Topic: movies

Why Danny Zialcita was one of PH cinema’s true bad boys, and how his actors loved him

Why Danny Zialcita was one of PH cinema’s true bad boys, and how his actors loved him

Isidra Reyes
Updated as of Nov 13 06:22 PM

On the occasion of a long overdue tribute happening this Thursday at Archivo 1984 gallery, Isidra Reyes recalls the life, loves and last days of one of Philippine cinema’s few blockbuster directors: Danny Zialcita. He was famous for his glamorous films full of beautiful women, philandering men, and the witty, often funny, dagger-sharp dialogue that come between them.   Read more »

He has done movies with FPJ, Dolphy & two National Artists, but you don’t know his name

He has done movies with FPJ, Dolphy & two National Artists, but you don’t know his name

Isidra Reyes
Updated as of Oct 29 11:21 AM

In our continuing series of stories on Philippine cinema, in celebration of its 100th year, we put the spotlight on this unheralded art director/production designer whose mementos were only recently discovered. Vicente Bonus’ career began in the pre-war era, survived the big studio closures, and even pulled off a classic from the Second Golden Age. So why don’t you know him? Read more »

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