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Weng Weng Films

1975 - Silakbo (Prima Productions)

[Release date 17th October 1975; a possible co-production with Liliw Productions]

Director/Writer Manuel Songco Cinematography Rudy Quijano Music Demet Velasquez

Cast Eddie Gutierrez, Lotis Key, Dante Varona, Romy Diaz, Odette Khan, Zandro Zamora, Marie Antoinette, Alberta “Peaches” Rainge, Joe Villafranca, Lita Sandoval, Misty Gallardo, Jun Santos, Veen Rosette, Evelyn Shenna, Kiti-Kiti, Henry Pineda, Vivian Betty, Sheba “Mor” Tatad, Freddie Robles, Lilian Fernando, [uncredited] Weng Weng

ACTION/ADVENTURE

1976 – Silang Matatapang/"They The Brave" (Liliw Films/Prima Productions)

[Release date 26th March 1976]

Director/Writer Jun P. Cabreira Producer Cora Ridon Caballes [as Cora C. Ridon] Executive Producer Peter M. Caballes Cinematography Nestor "Popoy" Orense Music Kuya Mimo

Cast George Estregan, Dante Varona, Ramon "Boy" Bagatsing Jr, Marie Antoinette, Lita Vasquez, Daria Ramirez, Weng Weng, Sidney Schneider, Manding Claro, Freddie Robles, Larry Esguerra, Gil Arceo, Leo Longalong, Adul Ugad, Lito Hermosa, Santy Hermosa, Totoy Tan, Boni Fernandez, Greg Sayo, Ben Sanchez, SOS Daredevils, Dick Israel, Tintoy, Romie Medalla

ACTION

 

1976 - Sila...Sa Bawat Bangketa/"They…On Every Sidewalk" (Liliw Productions)

[Release date 17th December, 1976; re-released in cinemas 9th April 1977]

Director Dante “Boy” Pangilinan Writer "Cora C. Ridon"/Cora Ridon Caballes Producer "Twinkle" [Caballes] Executive Producers Peter M. Caballes, Cora Ridon Caballes Cinematography Nestor Orense Music Kuya Mimo

Cast Rez Cortez, Ramon “Boy” Bagatsing, Ingrid Salas, Yoyoy Villame, Weng Weng, Joy Navarro, Michael Vallar, Marie Grace Santos, Linda Castro, Sarah Gumaboa, Vivian Velez, Danny Glenmore, Ruel Romano, Odette Khan, Rudy de la Pena, Tony Orbeta, Angel Confiado, Gil Arena, Leo Langalong, SOS Daredevils, Larry Esguerra, Amay Bisaya, Peter M. Caballes

ACTION/COMEDY

1978 - Chop Suey Meets Big Time Papa (Liliw Productions)

[Release date 3rd February 1978; newspaper ads list the film as "Chop Suey Met Big Time Papa", which according to Dante "Boy" Pangilinan is a typographic error]

Director Dante "Boy" Pangilinan Screenplay Coran Ridon Caballes Producer "Twinkle" [Caballes] Executive Producers Peter M. Caballes, Cora Ridon Caballes Music Anthony Castillano Assistant Director Eddie Nicart Fight Instructors Mando Pangilinan, Oscar "Oca" Reyes

Cast Ramon Zamora (Chop-Suey), Weng Weng (Big Time Papa), Mike Cohen (Crime Boss)

KUNG FU/SPY/COMEDY

1980 - The Quick Brown Fox (RVQ Productions)

[Release date 6th November 1980; full title “The Quick Brown Fox Jumps Over The Lazy Pig”]

Director Jett C. Espiritu Screenplay Vic J. Poblete Executive Producer Dolphy [as Rodolfo V. Quizon] Cinematography Claro Gonzalez Music D'AmarilloEditor Efren Jarlego

Cast Dolphy (The Quick Brown Fox), Nida Blanca, Panchito, Carmi Martin, Anna Marie Guttierrez, Paquito Diaz, Jing Abalos, Manuel "Boy" Quizon, Teroy de Guzman, Tsing Tong Tsai, Conde Ubaldo, Weng Weng, Max Vera, Arturo "Bomber" Moran, Panchito Jr, Er "Canton" Salazar, Benny Mack, Boy Pineda, Nonong de Andres, Jay Grama, Fred Esplana, Ben Manalo, Boy de Castro, Atong Maximo, Paquito Bautista, Lea Dominguez, George Weber Jr The Rainbow Assassins Protacio Dee (China), Roy Aoyama (Japan), Danolo D'Oro (Spain), Tim Davis (El Salvador), James Gaines Jr (USA), Abraham Muhamid (Somalia), Patrick Abide (Uganda)

COMEDY/SPY/KUNG FU

1981 – Stariray (RVQ Productions)

[Release date 13th February 1981; sometimes listed as “Istariray”]

Director Romy Villaflor Story Roy Vera Cruz Screenplay Vic Felipe Executive Producer Dolphy [as Rodolfo V. Quizon] Cinematography Alfonso Alvarez Music Dominic Choreography Lito Calzado Song “Ulam” Sung & Lyrics by Dolphy Editor Efren Jarlego Sound Supervision Luis Reyes Sound Effects Demet Velasquez General Manager Manny “Boy” Quizon Assistant General Manager Laura Cooper-Nurse Production Manager Caledonio “Boy” Pineda Project Officer Danding Inocencio Assistant Director Danny Hernandez Fight Instructors Fred Esplana, Jay Grama, Roland Falcis Special Effects Danny Torrente Makeup Ligaya Quince Dolphy’s Makeup & Costumes Joey Luna Dolphy’s Makeup Assistant Joe Ledesma Set Decorator Pepe Cruz Property Masters Maning Cabides, Doming Ocenar Cameraman Lito Lapara Field Soundmen Ledwino Robiso Schedule Master Butch Peralta Post Production Manager Alfredo Sta. Ana Assistant Editors Armando Jarlego, Dante de Leon Rerecording Technicians Ramon Reyes, Oscar Magnaye Assistant Executive Assistant/Comptroller Paquito Principe Bautista Layout Artist Eddie Domer Stillman Narciso Ocampo Publicity Directors Danny Villanueva, Vic Felipe

Cast Dolphy (Serafica Parakikay), Panchito (Police Captain), Rod Navarro (Rod), Paquito Diaz (Frank), Rodolfo “Boy” Gutierrez (Boy), Anna Marie Gutierrez (Mother's Moll), Carmi Martin (Stella), Bentot (Stella's "Aunt" #1), Teroy de Guzman (Stella's "Aunt" #2), Renato Robles, Conde Ubaldo, Georgie Quizon, Ferrarie Models, Lito Calzado’s Body Machines, Edgar Quizon, Weng Weng (Chief), Marissa Delgado (Serafica's Mother), Ading Fernando, Matimtiman Cruz, Don Pepot (Boxing Referee), Balut, Pamela Amor, Benny Mack, Amay Bisaya (Boxing Commentator), Er “Canton” Salazar, Laura Cooper-Nurse, Ben Johnson (Mother's Driver), Ben Manalo, Atong Maximo, Robert Talby, Paquito Bautista, Vic Santos, Roger Saulog, Nery Santos, Sauro Cotoco, Sim Jorge, Francis Ubaldo, Rod Maximo, Tommy Romulo Jr, SOS Daredevils Gagambas Lito Calzado, Panchito Jr, Fred Esplana, Jay Grama, Manny Samson, Rolan Falcis

COMEDY/KUNG FU/MUSICAL

1981 - Agent 00 (Liliw Productions)

[Release date 29th May 1981; working title "Kunin Silang Lahat"/"Take Them All"]

Director Eddie Nicart Screenplay Cora Ridon Caballes Executive Producers Peter M. Caballes, Cora Ridon Caballes Music Pablo Vergara Assistant Director Mando Pangilinan Fight Instructors Mando Pangilinan, Oscar "Oca" Reyes

Cast Weng Weng (Agent 00), Ramon Zamora (Agent 001/“Dragon”), Philip Gamboa (Agent 002/“Diego Salvador”), Dante Varona (Agent 003/“Ermitanyo”), Lito Lapid ("Brusko"), Dolphy ("The Quick Brown Fox"), Linda Lee, Linda Castro

COMEDY/SPY/KUNG FU

1981 - Da Best In Da West (RVQ Productions)

[Release date 12th June 1981]

Director Romy Villaflor Story Roy Vera Cruz, Ben Feleo Screenplay Ben Feleo Executive Producer Dolphy [as Rodolfo Vera Quizon] Cinematography Alfonso Alvarez Music Dominic [Salustiano] Lyrics Dolphy Choreography Lito Calzado Editor Efren Jarlego Sound Supervisor Luis Reyes Field Soundman Ledwino Robiso General Manager Manny “Boy” Quizon Assistant General Manager Laura Cooper-Nurse Production Manager Caledonio “Boy” Pineda Project Coordinator Danding Inocencio Production Coordinator: Baguio City Bgy. Captain Manny Tibayan Assistant Director Danny Hernandez Special Effects Eddie Torrente Stunt Coordinators Fred Esplana, Jay Grama, Eddie Nicart, Jun de Guia Set Decorator Pepe Cruz Property Masters Maning Cabides, Doming Ocenar Cameraman Lito Lapara Assistant Editors Armando Jarlego, Dante de Leon Rerecording Technicians Ramon Reyes, Oscar Magnaye Executive Assistant/Comptroller Paquito Principe Bautista

Cast Dolphy (Wild Bill Hika), Lito Lapid (Dalton), Yehlen Catral (Jane), Nina Sara (Estralita), Romy Diaz (Facundo), Teroy de Guzman (barman), Conde Ubaldo, Weng Weng (Deputy Bronson), “Antonio Carrion”/Tony Carreon (Don Oligareon), Naty Santiago (Estralita’s Aunt), ER “Canton” Salazar, Manny Tibayan, Ben Johnson (Mayor), Amay Bisaya, Luis San Juan, Fred Esplana, Eddie Nicart, Jay Grama, Jun de Guia, Sancho Tesalona, Joe Cunanan, Romy Nario, Robert Talvy, Jing Caparas, Mel Arca, Nonong de Andres, Rene Tupez, Telly Babasa, Raquel Sayson, Dante Javier, Boyet Argame, “Pete”/Peter M. Caballes, Pete Andal, Kent Gonzales, Roger Saulog, Vic Santos, Neri Santos, Eddie Villamor, Remy Nocum, Ben Sanchez, Mando Pangilinan, Oscar Reyes, SOS Daredevils, Lito Calzado’s Body Machine, Panchito (Inkong Gaspar), Paquito Diaz (Diablo), Rodolfo “Boy” Garcia (Vic Tango), Max Vera (Joey Tango), Max Alvarado (Tito Tango), Dely Atay-Atayan (fat woman at film’s beginning), Georgie Quizon, Don Pepot (tribesman spokesman), Florence Carvajal (large native princess), Johnny Madrid, Efred Lapid, Robert Rivera, Steve Alcarado (bandit), Ruben Ramos (thug with sword), Avel Morado, Josie Andico, George Henry Jr

COMEDY/WESTERN/MUSICAL

1981 - Legs…Katawan…Babae! (Margarita Productions)

[Release date 2nd July 1981]

Director Producer Tony Ferrer Story/Screenplay Jerry O. Tirazona, Antonio S. Mortel Producer "Margarita Productions"/Tony Ferrer Cinematography Ver Reyes Music George Canseco Editor Edgardo “Boy” Vinarao Sound Effects Editor Jun Martinez Sound Effects Assistants Danny Sanchez, Kokoy Sanchez Sound Engineer Bimbo Chong Field Soundman Mer Arguella Production Manager Bonnie C. Esguerra Assistant Director Pepito C. Diaz Special Effects Rolly Sto. Domingo Fight Instructor Alex Bolado Car Stunts Lauro Flores Makeup Artist Francis Perez Settingman Jose Peralta Propsman Robert Abihay Assistant Cameraman Freddie Medez Unit Manager Jess Bunga Schedule Master Roger Macapagal Post-Production Manager Leonides D. Laxa Assistant Editor Francis Vinarao Layout Artist Jess Garcia Stills Fred Guevarra

Cast Hagibis [Sonny Parsons, Mike Respall, Bernie Fineza, Joji Garcia, Mon Picazo], Myrna Castillo (Sahlee), Nick Romano (Nick Serbos), Marissa del Mar (Marissa), Mike Cohen (Stan Masterson), Victor Bravo (Rod Valdez), Val Iglesia, Rey Sagum, Renato Robles, Dinah Dominguez, Monica Brocka, Laarnie Enriquez, Edna Gatchalian, Laura Lopez, Frank Lapid, Ben Dato, Lauro Flores, Alex Bolado, Vic Varrion, Danny Riel, Mark Joseph, Roger Santos, Rusty Santos (Biker), Rolan Montes, Romy Blanco, Joe Baltazar, Mel Arca, Kent Gonzalez, Danny Ortega, Dante Javier, Mat Fuloso, Cesar Iglesia, Boy Ranay, Bebeng Amora, Ernie David, Big Boy Gomez, Fred Esplana (Tony Falcon's Agent), Rolan Falcis, Ric Sagum, Eric Fresnido, [uncredited] Tony Ferrer (Tony Falcon, Agent X-44), Jess Lapid Jr [listed on poster] (Jessie), Weng Weng [listed on poster] (Midget Dancer), Franco Guerrero (Tony Falcon's Agent), Max Alvarado [listed on poster] (Fat Hagibis), Joaquin Fajardo (Fat Hagibis) [listed on poster]

ACTION/ COMEDY/MUSICAL    

1981 - For Y’ur Height Only (Liliw Productions)

[Release date 6th September 1981]

Director Eddie Nicart Story/Screenplay Cora Ridon Caballes, [uncredited] Bonnie Paredes Producers Peter M. Caballes, Cora Ridon Caballes Executive Producer Dick Randall Cinematography Bhal Dauz Music Pablo Vergara Theme Song “Nilikha Ba Ako Upang Masaktan” sung and composed by Maraya, produced by Light Star Productions Inc Editor Edgardo "Boy" Vinarao Production Manager Evelyn Baruelo Assistant Directors/Fight Instructors Mando Pangilinan, Oscar Reyes

Cast Weng Weng (Mr Weng, Agent 00), [uncredited on export version] Max Alvarado (Columbus), Yehlen Catral (Lola), Mike Cohen (Professor Von Kohler), Tony Ferrer (Chief), Rodolfo 'Boy' Garcia (Mr Kaiser), Goliath (Mr Giant), Anna Marie Gutierrez (Anna), Carmi Martin (Marilyn), Romy Nario (Cobra), Ruben Ramos (Jack), Beth Sandoval (Irma), Lauro Flores (Turbaned Assassin), Rago Apollo Roman (Baldo's Goon), Reme Nocom (Goon) Mr Kaiser's Goons Bobby Oreo (Bobby), Eddie Samonte, Oscar Reyes, Artur Liobon, Nonong de Andres Cobra's Goons Lito Labarro, Alex Pascual, Ray Abella, Doming Reyes, Rene Romero, Jun de Guia, Mando Pangilinan, Rey Esguerra Columbus' Goons Fred Esplana, Jay Grama, Renarto Ricarte, Lito de Guzman, Angelo "Lito" Tomenes, Rolan Falcis Aires Force Peter M. Caballes, Linda Castro

COMEDY/SPY/KUNG FU

1982 - D’Wild Wild Weng (Liliw Films International)

[Release date 25th March 1982]

Director Eddie Nicart Story Cora Ridon Caballes Screenplay Cora Ridon Caballes, [uncredited]  Eddie Nicart, Bonnie Paredes Executive Producer Peter M. Caballes, [uncredited] Cora Ridon Caballes Cinematography Bhal Dauz Music Pablo Vergara Editor Edgardo "Boy" Vinarao Sound Effects Rodel Capule, Lando Capule Field Soundman Ruben Gultiano Production Manager Tino Veluya Assistant Director Mando Pangilinan Stunt Director Eddie Nicart Routine Instructors Oscar Reyes, Mando Pangilinan Makeup Baby Gonzales Props/Setting Jaime Dionio, Eddie Caster, Bobby Caballes, Rod Reyes Assistant Cameraman Andres dela Paz Schedule Master Bobby Caballes Assistant Editors Isagani Cells, Danny Gloria Stills Ricky Diaz Sales Manager Rene Pascual

Cast Weng Weng (Mr Weng), Yehlen Catral (Elsa), Nina Sara (Clara), Max Alvarado (Lupo the Mute), Max Laurel (Gordon), Romy Diaz (Senor Sebastian), Ernie Ortega (Ku Manchu), Robert Miller (Gaspar), Rene Romero (Acosta), Ike Lozada (Grateful Villager), Dencio Padilla (Mr Dencio, Clara’s Father), Joe Cunanan (Villager on Ground), Jay Grama (Senor Sebastian's Henchman), Gil Bandong, Nelson Armiza, Ray Albella, Lito Navarro, Fred Esplana (Senor Sebastian's Henchman), Alex Pascual, Lito de Guzman, Rio Esguerra, Domeng Reyes, SOS Daredevils, Goliath (Indian Chief), Erning Reyes, Brando Navarro, Fullosa, Gody Pacrem, Arthur Liobon, Rey Valenzuela, Ben Sanchez, Elpidio Navillon, Bert Gamboa, Ernie Gubaton, Thumblers, Lawin Stuntman, Barusio Stuntman, Porso Boys, D’Professional Stuntman, [uncredited] Oscar Reyes (Running Villager), Jimmy Reyes (Goon in Cowboy Hat), Jimmy Labarro, Mando Pangilinan (Concerned Villager), Usman Hassim (Senor Sebastian's Goon), Mel Arca (Senor Sebastian's Goon)

COMEDY/KUNG FU/WESTERN

1982 - The Impossible Kid (Liwiw Films International)

[Release date 23rd July 1982]

Director/Stunt Co-ordinator Eddie Nicart Story Idea “Cora C. Ridon”/Cora Ridon Caballes Screenplay Greg B. Macabenta Producer “Twinkle” [Caballes] Executive Producer Peter M. Caballes, [uncredited] Cora Ridon Caballes Cinematographer Bhal Dauz Musical Director Pablo Vergara Theme Song sung by Ruby (Tokem) Tia Editor Edgardo “Boy” Vinarao Sound Engineer Vic Macamay Sound Effects Rodel Capuli Recordists Florencio Ortega, Mario Alcantara Production Manager Evelyn Baruelo Assistant Directors/Fight Co-ordinators Mando Pangilinan, Oscar Reyes Sub-Assistant Director Bert Soliman Make-Up Artist Baby Gonzales Props/Setting Alex Pascual, Jaime Diono, Lito de Guzman Utility Rudy Montallana, Rico Menzon Legmen Bobby Caballes, Rod Reyes Assistant Editors Gini Celis, Boy Gloria, Danny Gloria Stills Roger Robles

Cast Weng Weng (Agent 00), Romy Diaz (Senor Manolo), Nina Sara (Lolita), Tony Carreon (Don Simeon), Ben Johnson (Chief), Rene Romero (Sgt Romero), Efren Lapid (Guest 1), Lita Vasquez (Guest 2), Chicklet Moreno (Secretary), Ruben Ramos (Abdul), Joe Cunanan (Joe), Romy Nario (Mr X), Ben Morro (Morro), Boy Banes (Agent 1), Renato Morado (Agent 2), Rolly [listed in opening credits as “Rowy”] Esteban (Agent 3), Vangie Evangelista (Agent 4), Amor Siron (Guest), Avel Morado (Guest), Jessie Lee (Minister), Jess "Og" Ramos (General de Vera), Jose Dura (Chief of Staff), Nini dela Rama (INP Chief), Jimmy Milallos (Hagad), Alma Siron, Barbara Manipol, Ailice Siron, Gina Samonte, Irene Robles The Americans George Gyenes (Fat Man in Pool), Lee Scott, David Anderson, Neils Elcehorn, Jack Holltz, Jim Crumrine The Goons Fred Esplana, Jay Grama, Erning Reyes, "Roland Falces"/Rolan Falcis, Eddie Samonte, Rey Abella, Lito Navarro, Gil Bandong, Joe Andrade, Jess Bonzo, Joe Estrada, Roger Santos, Remy Nocum, Ernie Gubaton, Mando Manarang, Tony Bongat, Ramon Tiangco, Jimy Custodio, Mike Manarang, Triumpo Garces, Rodrigo Faculto, Rey Garces, SOS Daredevils, Thunder Stuntmen, D’Professional [Stuntmen]

COMEDY/SPY/KUNG FU

1984 - Caliber 357 (Liliw Films International [credited on trailers only]/Mirick Films International; distributed by Solar Film [credited on layouts only]

[Philippines release date 26th January 1984, original title “Tatak: Magnum”; also released internationally as “Burning Power” and in West Germany as “Danger Man – Der Unerbittliche Vollstrecker”]

Director/Stunt Director Eddie Nicart Story/Screenplay Cora Caballes, Bonnie Paredes Producers [uncredited] Peter Caballes, Cora Caballes Executive Producer Jesse G. Chua Cinematography Bhal Dauz Musical Director Pablo Vergara Editor Edgardo “Boy” Vinarao Sound Engineer Rudy Baldovino Special Sound Effects Rodel Capule Production Manager Evelyn Baruelo Assistant Director Mando Pangilinan Fight Director Fred Esplana Assistant Fight Instructor/Continuity Oscar Reyes Special Effects/Props "Torrente" Makeup Artist Baby Gonzalez Set Hands Boy Caceres, Jun Lapuz Assistant Cameraman Boy Anao 2nd Cameraman Ver Dauz Legman Edmund De Guzman Stills Roger Baruelo Titles Ramon "Ramje" Capinpin

Cast Nelson Anderson (Nelson Grant), Jean Saburit (Marlene), Azenith Briones (Mrs Verlosa), Malou Bendigo (Malou), Romy Diaz (Rodrigo Santos), Renato Robles, Johnny Wilson (Senor Verlosa), Beth Sandoval (Lorna Rodriguez), Elena Marie, Dan Alvaro, Mario Marasigan, Robert Lee (Interpol Agent), Ulysses Tzan [listed on local ads as "Ulysses Santiago"] (Interpol Agent), Ernie Ortega (Tomao), Robert Rivera, Allan Garcia, David Light (Mancini), Sam Lombardo, Mike Schrichter, Karola Mayer, Angela Prestel, Damela Rubi, Lieli Hurstler, Cathy March, Jane Andrew, Rene Kiefer, Franz Kung, Peter Henzelmann, Walter Tschopp, Erich Muller, Steve Rogers [as Steven Rogers] (Verlosa's White Goon), Kruse Michel, Vic Varrion, Belo Borja, Edgar Garcia, Robert Miller (Rodrigo's Henchman), Jimmy Santos, Danny Riel, Avel Morado, Lauro Flores, Joe Andrade, Joey Infante, Nonoy De Guzman, Rene Romero, Mel Arca, Bert Giron, Erning Reyes, Telly Babasa, Fred Esplana, Jay Grama (Mancini's Goon), Tony Tacorda, Mario Tobin, Joe Curray, Ramon Jimenez, Frank Bautista, Jimmy Cruz, Tirso Mediavillo, Lito De Guzman, Nestor Brilliantes, Boy Sta. Maria, Mario Cabero, Boy Sarmiento, Doming Reyes, Oscar Reyes, Boy Carceres, [uncredited - appears in Tagalog version only] Weng Weng

ACTION/KUNG FU

1982 - The Cute…The Sexy n’The Tiny (Liliw Films International)

[Release date 25th December 1982]

Director Eddie Nicart Screenplay Pablo S. Gomez Producers Peter M. Caballes, Cora Ridon Caballes Music Pablo Vergara

Cast Berting Labra (The Cute), Pia Moran (The Sexy), Weng Weng (The Tiny), Dencio Padilla, Beth Sandoval, Bonnie “Mong” De Jesus, Tony Jay Consunji, Liza De Vera

COMEDY/ACTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                               

 

 

 

 


 

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