Pepot Artista (2005)
It's not wrong to dream...
A story about a ten-year-old boy whose dream is to become a movie star. Pepot, the dreamer, is surrounded by people who are equally dazzled by the movie world from his own mother to the principal in his school to the impersonators in the neighborhood carnival. Coming from a poor family, Pepot overcomes adversity to have a chance at fulfilling his dream. He tackles school bullies, a strict teacher, and an unwelcoming world that fail to comprehend his intense desire to become a star. The story happens in the '70s when superstars brightened the film world in Pepot's country.
Director: Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: July 13, 2005
Cast
- Elijah Castillo - Pepot
- Rio Locsin - Ina
- Cris Villanueva - Ama
- Epy Quizon - Tirso
- Bituin Escalante - Nora
- Joy Soler-de Castro - Madam Hulasky
- Nonie Buencamino - Narrator
- Shiela Mae Junsay - Gandi
- Cedrick Lamberte - Denggoy
- Jian Pascual - Juancho
Screenplay
Music: Lorrie Ilustre
Cinematography: Herky Del Mundo
Editing: Daniel Adapon
Production: Cinemalaya Foundation, Buruka Films
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: tl
More Films by Director: Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Pepot Artista about?
- A story about a ten-year-old boy whose dream is to become a movie star. Pepot, the dreamer, is surrounded by people who are equally dazzled by the movie world from his own mother to the principal in his school to the impersonators in the neighborhood carnival. Coming from a poor family, Pepot overcomes adversity to have a chance at fulfilling his dream. He tackles school bullies, a strict teacher, and an unwelcoming world that fail to comprehend his intense desire to become a star. The story happens in the '70s when superstars brightened the film world in Pepot's country.
- Who directed Pepot Artista?
- Pepot Artista was directed by Clodualdo del Mundo Jr..
- Who stars in Pepot Artista?
- Pepot Artista stars Elijah Castillo, Rio Locsin, Cris Villanueva, Epy Quizon, Bituin Escalante, Joy Soler-de Castro.
- How long is Pepot Artista?
- Pepot Artista has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is Pepot Artista?
- Pepot Artista is a Drama film.
- Where was Pepot Artista produced?
- Pepot Artista was produced in Philippines.