Cain and Abel (1982)
Two brothers, both consumed by ANGER.
A modern-day version of the biblical legend of Cain and Abel, the strong-willed matriarch Señora Pina favors her younger son, Ellis, over the older Lorenzo, whom she blames for her husband's death.
Director: Lino Brocka
Genre: Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller
Runtime: 111 min
Release Date: October 7, 1982
Cast
- Christopher de Leon - Ellis
- Phillip Salvador - Lorenz
- Carmi Martin - Cita
- Cecille Castillo - Rina
- Baby Delgado - Becky
- Mona Lisa - Señora Pina
- Ruel Vernal - Jumbo
- Michael Sandico - Robert
- Venchito Galvez - Pilo
- Tonio Guiterrez - Robert's Goons
Screenplay
- Ricardo Lee (Story)
- Ricardo Lee (Screenplay)
Music: Max Jocson
Cinematography: Conrado Baltazar
Editing: Efren Jarlego
Production: Cine Suerte
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: tl
Themes
Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Heavy Consequences of Friendship Betrayal, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Uncontrollable Anger and Destruction, Spirit of Vengeance and Unrelenting Anger
Keywords
threat of death, revenge, last will and testament, violent death, two brothers, enemy brothers
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Cain and Abel about?
- A modern-day version of the biblical legend of Cain and Abel, the strong-willed matriarch Señora Pina favors her younger son, Ellis, over the older Lorenzo, whom she blames for her husband's death.
- Who directed Cain and Abel?
- Cain and Abel was directed by Lino Brocka.
- Who stars in Cain and Abel?
- Cain and Abel stars Christopher de Leon, Phillip Salvador, Carmi Martin, Cecille Castillo, Baby Delgado, Mona Lisa.
- How long is Cain and Abel?
- Cain and Abel has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).
- What genre is Cain and Abel?
- Cain and Abel is a Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller film.
- Where was Cain and Abel produced?
- Cain and Abel was produced in Philippines.
- What are the themes of Cain and Abel?
- The themes of Cain and Abel include: Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Heavy Consequences of Friendship Betrayal, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Uncontrollable Anger and Destruction, Spirit of Vengeance and Unrelenting Anger.