flores (cinematography)

Music/Composer:

(Courtesy of Genesis Entertainment)
Aking Munting Bituin (Theme Song)
Composed by - Joy Nilo and Gary Valenciano
Lyrics by - Rollie Navarro
Sung by - Gary Valenciano
Butch De Juan (assistant arranger) 
Dodjie Fernandez (music sound engineer)
Joseph Andrew Labad (assistant arranger)
Joy Nilo (music co-arranger)

Editorial Department:

Manet Dayrit (film editor)

Production Design/Art Department:

Gerry Santos (production designer)
Bobet Lopez (art director)

Production Management:

Danilo Nazareth (production manager)

Sound Department:

Aurel Claro Bilbao (sfx/foley editor (as Aurel Bilbao)
Lamberto Casas Jr. (adr editor)
Danilo Cruz (boom operator)
Ross Diaz (adr editor)
Arnel Francia (sfx/foley editor)
Josie Galvez (dubbing supervisor)
Dario Jacinto (sound operator)
Arnel M. Labayo (adr editor)
Ricardo Loresto Jr. (supervising audio engineer (as Ric Loresto)
Reggie Quindoyos (sfx/foley editor)
Arnold Reodica (sound engineer)
Addiss Tabong (sfx/foley editor)
Ryan Valencia (cableman)

Camera and Lighting Department:

Rey Adriano (still photographer)
Bonny Aleta (head crew)
Rodolfo Amandy Jr. (video assist operator (as J.R. Amandy)
Bryan Anastacio (dolly operator)
Rey Barina (gaffer)
Tony Britanico (grip)
Rolando Cabaltera (clapper loader)
Bino Cuanico (assistant camera)
Edwin Cuanico (assistant hmi operator / grip)
Rudy Dauz (grip)
Ompong Maguinto (electrician)
Raul Manlunas (grip / hmi operator)
Renato Ramos (genet man)
Ruel Reyes (grip)
Jess Sabundo (grip)
Lito Santos (grip)
Edwin Timkang (best boy)

Post-production:
Assistant/Associate Director:

William Henry (assistant director)
Deck Ignacio (second assistant director)

Production Company:

Violett Films Productions

Cast:

Lorna Tolentino (Edna)

Albert Martinez (Gerry)

Gloria Romero (Lola Magda)

Celia Rodriguez (Ka Doring)

Mark Gil (Domeng)

Tonton Gutierrez (Ka Romy)

Jiro Manio (Magnifico)

Amy Austria (Tessie)

Cherry Pie Picache (Cristy)

Danilo Barrios (Miong)

Susan Africa (Pracing)

Isabelle De Leon (Helen (as Isabella De Leon)

Dindin Llarena (Ria)

Joseph Roble (Carlo)

Girlie Sevilla (Isang)

Dido de la Paz (Foreman)

Allyson VII (Makoy (as Allyson VII Gonzales)

David Granado (Tessie's Husband)

Scarlet (Teacher)

Jojo Vinzon (Gay Friend)

Dan De Guzman II (Teacher)

Romy Guiwa (Friend)

Boy Gomez (Friend)

Arnold (Friend)

Cheenee (Friend)

Wendy Hunter (Friend)

Brilla Graza (Friend)

Rosel De Ramos (Pawnshop Teller)

Additional Crew:
Alternative Title:
Year: 2003
Genre: Drama
Country:

Philippines

Language:

Filipino,Tagalog

Locations:

Kalayaan, Laguna, Philippines
Luisiana, Laguna, Philippines
Lumban, Laguna, Philippines
Paete, Laguna, Philippines
Pagsanjan, Laguna, Philippines
San Mateo, Rizal, Philippines
Sta. Cruz, Laguna, Philippines
 

Subtitle:
Awards, Recognition, & Participation:

Berlin International Film Festival (2004):
Best Feature Film - Maryo J. de los Reyes (Crystal Bear Winner)
Best Feature Film – Maryo J. de los Reyes (Deutsches Kinderhilfswerk Grand Prix Winner)
FAMAS Awards (2004):
Best Picture
Best Supporting Actor - Mark Gil 
Best Supporting Actress - Celia Rodriguez
Best Child Actor - Jiro Manio
Best Child Actress - Isabelle De Leon
Best Director - Maryo J. de los Reyes
Best Story - Michiko Yamamoto
Best Actress - Lorna Tolentino (FAMAS Award Nominee)
FAP Awards, Philippines (2004):
Best Picture
Best Director - Maryo J. de los Reyes
Best Actor - Jiro Manio
Best Supporting Actress - Gloria Romero
Best Screenplay - Michiko Yamamoto
Best Musical Score - Lutgardo Labad
Gawad Urian Awards (2011):
Best Film of the Decade - Maryo J. de los Reyes (2000-2009)

Total Running Time:  2h 2 min
Color: COLOR
Aspect Ratio:
Sound Mix:
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18 October 2019, Friday