Do Re Mi (1996 film)
Do Re Mi | |
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Directed by | Ike Jarlego Jr. |
Written by | Mel Mendoza-del Rosario |
Produced by | Eric M. Cuatico |
Starring |
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Cinematography | Ding Austria |
Edited by | Marya Ignacio |
Music by | Margot M. Gallardo |
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Distributed by | Neo Films |
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Running time | 109 minutes |
Country | Philippines |
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Do Re Mi is a 1996
Plot
The film uses the concept of three female singers who, "as they sing their way through life's ups and downs, they build a friendship strong enough to last a lifetime."[4]
In an attempt to salvage their group's music career, Reggie Mendoza (
On the day of the group's contract signing, both Donnette and Mikki back out from signing the record deal, leaving a disheartened Reggie as a solo act. As Reggie pursued a career as a successful solo singer, Donnette channeled her efforts to help orphans and other abused children in
Planning and production
According to a retrospective by ABS-CBN, the film "was originally titled Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas 2," based loosely on the 1986 film starring Sharon Cuneta, Cherie Gil, and Dina Bonnevie.[5]
Promotion
Being hailed as the highly anticipated movie of 1996, there was extreme hype behind the collaboration between the three main actresses. To promote the movie, Cruz, Velasquez and Cojuangco appeared in an episode of
Despite being part of the movie, Velasquez' vocals were not part in recording of the movie's soundtrack, as it was a then-upcoming VIVA Records singer named Krystine Marcaida, who sang vocals on her part. In the movie version, Velasquez was able to record her vocals just in time before the movie was released.[6]
Reception
The film was released to critical acclaim, with majority of the critics praising the chemistry and comic timing of Cruz, Velasquez and Cojuangco altogether, while still establishing character distinction as individuals. The movie became the most successful Filipino musical comedy film of the nineties earning ₱170 million in its one-month theatrical run. The song "I Can", which was the main theme of the movie, also became a number-one hit in the Philippines.
Cast
- Main cast
- Donna Cruz as Donnette Legaspi
- Regine Velasquez as Reggie Mendoza
- Mikee Cojuangcoas Mikki Tolentino
- Supporting cast
- Gloria Romero as Reggie's Lola
- Gary Estrada as Toto
- Berting Labra as Mikki's Father
- Evangeline Pascual as Donette's Mother
- Ramil Rodriguez as Donette's Father
- Anthony Cortez as Julio
- Melisse Santiago as Nene
- Lee Robin Salazar as Joey
- Lorli Villanueva as Mikki's Mother
- Ricky Rivero as Boyet
- Gerard Faisan as Victor
- Carlos Ramirez I as Kambal I
- Carlos Ramirez II as Kambal II
- Elaine Kemuel as Dorothy
- Archie Adamos as Nene's Father
- Cameos cast
- Cesar Montano
- Ruby Rodriguez
- Menchu Macapagal
Soundtrack
DoReMi: Music from the Motion Picture | |
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Soundtrack album by Various Artists | |
Released | 1996 |
Genre | Pop Dance-pop |
Label | Viva Records |
Producer | Vic del Rosario, Jr. Louie J. Ocampo Margot M. Gallardo |
DoReMi: Music from the Motion Picture features songs performed by
Track listing
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Performer(s) | Length |
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1. | "I Can (Main Theme)" | Louie M. Ocampo, Edith M. Gallardo | Donna Cruz, Regine Velasquez, Mikee Cojuangco | 3:34 |
2. | "A Little Love Goes a Long Way" | Moy Ortiz, Gallardo | Cruz, Marcaida, Cojuangco | 3:10 |
3. | "Sharing the Same Dreams" | Ortiz, Gallardo | Cruz, Marcaida, Cojuangco | 4:00 |
4. | "Akalain Ko Ba" | Babsie Molina, Gallardo | Cojuangco | 3:31 |
5. | "Stop! In the Name of Love" | Holland–Dozier–Holland | Vanna Vanna | 3:28 |
6. | "I Can (Instrumental)" | Ocampo | 3:36 | |
7. | "I've Got the Best in You" | Vehnee Saturno | Cruz | 4:10 |
8. | "A Little Love Goes a Long Way (Instrumental)" | Ortiz | 3:14 | |
9. | "I Can (Karaoke Scene)" | Ocampo, Gallardo | Cruz, Velasquez, Cojuangco | 2:34 |
10. | "Awit Ng Pag-asa (Adapted from "I am But a Small Voice")" | Ivory Records (now as Ivory Music and Video) | Melisse Santiago and Children | 3:34 |
References
- ^ Red, Isah (November 16, 1996). "Prisoner of Love". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 32. Retrieved May 16, 2022 – via Google News.
- ^ Red, Isah (October 11, 1996). "Chariz: Willing and Able". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 36. Retrieved May 16, 2022 – via Google News.
- ^ Afinidad-Bernardo, Deni (April 16, 2018). "Regine Velasquez on 'Do Re Mi' reunion". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 16, 2022.
- ^ "DOREMI". OOCities (mirrored from Geocities). October 2009. Retrieved November 13, 2014.
- ^ Macuja, Lista (May 12, 2014). "Favorite TRIOs in local showbiz: "DoReMi (1996)"". ABS-CBN. Retrieved November 13, 2014.
- ^ Regine Multimedia V3.0 // Discography. Reginemultimedia.com. Retrieved on November 18, 2011.
External links
- Do Re Mi at IMDb