Respeto
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| English | Respect |
| Directed by | Treb Monteras |
| Written by |
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| Produced by | Monster Jimenez[1] |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Ike Avellana[1] |
| Edited by | Lawrence S. Ang[1] |
| Music by | Jay Durias[1] |
Release date |
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Running time | 80 minutes[1] |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Respeto (Respect) is a 2017 Philippine
The final film features a guest cameo appearance by poet Vim Nadera. Aside from Abra and de la Paz, the film cats includes Chai Fonacier, Ybes Bagadiong, Brian Arda, Thea Yrastorza, Kate Alejandrino, Nor Domingo and Filipino rapper Loonie.[4]
Plot
Hendrix is a poor aspiring rapper who wants to make a name for himself in the underground rap battle scene and gain respect in the community. After attempting to rob a second-hand bookstore in the neighborhood, he is discovered by the owner, Doc, an old poet with a haunted past as a dissident.[5]
Cast
- Abra as Hendrix
- Dido de la Paz as Fortunato "Doc" Reyes
- Loonie as Breezy G
- Chai Fonacier as Betchai
- Ybes Bagadiong as Payaso
- Brian Arda as Mando
- Thea Yrastorza as Connie
- Kate Alejandrino as Candy
- Nor Domingo as Fuentes
Reception
It has received critical acclaim for its powerful use of the Filipino poetry in the form of
Awards and nominations
The film won the awards for best feature-length film, Best Supporting Actor (Dido de la Paz), Best Editing, Best Cinematography, and Best Sound at the
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e f g "Info-Sheet: RESPETO (RESPECT)" (PDF). culturalcenter.gov.ph. Cultural Center of the Philippines. 2017.
- ^ Cruz, Oggs (August 9, 2017). "Movie Reviews: All 9 films at the 2017 Cinemalaya Film Festival". Rappler. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Liao, Archie (August 10, 2017). "Multi-Palanca award winner Njel de Mesa talks about his immersion in 'Respeto' – PSR.ph". PSR.ph. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Mayo, Stephanie (August 12, 2017). "CINEMALAYA REVIEW – 'Respeto': prose and pain". Concept News Central. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Cabana, Ysh (February 22, 2019). "Fim Review: Respeto (2017): A Mash-up of Rhymes and Resistance". The Philippine Reporter. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
- ^ Concepcion, Pocholo (August 6, 2017). "Rap star Abra, Pinoy hip-hop culture, Jay Durias' music score in Cinemalaya film". Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Quintos, Patrick. "Rebyu: Respeto para sa 'Respeto'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ a b Dy, Philbert (August 10, 2017). "The Best and Worst of This Year's Cinemalaya". Rogue Media Inc.
- ^ "'Respeto' bags Cinemalaya 2017 Best Film award". CNN Philippines. Archived from the original on August 24, 2019. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Concepcion, Pocholo (August 14, 2017). "'Respeto' bags 6 Cinemalaya awards". Retrieved August 14, 2017.
External links
- Official website
- Respeto at IMDb
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