Tsardyer (2010)
Loosely based on the kidnapping of a broadcast journalist and her crew, the film shows a 10-year-old Tausug boy used by the Abu Sayyaf group to "charge" the cellphones they use in negotiating for their demands for the release of their captives. Things take a strange turn when the journalist befriends Shihab and earns his trust as Shihab finds himself torn between his loyalty to his Tausug brothers and the bond he has forged with his newfound friend.
Director: Sigfreid Barros-Sanchez
Genre: Action, Drama, War
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: November 12, 2010
Cast
- Martin de los Santos - Shihab
- Neil Ryan Sese - Ahmad
- Dimples Romana - Leslie
- Bombi Plata - Chad
- Mon Confiado - Buboy
- Pipo Alfad - Karim
- Raul Morit - Omar
- Shamaine Buencamino - Karla
- Dido De La Paz - Gen. Marquez
- Frank Corona - Col. Guerrero
Screenplay
- Sigfried Sanchez (Screenplay)
- Sigfreid Barros-Sanchez (Screenplay)
Production: Cinema One Originals, Creative Programs
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: tl
Keywords
philippines
More Films by Director: Sigfreid Barros-Sanchez
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tsardyer about?
- Loosely based on the kidnapping of a broadcast journalist and her crew, the film shows a 10-year-old Tausug boy used by the Abu Sayyaf group to "charge" the cellphones they use in negotiating for their demands for the release of their captives. Things take a strange turn when the journalist befriends Shihab and earns his trust as Shihab finds himself torn between his loyalty to his Tausug brothers and the bond he has forged with his newfound friend.
- Who directed Tsardyer?
- Tsardyer was directed by Sigfreid Barros-Sanchez.
- Who stars in Tsardyer?
- Tsardyer stars Martin de los Santos, Neil Ryan Sese, Dimples Romana, Bombi Plata, Mon Confiado, Pipo Alfad.
- How long is Tsardyer?
- Tsardyer has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is Tsardyer?
- Tsardyer is a Action, Drama, War film.
- Where was Tsardyer produced?
- Tsardyer was produced in Philippines.