| Condemned | |
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 Official movie poster | |
| Directed by | Mario O'Hara |
| Written by |
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| Produced by | Nora Aunor |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Johnny Araojo |
| Edited by | Efren Jarlego |
| Music by | William Yusi |
Production companies |
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| Distributed by | APG Films |
Release date | October 19, 1984 |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Condemned, a 1984 Filipino film, depicts the cruelty of big-city life, with a focus on Manila. The plot centers on the corruption of society and abuses of power. The film was directed by Mario O'Hara, and the screenplay was written by Jose Javier Reyes and Frank Rivera. The film received an "A" review from the Film Ratings Board.
Plot
Yolly (Nora Aunor), a flower vendor, her brother Efren (Dan Alvaro), a driver and hired gun for a ruthless gangster, and Connie (Gloria Romero) live a bleak existence in the underbelly of the fashionable tourist district of Manila. Escaping from a violent past, the siblings' world collides with Connie's gang.
Cast
- Nora Aunor as Yolly
- Dan Alvaro as Efren
- Gloria Romero as Connie
- Gina Alajar as Mayette
- Rio Locsin as Lorraine
- Ricky Davao as Joey
- Sonny Parsons as Elmo
- Leni Santos as Nona
- Connie Angeles as Cita
- Toby Alejar as Dennis
- Alicia Alonzo as Yolly's Mother
- Romnick Sarmenta as Young Efren
Critical reception
- "Condemned is a rich brew of sudden violence, baroque cruelty, and sardonic dark humor."[2] - Noel Vera, film critic
References
- ↑ "REVIEW: Condemned". Retrieved May 5, 2013.
- ↑ "Three faces of Nora". Retrieved May 5, 2013.
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