Tony Mabesa
Acting
Biography
Antonio "Tony" Mabesa (January 27, 1935 – October 4, 2019) was a Filipino stage director, film and television actor, and professor.
Born: January 27, 1935
Place of Birth: Laguna Province, Philippines
Known For
Elena's Redemption
The film is based on the true story of a maid who was either seduced or raped and made pregnant by her Chinese employer; the baby was either killed by the employer's wife or by her own hand, depending on who you talk to.
Huwag Mong Salingin ang Sugat Ko
Delfin is a doctor who returns to his hometown in the hopes of giving medical assistance to the people of Buena Vista who are suffering from leprosy. He also returns to find out the real reason why his father was killed. The longer he stays, the more he realizes that leprosy is not the town's incurable disease but the hatred that lies in the heart of its people.
Elena's Redemption
The film is based on the true story of a maid who was either seduced or raped and made pregnant by her Chinese employer; the baby was either killed by the employer's wife or by her own hand, depending on who you talk to.
Abandonada
After finishing prison sentence in Canada and came back to the Philippines, Gemma wants to recover her son after she was abandoned by her husband, Edwin. To do so, she worked as a nanny and was hired by Cindy, new wife of her husband. Being closer to her son in this household, she plans to escape with her son.
Hinugot sa Langit
A woman is thinking of abortion, against her firm faith and family's wants.
The Flor Contemplacion Story
The story of the Filipina domestic helper who was hanged in Singapore for allegedly killing her fellow maid is chronicled in a film that operates on various personal, social, and political levels. Both controversial and critically acclaimed, it has brought Nora Aunor numerous citations for her intense portrayal as the fallen heroine of the story.
José Rizal
Accused of treason, Dr. Jose P. Rizal awaits trial and meets with his colonial government-appointed counsel, Luis Taviel de Andrade. The two build the case and arguments for the defense as significant events in the central figure's life prior to his incarceration unfold. Upon hearing Rizal's life story, Taviel begins to realize that the accused not just is innocent but exhibits in fact all the qualities of an extraordinary man. When the mock trial unreels, Taviel is all set to act as the prime advocate for his client as Rizal himself is about to give an earth-moving speech to defend his honor and address his countrymen. Meanwhile, the Spanish authorities have worked out the vast political machinery to ensure a guilty verdict. A revolution waits in the wings.
Magkapatid
Lisa (Santos) and Cita (Cuneta) have a kinship as sisters, but their bond goes far beyond blood. The close-knit two are also best friends -- until a tragic misfortune strikes and the sisters' support system unravels.
Dog Food
Twelve-year-old Lily lives with her father, who has been suspended from the police force, and her stepmother. Her parents sell Lily's aging dog to Mr. Teban for dog meat. Lily convinces Mr. Teban to return her dog, and the she begins a friendship with the dog meat seller, much to the disgust of her friends and family. Mr. Teban becomes her surrogate father, and supports Lily against her abusive father and ineffectual stepmother.
Everything About Her
Powerful but ill-stricken business woman, Vilma Santos navigates her complicated relationship with her caregiver, Angel Locsin and her estranged son, Xian Lim in this story about acceptance, love and forgiveness.
Filmography
as Archbishop
as Fredo
as Judge
as Pastor Zarco
as Pancho
as Lolo Benjamin
as Lolo
as Father Andy
as Principal Bermejo
as Gen. Echaluche
as Maestro Emil
as Victorino Penitente
as Carlos
as Sir Aris
as Cecilo Cortez
as Ramon Olivarez
as Samuel
as Susing
as Ben
as Ruben Novales
as Paredes
as Mayor Aldecoa
as Father Manalo
as Mr. Rustia
as Brgy. Chairman
as Raf's Father
as Pacifico
as Mr. Tibayan
as Bobby's father
as Ernesto Segovia
as Mr. De Castro
as President of the Philippines
as Governor Asunta
as Atty. Mallonca
as Tomas' Boss
as Tatay
as Priest
as Don Villaverde
as Fr. Morales
as Polavieja
as Smoker
as Bishop
as Mr. Menandro
as Judge Bernas
as [Fiscal]
as Fiscal
as Sen. Cepeda
as Wong
as Captain Pelarez
as Elder
as Roberto Romulo
as Hostage
as Rosendo's Lawyer
as Padre Celso
as Don Julio
as Bishop
as Abraham / Father
as Mr. Benigno Doctolero
as Mr. De Guia
as Kapitan Basilio
as Father Freddie
as Don Paco de Guia
as Doctor
as Mr. Nieto
as Liza's Father
as Father Cristobal
as San Pedro
as Customer
as Ganets