Trivia:
From the late ‘40s to the ‘60s, did you know some American films shot in the Philippines uplifted the local movie industry? The vehicles not only brazenly magnified the stunning countryside of the country but also the hidden talents of Filipino actors comparable to world level of acting.
To begin with, top Hollywood star then Tyrone Power went to the Philippines to shoot in its entirety An American Guerilla in the Philippines, a blockbuster worldwide. Local actresses Rosa del Rosario and Erlinda Cortes who were in the cast gained recognition for their splendid performances which ushered them to be featured in international flicks.
Brought by its box office success, other U.S. movie producers followed suit. These were The Hook which bannered Kirk Douglas and Pancho Magalona who shone in the pic as versatile actor which elevated his star stature, locally and abroad. Eventually, Pancho was acknowledged not only a box office star but award winning actor as well.
What came next was the Fil-American war epic Day of the Trumpet, a John Agar starrer, that handed major roles to Alicia Vergel and Cielito Legaspi. Alicia was better known as Action Queen which she displayed in the said opus. Cielito later married film director Pablo Santiago and sired today’s actors Rowell, Randy and Raymart Santiago. Alicia and husband-actor Cesar Ramirez sired the late action star Ace Vergel and actress turned award winning director Beverly Vergel who’s based in Canada.
Subsequently, the late Movie King Fernando Poe Jr. was chosen to co-star with Hollywood action star John Saxon in the war movie The Walls of Hell. All the more FPJ documented his forte in rough and tumble genre, with no less than John’s vocal admiration for his skills.
Noteworthy to mention too was American actor Jeffrey Hunter, better known as Jesus Christ in the biblical King of Kings flick. He topbilled No Man’s an Island, a famous novel’s screen version shot in the Philippines. Pinay actress Barbara Perez who was dubbed Aubrey Hepburn of the Philippines got the female lead role that heightened her popularity and penchant for serious roles.
Same opportunity beckoned singer-actress Olivia Cenizal who enacted the major assignment in Man on the Run. It topbilled noted broadway actor Burgess Meredith. Later, Burgess intimated in an interview that the Philippines was his lucky charm. He was besieged with major roles in Hollywood movies after the said pic was shown
LVN.Pictures new actress Luz Valdez hugged the spotlight on the chance to be included in the cast of U.S. adventure pic Merrill’s Marauders with the jungles in Mindanao as setting. Well acclaimed Hollywood actor Jeff Chandler starred that became a milestone for Luz to reach stardom in Chinita.
Both American stars Katherine Ross and Burt Reynolds were tyros when the duo filmed projects in the Philippines. The duo voiced out that just like Burgess the Philippines brought them luck also for solo leads tapped them upon their return to U.S.
From the ‘70s to ‘90s, more American movies opted the Philippines the background in the filming. This had uplifted the local movie industry to the hilt.
Jodi Sta. Maria Comments on Jolo-Rhian Issue
The team up of Jolo Revilla and Rhian in Tres which he produced under Imus outfit spearheaded the talks the two are now lovers. How does Jolo’s ex girlfriend Jodi Sta. Maria react to the said rumor? A colleague relayed what Jodi told her. “There’s nothing wrong to move on after a break up. Wish him luck.”
However, at the special screening of Tres, Rhian appeared hardnosed to set the record straight. She clarified to the scribes. “I’ve no time for love, especially I just broke of with my non-showbiz boyfriend for three years. I concentrate on my studies, my main priority of late.”
By this time, Rhian would have enplaned to United States to pursue a course related to the movie industry.
Actor-Model Erick Zonio’s New Breaks
Fil-Canadian actor-model Eric Zonio faces a wider dimension with the new breaks along his way. A ramp and ad model, he’s recently given a chance to be among participants of international fashion shows. Added to this, after being nominated for best actor at the international film fests for his movie debut Living Instead, another assignment tapped him.
This time, Erick enacts a major part in a comedy BROmance. Pinoys and Canadians co-workers lauded him as excellent in serious or rib-tickling roles, a remarkable talent indeed. In a chat with Erick, he has flabbergasted how his family and director-mentor Beverly Vergel assiduously push him up to reach higher goals.
Tight-lipped about his love life, Erick nurtures a breakthrough too in Philippine movie industry in due time, if an opportunity prevails.
Unknown Fact on Liza and Janine
Did you know the unknown fact about Liza Soberano and Janine Gutierrez? Albeit the two belong to rival TV networks and not chums, for years their mutual admiration for each other exists. Just recently, in her Twitter accounts, Liza replied to a netizen who asked the celebrity she yearns to work with.
“I’m opened to work with anyone. But one person I’m obsessed with is Janine Gutierrez.” An overwhelmed Janine reacted upon reading it. “The feeling is mutual. Since way back I’ve cherished to do a project with Liza.”
Regine Congratulates GMA-7
Despite the fact Regine Velasquez left GMA-7 for ABS-CBN, she congratulated the former. That was in the report of AGB-Nielsen survey company that Kapuso network’s Sunday Pinasaya beat ASAP program under Kapamliya station. Regine wrote it through the media account of direk Louie Ignacio, with the words also she misses Kapuso chums.
Added to this, Regine defended GMA-7 management from bashers who threw inimical accusations, saying she was given full blessings and understood her move. No ill feelings transpired whatsoever.
Blind Item:
A not so young actor lost his dander on critics who claimed he used his strong connection with the present administration. Thus, he’s not included in the list involved in a car accident outside Metro Manila. Allegedly, he was the primary suspect but was cleared in the investigation.
The actor inveighed that he was in a meeting that time in Manila and have evidence to prove it. “I just wonder who’s behind this act to ruin my reputation.” He was quoted to say.
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