Saka-saka is a 2013 Filipino action film co-written and directed by Toto Natividad. The film stars Ejay Falcon and Joseph Marco. It was one of the entries in the 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival under the New Wave category.[1][2][3][4][5]
| Saka-saka | |
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| Directed by | Toto Natividad |
| Screenplay by | Manuel Buising |
| Story by |
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| Produced by |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Jessamy Leaño |
| Edited by | John Wong |
| Music by | Diwa de Leon |
Production company | CineBro |
| Distributed by | Star Cinema |
Release date |
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Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Cast
edit- Ejay Falcon as Alex
- BJ Forbes as Young Alex
- Joseph Marco as Abner
- Nathaniel Britt as Young Abner
- Akiko Solon as Nadia
- Baron Geisler as Balneg
- Kathleen Hermosa as Alissa
- Perla Bautista as Minyang
- Toby Alejar as Gov. Lontilla
- Martin Imperial as Gov. Lontilla's Son
- Gold Aceron as Young Gov. Lontilla's Son
- Mon Confiado as Guido
- Rey Solo as Turo
- Troy De Guzman as Old Turo
- Richard Manabat as Gov. Fuentebella
- Jairus Aquino as Young Sakasaka
- Gigi Locsin as Mayor Miling Villena
- Teresita Gonzales as Carissa
- Gemma Masas as Kapanalig
- Dindo Gonzales as Spy
- Joseph Ison as Old Edring
- Jerome Ponce as Friend of Alex
- Marlo Mortel as Friend of Abner
Reception
editChristine Denny of Philippine Entertainment Portal gave Saka-saka a positive review. She praised the clear portrayal of the characters played Ejay Falcon and Joseph Marco, as well as the clear view based on true events regarding political killings in the provinces. She also praised Falcon for performing his own stunts in his first action film, while noting that he needs more practice when it comes to physical fight scenes.[6]
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2013 | 39th Manila New Wave Film Festival | Best Picture | Saka-saka | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Joseph and his multi-colored dream". The Philippine Star. October 28, 2013. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ "Ejay Falcon, Joseph Marco team up in family drama". ABS-CBN News. December 16, 2013. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ Lo, Ricky (December 19, 2013). "Ejay follows the lead of his action idols". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ Santos, Rhea (December 19, 2013). "Baron Geisler plays his first father role in 'Saka-Saka'". Push. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ "Ejay Falcon fulfills dream of becoming an action star in Saka Saka". Philippine Entertainment Portal. December 23, 2013. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ Denny, Christine (December 21, 2013). "Saka Saka REVIEW: Land ownership in exchange for bloodshed". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
