Muslim .357
| Muslim .357 | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Ronwaldo Reyes |
| Screenplay by | Fred Navarro |
| Story by | Alfred M. Sunga |
| Produced by | Atty. Espiridion D. Laxa |
| Starring | Fernando Poe Jr. |
| Cinematography | Ver P. Reyes |
| Edited by | Augusto Salvador |
| Music by | Ernani Cuenco |
Production companies | EDL Productions EG Productions FPJ Productions |
Release date |
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Running time | 107 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Muslim .357 (or Magnum Muslim .357) is a 1986 Philippine action film directed by and starring Fernando Poe Jr. as an undercover officer of the Philippine Constabulary.[1] The film was both a box-office and critical success, earning nominations from various award giving bodies in the Philippines, twice winning the Best Actor award for Poe's performance.[2] This, along with Poe's earlier portrayal of a Muslim hero in Zamboanga (1966), endeared Poe even more to Muslim audiences who are known to be passionate about the outcome of Poe's movies story-wise.[3][4][5]
Premise[edit]
When his superior sends him to Manila to unmask a powerful syndicate, 1st Lt. Jamal Razul (Fernando Poe Jr.), an undercover cop, takes a job posing as the bodyguard of an influential police major. But when the syndicate's cronies uncover his motives, Jamal finds himself running for his life. Meanwhile, his Muslim faith has him doing everything in his power to avenge the deaths of two innocent teenagers who helped him conceal his true identity.[6]
Cast[edit]
- Fernando Poe Jr. as 1st Lt. Jamal Razul
- Eddie Garcia as Capt. Rios
- Vivian Foz as Dess
- Paquito Diaz as Frankie
- Eddie Arenas as Sgt. Alex Suarez
- Max Alvarado as Imo
- Romy Diaz
- Vic Diaz
- Ruel Vernal as Bert
- Jimmy Fabregas as Jimmy
- Augusto Victa
- Ernie Zarate
- Nick Lizaso
- Vic Varrion
- Rey Tomenes
- Renato del Prado
- Fernando Fernandez
- Col. Juan Medalla (Ret.)
- Lt. Col. Luis T. Castro as himself
- Rey Langit as Sgt. Bulusan
- Christopher Paloma as Kikoy
- Michael Roberts as Buknoy
- Elvie Escaro
- Vickay Torres
- Rene Hawkins as Carding
- Nonoy De Guzman
- Belo Borja
- Jess Vargas
- Edward Torres
- Eddie Tuazon as Edwin
- Mel Arca
- Jimmy Reyes
- Ernie David
- Bert Garon
- Joe Estrada
- Buddy Dator
- Eddie Samonte
- Rey Valenzuela
- Boy Sta. Maria
- Renato Tanchingco
- Efren Belardo
- Telly Babasa
- Emy Gutierrez
- Eric Navarro
- Mario Cavero
- Pilo Puruganan
- Lito Francisco
- Boy Mediavillo
- Bebot Davao
- Jun Montano
- Omay Rivera
- George Wendth
- Thunder Stuntmen
Remake[edit]
The film was remade in 2014 under the title Muslim Magnum .357: To Serve and Protect with E.R. Ejercito in the title role and Francis "Jun" Posadas as the director.[7] The remake was an official entry into the 2014 Metro Manila Film Festival and was dedicated to the memory of Fernando Poe Jr. which coincides with Poe's 10th death anniversary.[8]
Accolades[edit]
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | ||||
| FAMAS Awards[9] | ||||
| Best Actor | Fernando Poe Jr. | Won | ||
| Best Picture | Magnum Muslim .357 | Nominated | ||
| Best Director | Ronwaldo Reyes | Nominated | ||
| Best Supporting Actor | Paquito Diaz | Nominated | ||
| Luna Awards[10] | Best Actor | Fernando Poe Jr. | Won |
References[edit]
- ^ Mortel, Tony S. (July 18, 1986). "THEY DON'T WANT FPJ TO DIE IN HIS FILMS". Philippines Daily Express. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
- ^ Bardinas, Mary Ann (November 13, 2018). "Mga pelikula ni FPJ na yumanig sa takilya". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
- ^ Ramos, NR (June 26, 2017). "Behind the burqa". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
- ^ "Legend: FPJ Must Live!". PEP. May 23, 2008. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
- ^ De Veyra, Lourd (June 15, 2017). "This Generation Will Never Understand the Impact of FPJ". Esquire Philippines. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
- ^ "MAGNUM .357". Rotten Tomatoes. January 17, 2006. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
- ^ Orosa, Rosalinda L. (December 19, 2014). "MMFF 2014: ER pays tribute to FPJ in 'Muslim Magnum .357'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
- ^ Fernando, Jeff (December 27, 2014). "Er Ejercito pays tribute to his ninong FPJ with 'Magnum Muslim 357' Movie". Star Studio. ABS-CBN Publishing. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
- ^ "FAMAS Awards (1987)". IMDb. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
- ^ "FAP Awards (1987)". IMDb. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
