Respeto
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| English | Respect |
| Directed by | Treb Monteras |
| Written by |
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| Produced by | Monster Jimenez[1] |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Ike Avellana[1] |
| Edited by | Lawrence S. Ang[1] |
| Music by | Jay Durias[1] |
Release date |
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Running time | 80 minutes[1] |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Respeto (Respect) is a 2017 Philippine drama independent film starring Filipino hip hop artist Abra, and directed by Alberto "Treb" Monteras II.[2][1] It was co-written by Monteras and screenwriter Njel de Mesa, who drew inspiration from the works of veteran poets such as Vim Nadera and National Artists Bienvenido Lumbera and Virgilio Almario.[3]
The final film features a guest cameo appearance by poet Vim Nadera. Aside from Abra and de la Paz, the film co-stars Chai Fonacier, Ybes Bagadiong, Brian Arda, Thea Yrastorza, Kate Alejandrino, Nor Domingo and Filipino rapper Loonie.[4]
Plot
Hendrix is a poor aspiring rapper who wants to make a name for himself in the underground rap battle scene and gain respect in the community. After attempting to rob a second-hand bookstore in the neighborhood, he is discovered by the owner, Doc, an old poet with a haunted past as a dissident.[5]
Cast
- Abra as Hendrix
- Dido de la Paz as Fortunato "Doc" Reyes
- Loonie as Breezy G
- Chai Fonacier as Betchai
- Ybes Bagadiong as Payaso
- Brian Arda as Mando
- Thea Yrastorza as Connie
- Kate Alejandrino as Candy
- Nor Domingo as Fuentes
Reception
It has received critical acclaim for its powerful use of the Filipino poetry in the form of Pinoy hip hop rap battles and Balagtasan poetry,[6][7] the performance of veteran theater actor Dido de la Paz,[8] and what film critic Philbert Dy calls its "rather powerful examination of a generational relationship with government-backed violence."[8]
Awards and nominations
The film won the awards for best feature-length film, Best Supporting Actor (Dido de la Paz), Best Editing, Best Cinematography, and Best Sound at the 2017 Cinemalaya Film Festival.[9][10]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e f g "Info-Sheet: RESPETO (RESPECT)" (PDF). culturalcenter.gov.ph. Cultural Center of the Philippines. 2017.
- ^ Cruz, Oggs (August 9, 2017). "Movie Reviews: All 9 films at the 2017 Cinemalaya Film Festival". Rappler. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Liao, Archie (August 10, 2017). "Multi-Palanca award winner Njel de Mesa talks about his immersion in 'Respeto' – PSR.ph". PSR.ph. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Mayo, Stephanie (August 12, 2017). "CINEMALAYA REVIEW – 'Respeto': prose and pain". Concept News Central. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Cabana, Ysh (February 22, 2019). "Fim Review: Respeto (2017): A Mash-up of Rhymes and Resistance". The Philippine Reporter. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
- ^ Concepcion, Pocholo (August 6, 2017). "Rap star Abra, Pinoy hip-hop culture, Jay Durias' music score in Cinemalaya film". Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Quintos, Patrick. "Rebyu: Respeto para sa 'Respeto'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ a b Dy, Philbert (August 10, 2017). "The Best and Worst of This Year's Cinemalaya". Rogue Media Inc.
- ^ "'Respeto' bags Cinemalaya 2017 Best Film award". CNN Philippines. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- ^ Concepcion, Pocholo (August 14, 2017). "'Respeto' bags 6 Cinemalaya awards". Retrieved August 14, 2017.
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