Movies That Mark 30th Year in May 2025

At least seven Filipino movies were released in theaters in May 1995. At present, some of these movies can be viewed on YouTube, while others are occasionally aired on free television.

Epifanio ang Bilas Ko: NB-EYE
Walang Inuurungan … Ang Batas
Kirot II
I Love You, Sabado!!!
Dodong Scarface: Octopus Gang
Bangers
Rollerboys
Hanggang sa Huling Bala

Details of each mentioned title follow.

Epifanio ang Bilas Ko: NB-EYE (Tagalog: Epifanio my Sister-in-Law's Husband)

Original Release Date: May 04, 1995

Production Companies: Viva Films and Merdeka Films

MAIN CAST

Leo Martinez ... Epifanio

Dennis Padilla ... Panfilo

Jean Garcia ... Emma

Jackie Aquino ... Lily

SELECTED CREW

Direction and Story ... Jett C. Espiritu

Screenplay ... Henry P. Nadong

Cinematography ... Arnold Alvaro

Production Design ... Apo Manansala

Editing ... Eber Ramos and Edgardo 'Boy' Vinarao

Musical Direction ... Tony Cortez

Executive Producers ... Vic Del Rosario Jr. and Edmer Lim

NOTE:

*** Parody of Epimaco Velasco: NBI: The True Story, which was released in November 1994.

*** The lead characters were apparently named after Epimaco Velasco and Panfilo Lacson. Velasco served as the director of the National Bureau of Investigation from 1992 to 1995. At around the same period,  Lacson served as Chief of Task Force Habagat at the Presidential Anti-Crime Commission. 

Walang Inuurungan … Ang Batas (Tagalog: Retreats from No One ... The Law)

Original Release Date: May 04, 1995

Production Company: Movie City Corporation

MAIN CAST

Ronnie Ricketts ...    [information to be provided upon availability]

Cynthia Khan     ... [information to be provided upon availability]

Alu Gonzalez    ... [information to be provided upon availability]

Gabriel Romulo    ...    [information to be provided upon availability]

Kim Penn    ...    [information to be provided upon availability]

Gin Lau    ...    [information to be provided upon availability]

Jun King Austria    ...    [information to be provided upon availability]

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Ridley Tsui and Johnny Wood

Story and Screenplay ... Tat-Choi Lee and Chi-Ming Leung

Cinematography ... Max de la Peña

Executive Producers ... Luis Sy

NOTES:

*** Known international markets as Ultimate Revenge.

*** According to IMDB, this movie is edited from Hong Kong Eva.

Kirot II (Tagalog: Pain II)

Original Release Date: May 11, 1995

Production Company: Seiko Films

MAIN CAST

Rosanna Roces ... Olga

Gardo Versoza ... Dino

Jovit Moya ... Raul

Gina Pareño ...

Jeffrey Santos ...

Rizza ...

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Rico Mambo

Story and Screenplay  ... Humilde 'Meek' Roxas and Salvador Royales

Cinematography ... Felizardo Bailen

Production Design ... Raymond Bajarias

Editing ... Ferren Salumbides

Musical Direction ...    Bienvenido 'Benny' Medina

Executive Producer     ...    Robbie Tan

NOTE:

*** A movie titled Kirot (Tagalog: Pain), starring Stella Strada, was produced and released by Seiko Films in 1983.

I Love You ... Sabado (Tagalog: I Love You, Saturday)

Original Release Date: May 11, 1995

Production Company: Viva Films

MAIN CAST

Janno Gibbs ... Juan de la Cruz

Mikee Cojuangco ... Angelique

Geneva Cruz ... Jenny (Juan's Band Member)

Rachel Alejandro    ...    Brenda

Arnel Ignacio ... Maxie (Juan's Band Member)

Raffy Rodriguez ... Juan's Band Member

Paco Arespacochaga ... Aries (Juan's Band Member)

Ronaldo Valdez ... Juan's Father

SELECTED CREW

Direction  ... J. Erastheo Navoa

Story and Screenplay  ... Dante Salamante and J. Erastheo Navoa

Cinematography ... Ben Lobo

Editing ... Totoy Jarlego

Musical Direction ...    Dennis Garcia

Executive Producer     ...    Vic Del Rosario Jr.

NOTES:

*** Inspired by the "I Love You, Sabado" jingle in a series of TV ads of fast food chain Jolibee. The ads depict children's anticipation for Saturday, when their parents will take them to Jolibee. Furthermore, the chain's mascot makes an appearance in the movie. 

*** I Love You Sabado is the first known movie collaboration between real-life father and son Ronaldo Valdez and Janno Gibbs. The movie is also released by Viva Films through the family-oriented subsidiary Viva Family Entertainment.

*** Janno Gibbs plays the role of Juan de la Cruz lead vocalist of a fictional rock band called 1's N'4 All. In a mall scene, Juan magically swims through the air as he sings, "Gusto kong mag-swimming sa balong malalim." (Tagalog: "I want to swim in the deep well). This is a nod to the song "Balong Malalim" by the real-life Juan de la Cruz band.

*** Arnel Ignacio plays the role of rock singer Hep Hibang in Bangers, a movie that would be released two weeks later. (Further details can be read in another entry in this post).

Dodong Scarface: Octopus Gang

Original Release Date: May 24, 1995

Production Company: Seiko Films

MAIN CAST

Jestoni Alarcon ... Diosdado Barrion / Dodong Scarface

Rosanna Roces ... Elma

Dennis Roldan ... Mr. Cuevas

George Estregan ... Fred

Glydel Mercado ... Lisa

Isko Moreno ... Eddie

SELECTED CREW

Direction and Editing ... Pepe Marcos

Story ... Diosdado Barrio

Screenplay ... Genaro 'Nerdie' Cruz

Cinematography ... Joe Tutanes

Production Design ... [information to be provided upon availability]

Musical Direction ... Nonong Buencamino

Executive Producers ... Robbie Tan

NOTES:

*** In the Visayas, "Dodong" is a term of endearment that means "young man" or "boy". "Dodong" is used as a familiar way to address a young man.

*** Tagline: "True-to-life story ni Diosdado Barrion, leader ng Octopus Gang of Cebu City. Naging kilabot sila sa Kabisayaan!"

(Tagalog: True-to-life story of Diosdado Barrion, leader of Octopus Gang in Cebu City. They terrorized the Visayas Region!)

Bangers

Original Release Date: May 24, 1995

Production Company: Viva Films

MAIN CAST

Andrew E. ... Hap Hibang

Joey De Leon ... Hep Hibang

Arnel Ignacio ... Hip Hibang

Chiquito ... Hop Hibang

Ana Roces ... Dorie

Michael De Mesa ... Richard

Dindi Gallardo ... Sharon

Melissa Gibbs ... Friend of Dorie

Dale Villar ... Waiter in Club

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Ben Feleo

Story and Screenplay  ... Ben Feleo, Dan Salamante, and Reynaldo Castro

Cinematography ... Erning Dela Paz

Production Design ... Danny Cristobas

Editing ... Renato 'Ningning' De Leon

Musical Direction ... [information to be provided upon availability]

Executive Producers ... Vic Del Rosario Jr.

NOTES:

*** The original title of the film was Hibangers. In the poster above, the letters H and I were blanked out. At the time of the film's release, the TV variety program 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (Tagalog: They Are Now All On All Week) already had a segment of the same title. Viva Films used the title Bangers instead.

*** First known movie collaboration between Andrew E. and Joey de Leon.

RollerBoys

Original Release Date: May 31, 1995

Production Company: Regal Films

MAIN CAST

Tirso Cruz III ... Moy

Gloria Romero ... Lola Martha

Edgar Mortiz ... Pepito

Eric Fructuoso ... Busty Morales

Giselle "G" Toengi ... Michelle

Jonathan Buencamino ... William

Patrick Garcia ... Christian

CJ Ramos ... Sputnik

T.J. Cruz ... Joey

John Prats ... Zach

Christopher Peralta ... Beloy

SELECTED CREW

Direction and Story  ... Jose Javier Reyes

Cinematography ... Marissa Floirendo

Production Design ... Edel Templonuevo

Editing ... George Jarlego

Musical Direction ... Jaime Fabregas

Executive Producer ... Lily Monteverde

NOTE:

*** The movie was released at the height of the roller blading craze in the Philippines.

*** Jonathan Buencamino is a co-founder and lead vocalist of pop rock band INTRoVOYS.

Hanggang sa Huling Bala (Tagalog: Down to the Last Bullet)

Original Release Date: May 31, 1995

Production Company: Megavision Films

MAIN CAST

Lito Lapid ... David

Plinky Recto ... Carmen

Dennis Roldan ... Richard

Dante Rivero ... Mr. Moto

Jess Lapid Jr. ... Richard's Henchman

Sharmaine Suarez ... Roxanne

CJ Ramos ... Butchoy

Dick Israel ... Dado

Rez Cortez ... Lt. Rodrigo

Perla Bautista ... Kapitana

Zandro Zamora ... Turo

SELECTED CREW

Direction, Story, and Screenplay ... Jose N. Carreon

Cinematography ... Rey Lapid

Production Design ... Boy Tablizo

Editing ... Pepe Marcos

Musical Direction ... Nonong Buencamino

Executive Producers ... William Lao

NOTES:

*** The movie was released a few weeks after Lito Lapid was elected as provincial governor of Pampanga.

*** A similarly titled movie starring Tony Ferrer was released in 1984.

*** Tagline: Alone and down to his last bullet. Can this man survive the final battle?"

Pilita Corrales, 87

When I was a child I developed a habit of browsing the dictionary. One day, I learned the definition of the world glamorous: "attractive or appealing in an exotic or exciting manner." A few days later, I overheard a program on television (not sure if it was Ang Bagong Kampeon) and someone said described Pilita Corrales as someone glamorous. Since then I associated that word with Pilita Corrales. She proved to be the embodiment of this adjective for many generations.

Pilar Garrido Corrales, better known as the singer Pilita Corrales, passed away on April 12, 2025, at the age of 85. Popularly referred to as the "Asia's Queen of Songs," Corrales was also known for her signature backbending pose whenever she performed. Throughout a career spanning almost seven decades, Corrales recorded at least 130 albums. She also successfully ventured into the world of movies and television. 

Photo Credit: Billboard Philippines

Pilita Corrales was born on August 22, 1937 in Lahug, Cebu City to Jose Corrales and Maria Garrido. After completing her education at the Colegio de la Inmaculada Concepcion in Cebu City, Corrales went to Spain to attend the finishing school Colegio Mayor de Padre Poveda.

Her next destination was Australia, the country where Pilita started her showbiz career. In 1959 - through the song "Come Closer to Me" - Pilita Corrales became one of the first female artists to reach the top of the pop charts Down Under.

In 1963, Pilita Corrales returned to the Philippines to pursue a career in the local music industry. From 1965 through 1972, she hosted the pre-martial law ABS-CBN television musical-variety program An Evening with Pilita. Her cover of the theme song of the said program, "A Million Thanks to You," is the first Philippine recording to sell a million copies.

The said program was had a crucial role in reinforcing the link between Pilita Corrales and the song "Kapantay ay Langit" (Tagalog: "Equal to Heaven"). When George Canseco guested in the composers' portion of the program, he brought with him the song "You're All I Love." He later wrote the Filipino lyrics, which became "Kapantay ay Langit." Another artist had initially recorded the song, but did not achieve commercial success. When Pilita Corrales revived the song, "Kapantay ng Langit" became a classic.

Through a personal invitation from Sammy Davis Jr., Pilita Corrales became the very first Filipino to sing on the main stage of the Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. She was also among the local artists who performed as the front act for The Beatles’ Manila concert in 1966.

Pilita Corrales earned the moniker 'Asia's Queen of Songs' following her series of victories in numerous international music contests, starting with the 1972 Tokyo Music Festival. In this festival, Pilita Corrales performed Canseco's "My Daughter." 

From 1982 to 1988, Pilita Corrales co-hosted the TV competition show Ang Bagong Kampeon (Tagalog: The New Champion) with Bert Marcelo. The program launched the careers of several successful singers. Other hosting engagements in the Philippines and abroad sought the Corrales-Marcelo partnership. They even co-starred in a 1985 film titled Isang Platitong Mani (Tagalog: A Saucerful of Peanuts)

Pilita Corrales' signature backbending pose (better known as liyad) is a method she used to facilitate the vocal delivery of high notes. By leaning back, she easily accessed and maintained the vocal range needed for certain songs. This pose was emulated by numerous other singers and parodied by scores of comedians, establishing its status in Filipino pop culture.

Her two children, Jackielou Blanco and Ramon Christopher, are well-known celebrities in the Philippine entertainment industry. Jackielou is her daughter with Spanish businessman Gonzalo Blanco. Ramon Christopher is her son with actor Eddie Gutierrez.

Janine Gutierrez, the daughter of Ramon Christopher and Lotot De Leon, has also established her name in the industry as an actress and vlogger.

In the early 1990s, Pilita starred with Eddie, Ramon Christopher, Lotlot and a very young Janine in the TV sitcom Mag-Asawa'y Di Biro (Tagalog: Marriage Is No Joke). Pilita was also co-producer of this program.

At around the same time, Pilita Corrales co-hosted the variety program Awitawanan with the Reycard Duet. The duo was also an opening act in the aforementioned 1966 concert by the Beatles.

In the first two decades of the 21st century, Pilita acted in the following TV programs: 

Lagot Ka, Isusumbong Kita

Show Me Da Manny

Full House

My Driver Sweet Lover

Toda Max

Vampire ang Daddy Ko

She was a judge in the following talent competition programs:

Philippine Idol

The X Factor Philippines

Tawag ng Tanghalan segment of It's Showtime

The following movies marked Pilita's final four screen appearances:

Bride for Rent

Basement

My Illegal Wife 

Enteng Kabisote 10 and the Abangers

As of February 2025, a film documentary about the life of Pilita Corrales is being produced by Janine Gutierrez under the direction of Baby Ruth Villarama.

This blog post is not enough to outline all the invaluable contributions of Pilita Corrales to Filipino culture. Generations of Filipinos touched by her music are offering their a million of thanks many times over. Their gratitude is not kapantay ng langit, but beyond heaven, or lampas-langit.

REFERENCES:

Jarque, Edu (September 9, 2012). "A Million Thanks To You, From Pilita Corrales". The Philippine Star

Salterio, Leah C. (January 16, 2021). "Behind the Music: "Kapantay ay Langit" by Pilita Corrales". ABS-CBN.com

San Juan, Ratziel (September 25, 2023). "Here's Why The Backbending Pilita Corrales Is Our Music Industry's Biggest Flex". Billboard Philippines 

Llemit, Kathleen A. (April 12, 2025). " Pilita Corrales, Asia's Queen of Songs, dies at 85". The Philippine Star

Movies That Mark 30th Year in April 2025

At least 12 Filipino movies were released in theaters in April 1995. At present, some of these movies can be viewed on YouTube, while others are occasionally aired on free television.

Hatulan: Bilibid Boys 2
Kapitan Tumba: The Capt. Jose Huevos Story
Gabriel Lorenzo: Berdugo
Baby Love
Bukas … Bibitayin si Itay
Nestor Solis: Hari ng OXO
Victim No. 1: Delia Maga (Jesus, Pray for Us) A Massacre in Singapore
Puwera Biro, Mahal Kita: D'Beachboys
Libingan ng mga Buhay: The Rodolfo Fuentes Story
Batang X
Dog Tag: Katarungan Sa Aking Kamay
Minsan May Pangarap: The Guce Family Story

Details of each mentioned title follow.

Hatulan: Bilibid Boys 2 (Tagalog: Judgment: Bilibid Boys 2)

Original Release Date: April 05, 1995

Production Company: Diamond Jade Films

MAIN CAST

Dante Rivero ... Romano Paez

Al Tantay ... Bossing

Toby Alejar ... Warlito Gozum

Ace Espinosa ... Lando

Cris Villanueva ... Basty

Raymond Bagatsing

Kier Legaspi ... Jay

Michael Rivero ... Butch

Jude Estrada

Marco Polo ... Boy Bakal

Jorge Estregan ...

SELECTED CREW

Direction, Story, and Screenplay  ... Deo J. Fajardo Jr.

Cinematography ... Amado De Guzman

Production Design ... Rogel Lopez

Editing ... Rene Tala

Musical Direction ... Jessie Lazatin

Executive Producers ... Deo J. Fajardo Jr.

NOTES:

***  Bilibid is a Tagalog word that means "jail" or "prison."

*** In 1981, Regal Films released a movie titled Bihagin: Bilibid Boys.

Kapitan Tumba: The Capt. Jose Huevos Story

Original Release Date: April 05, 1995

Production Company: Viva Films

MAIN CAST

Roi Vinzon ... Kapitan Tumba

Rita Avila ... Elma

Dindi Gallardo ... Espie

Ronaldo Valdez ... Norberto

Daniel Fernando ... Huevos' Brother

Ana Bautista ... Nurse

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Jose 'Kaka' Balagtas

Story and Screenplay ... Humilde 'Meek' Roxas

Cinematography ... Ver Dauz

Production Design ... Sonny Valencia

Editing ... Rene Tala

Musical Direction ... Nonong Buencamino

Executive Producer ... Vic Del Rosario Jr.

NOTES:

*** Based on Capt. Jose Huevos' stint as the chief of Narcotics Command in the province of Bulacan.

*** Since 2001, Daniel Fernando has been elected in Bulacan as provincial board member, vice governor and governor.

***  Tumba is a Tagalog idiomatic word that refers to the act of killing someone; literally means to knock down.

Gabriel Lorenzo: Berdugo (Tagalog: Executioner)

Original Release Date: April 05, 1995

Production Company: Metropolis Productions

MAIN CAST

Ramon Christopher ... Gabriel Lorenzo

Dante Rivero ... Alberto Aguilar

Andy Poe ... Daniel Montemayor

Juan Rodrigo ... Lt. Diego Sacramento

Philip Gamboa ... Capt. Jerry Pascual

Zandro Zamora ... Provincial Drug Lord

Renato Del Prado ... Perpecto Gozon

Shirley Fuentes ... Angelica Villaluna-Gabriel

Karen Timbol ... Maricar Reyes

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Jerry O. Tirazona

Story and Screenplay ... Marlon Angeles Jr.

Cinematography ... Eduardo 'Baby' Cabrales

Production Design ... Rolly Bernardo

Editing ... Ruben 'Tikboy' Natividad

Musical Direction ... Marita Manuel

Executive Producer ... Bobby Torres

Baby Love

Original Release Date: April 10, 1995

Production Company: Regal Films

MAIN CAST

Edu Manzano ... Benny Palanca

Anna Larrucea ... Andie Palanca

Jason Salcedo ... Ira Martinez

Bea Lopez ... April Henares

Junell Hernando ... Chugi Katigbak

Chubi Del Rosario ... Paolo Munoz

Michael Sullivan ... Raffy Abad Santos

Janus Del Prado ... Boy Chaplain

Cherry Pie Picache ... Ching Laperal

Mia Gutierrez ... Dacanay

Noel Trinidad ... Henry Laperal

Debraliz Valasote ... Crystal De Ungria

Tess Michelena ... Ms. Ceballos

SELECTED CREW

Direction, Story and Screenplay ... Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes

Cinematography ... Richard Padernal and Joe Tutanes

Production Design ... Jay Herrera

Editing ... Danny Gloria

Musical Direction ... Tony Cortez

Executive Producer ...    Lily Monteverde

NOTE:

*** First of the two movies by the directorial tandem of  Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes that was released in April 1995.

Bukas ... Bibitayin Si Itay (Tagalog: Tomorrow ... Father Will Be Executed)

Original Release Date: April 10, 1995

Production Company: Star Cinema and El Niño Films

MAIN CAST

John Regala ... Elmo Salvador

Jess Lapid Jr. ... Arthur San Agustin

Andy Poe ... Mayor San Agustin

Cherry Pie Picache ... Sylvia

Beth Tamayo ... Cathy Salvador

Sarah Jane Abad ... Gigi Salvador

SELECTED CREW

Direction and Story ... Cesar S.B. Abella

Screenplay ... Humilde 'Meek' Roxas

Cinematography ... Alfonso Alvarez

Production Design ... Lawin Ranay

Editing ... Tonny Sy

Musical Direction ... Rey Ramos

NOTE:

*** There is a scene in this movie that may remind audiences of the 1990 film Huling Lalaki sa Bitayan (Tagalog: Last Man on Death Row), also starring John Regala.

Nestor Solis: Hari ng OXO (Tagalog: King of OXO)

Original Release Date: April 15, 1995

Production Company: Taurus International

MAIN CAST

Efren Reyes Jr. ... Nestor Solis

Bernard Bonnin    ...    Matias

Julio Diaz    ...    Chief of Police

Lovely Rivero    ...    Vicky

Ina Raymundo    ...        Nene

Jorge Estregan    ...    Boy Galawgaw

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Dante Pangilinan

Story    ... Carlito M. Conge

Cinematography ... Felizardo Anastacio

Production Design ... Ver Langcauon

Editing ... Nap Montebon

Musical Direction ... Edwin Ortega

Executive Producer ... Noli E. Buenaseda

NOTE:

*** OXO is the name of an inmate gang at the New Bilibid Prison. Standing for Original Ex-convict Organization, Oxo is made up of inmates from provinces in Visayas and Mindanao. 

Victim No. 1: Delia Maga: Jesus, Pray for Us: A Massacre in Singapore

Original Release Date: April 17, 1995

Production Company: Regal Films and Golden Lions Films Productions

MAIN CAST

Gina Alajar ... Delia Maga

Joel Torre ... Conrado Maga

Val Victa ... Delia's Employer

Elizabeth Oropesa ... Flor

Celso Ad. Castillo ... Mr. Sy

Dexter Doria ... Mrs. Sy

Abby Viduya ... Rape Victim

            Mia Gutierrez ... Belen

Ronnie Lazaro ... Joe

SELECTED CREW

Direction, Story and Screenplay ... Carlo J. Caparas

Cinematography ... Rey De Leon

Production Design ... Melchor Defensor

Editing ... Abelardo 'Dho' Hulleza

Musical Direction ... Boy Alcaide

Executive Producer ... Lily Y. Monteverde, Carlo J. Caparas, and Donna Villa

NOTES:

*** Domestic worker Delia Maga was one of the victims in a murder that happened in Singapore in May 1991. The  trial of the case resulted in the execution of Flor Contemplacion, a fellow Filipina domestic worker, in March 1995. Contemplacion was also convicted of murdering Nicolas Huang, a three-year-old boy whom Maga was babysitting. 

Days before Contemplacion's execution, allegations emerged that Maga was murdered by Huang's father in a fit of rage when he discovered his son had accidentally drowned. Maga apparently was not able to see her ward having a seizure and falling into a bucket of water.

In the movie, Maga's employer is not named. Contemplacion is only referred to as 'Flor.'

Another biographical movie, this time focusing on Contemplacion, was released about two months later.

Puwera Biro, Mahal Kita: D'Beachboys (Tagalog: No Kidding, I Love You)

Original Release Date: April 17, 1995

Production Company: OctoArts Films

MAIN CAST

Ogie Alcasid ... Ogie

Michelle Van Eimeren ... Michelle

Rachel Alejandro ... Rachel

Rannie Raymundo ... Rannie

Jeanette Fernando ... Amy

Michael V. ... Bitoy

Lloyd Umali ... Lloyd

Roselle Nava ... Roselle

SELECTED CREW

Direction and Screenplay ... Tony Y. Reyes

Cinematography ... Rey De Leon

Production Design ... Buboy Tan

Editing ... Eduardo Jarlego

Musical Direction ... Sunny Ilacad

Executive Producer ... Orly Ilacad

NOTE:

*** In a classroom scene, it is disclosed to the viewer that some lead characters also mirror their real-life surnames: Alejandro, Nava, Raymundo, and Alcasid.

Rodolfo "Boy" Fuentes: Libingan ng mga Buhay (Tagalog: Graveyard of the Living)

Original Release Date: April 20, 1995

Production Company: Viva Films

MAIN CAST

Rommel Padilla ... Rudy

Paquito Diaz ... Prison Director Alejandro Cantos

Julio Diaz ... Butch

Efren Reyes Jr. ... Balais

Michelle Aldana ... Rowena

Marjorie Barretto ... Sue

Jean Garcia ... Corazon

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Arturo "Boy" San Agustin

Story ... Rodolfo "Boy" Fuentes

Screenplay ... Jose R. Ranay

Cinematography ... Vic Anao

Production Design ... Ben Payumo

Editing ... Rene Tala

Musical Direction ... Nonong Buencamino

Executive Producer ... Vic Del Rosario Jr.

NOTES: 

*** Epilogue: "Dahil sa "good behavior" binigyan ng Presidential Pardon si Rudy Boy Fuentes at pinalaya noong Hunyo 1980, pagkatapos makulong ng labingwalong taon. Muli niyang nakapiling ang kanyang ina, mga kapatid, at asawa, si Susan Marie na siyang naghirap lumakad sa paglaya ni Rudy. Pinadala si Rudy sa U.S. ng World Vision. 

Muling nabuhay si Rudy pagkatapos lisanin ang "Libingan ng mga buhay" - ang Muntinlupa Penitentiary."

Tagalog: "Due to "good behavior" Rudy Boy Fuentes was granted a Presidential Pardon and released in June 1980, after being imprisoned for eighteen years. He was reunited with his mother, siblings, and wife, Susan Marie, who exerted efforts to secure Rudy's release. Rudy was sent to the U.S. by World Vision.

Rudy came back to life after leaving the "Graveyard of the living" - the Muntinlupa Penitentiary."

Batang X (Tagalog: X Children)

Original Release Date: April 22, 1995

Production Company: Regal Films

MAIN CAST

Aiko Melendez ... Dr. Axis

Michael De Mesa ... Dr. Kwago

Janus Del Prado ... Control

John Prats ... KidLat / Kiko Arsenal

Anna Larrucea ... 3-Na / Trina De La Paz

J.C. Tizon ... Bugoy / G. Boy

John Ace Zabarte ... Angel / A-Gel Arsenal

Chuck Perez ... Zygrax

SELECTED CREW

Direction and Screenplay    ... Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes

Story    ... Peque Gallaga

Cinematography ... Joe Tutanes

Production Design ... Jay Herrera and Adrian Torres

Editing ... Danny Gloria

Musical Direction ... Archie Castillo

Executive Producer ... Lily Monteverde

NOTE: 

*** Second of the two movies by the directorial tandem of  Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes that were released in April 1995.

*** Geoff Eigenmann (credited as Jeoffey Eigenmann) plays the role of Philips, Dr. Kwago's assistant. He is the son of Michael De Mesa.

Dog Tag: Katarungan sa Aking Kamay (Tagalog: Justice in My Hand)

Original Release Date: April 27, 1995

Production Company: Mahogany Pictures

MAIN CAST

Jestoni Alarcon ... Sgt. Dante Ramos

Ryan 'Atong' Redillas ... Alex

Judy Ann 'Mara' Santos ... Claudia 

Sharmaine Suarez ... Carmen

Bob Soler ... Mayor

Dick Israel ... Hepe

Perla Bautista ... Aling Nena

Dencio Padilla ... Mang Martin

Emilio Garcia ... Sgt. Jojo Dimasupil

Raymond Bagatsing ... Eric

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Augusto Salvador

Story and Screenplay ... Humilde 'Meek' Roxas

Cinematography ... Val Dauz

Production Design ... Alex Ochoa

Editing ... Danilo Gloria

Musical Direction ... Nonong Buencamino

Executive Producer ... Victor Villegas

NOTES:

*** Tagline: "Revenge is a confession of pain."

*** Judy Ann Santos is credited as 'Mara,' the eponymous character she plays in Mara Clara, a top-rating television soap opera that was airing on ABS-CBN at the time of this movie's release. 

*** The movie is set in the fictional town of Sta. Filomena. Bustos, a town in the province of Bulacan, stood in for Sta. Filomena.

Minsan May Pangarap: The Guce Family Story (Tagalog: Once There Was a Dream)

Original Release Date: April 27, 1995

Production Company: Viva Films

MAIN CAST

Dina Bonnevie ... Rose Guce

Ariel Rivera ... Aldo Guce

Cherie Gil ... Dr. Almazan

Rachel Ann Wolfe ...

Reb Belleza ... Gunrunner

Deborah Sun ...

SELECTED CREW

Direction ... Gil Portes

Story ... Teobaldo R. Guce

Screenplay ... Ricky Lee

Cinematography ... Joe Batac

Production Design ... Marshall Factora

Editing ... Jess Navarro

Musical Direction ... Louie Ocampo

Executive Producer ... Vic Del Rosario Jr.