Saranggola (1999)
Though widowed ex-cop Homer is a kindly father to his ten-year old son Rex, he is considered to be something of a bully in the poor Manila neighborhood that he lives. After mistaking a child retrieving a snarled kite for a burglar, Homer kills the boy and then hurriedly tries to cover up his error. Unbeknownst to his dad, Rex witnessed the event, too. As the two separately wrestle with their consciences, the neighbors find out and chaos soon ensues.
Director: Gil Portes
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date: June 23, 1999
Cast
- Ricky Davao - Homer
- Lester Llansang - Rex
- Jennifer Sevilla - Anita
- Roy Alvarez
- Sining Blanco
- Mark Gil
Screenplay
- Jose Dalisay, Jr. (Screenplay)
- Jun Lana (Screenplay)
- Gil Portes (Screenplay)
Production: Teamwork Productions, GMA Pictures
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: en
Keywords
philippines
More Films by Director: Gil Portes
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Saranggola about?
- Though widowed ex-cop Homer is a kindly father to his ten-year old son Rex, he is considered to be something of a bully in the poor Manila neighborhood that he lives. After mistaking a child retrieving a snarled kite for a burglar, Homer kills the boy and then hurriedly tries to cover up his error. Unbeknownst to his dad, Rex witnessed the event, too. As the two separately wrestle with their consciences, the neighbors find out and chaos soon ensues.
- Who directed Saranggola?
- Saranggola was directed by Gil Portes.
- Who stars in Saranggola?
- Saranggola stars Ricky Davao, Lester Llansang, Jennifer Sevilla, Roy Alvarez, Sining Blanco, Mark Gil.
- How long is Saranggola?
- Saranggola has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- What genre is Saranggola?
- Saranggola is a Drama film.
- Where was Saranggola produced?
- Saranggola was produced in Philippines.