'Merika is a 1984 drama film directed by Gil Portes and starring Nora Aunor and Bembol Roco. Aunor portrayed the role Mila, an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) who works as a nurse in America.[1][2]
| 'Merika | |
|---|---|
 Official movie poster | |
| Directed by | Gil M. Portes |
| Written by |
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| Produced by | Antonio G. Dulalia |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Ely Cruz |
| Edited by | Edgardo 'Boy' Vinarao |
| Music by | Willy Cruz |
Production company | Adrian Films |
| Distributed by | Tri-Films International |
Release date |
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Running time | 102 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Cast
edit- Nora Aunor as Milagros "Mila" Cruz
- Bembol Roco as Mon Zablan
- Cesar Aliparo as Lolo Caloy
Awards and recognition
edit| Year | Group | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Star Awards (Philippine Movie Press Club) | Best Actress | Nora Aunor | Won |
| Gawad Urian Awards (Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino) | Best Actress | Nora Aunor | Nominated | |
| Best Picture | 'Merika | Nominated | ||
| Best Director | Gil Portes | Nominated | ||
| Best Supporting Actor | Cesar Alipio | Nominated | ||
| Best Screenplay | Clodualdo del Mundo Jr. Gil Quito |
Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Three by Nora: 'Merika (Gil Portes), Condemned, Bulaklak sa City Jail (both by Mario O'Hara)". Retrieved 2013-05-02.
- ^ "'Merika (1984) Review". Retrieved 2013-05-02.