Mercedes Cabral

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Mercedes Cabral
Mercedes Cabral at the 69th Venice International Film Festival, September 2012.jpg
Mercedes Cabral in 2012
Born
Maria Mercedes Porte Cabral

(1986-08-10) August 10, 1986 (age 35)
Manila, Philippines
EducationUniversity of the Philippines Diliman (B.A.)[1][2]
OccupationActress
Years active2008–present

Mercedes Cabral (born August 10, 1986) is a Filipino actress. She is best known for starring in Philippine arthouse and independent films, notably those by Brillante Mendoza such as Serbis, Kinatay, Captive, and Thy Womb.[3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10] She also appeared in the South Korean film Thirst directed by Park Chan-wook.[11][12][13][14] In 2021, she appeared in Huwag Kang Mangamba She played the main antagonist role Agatha, a wicked stepmother of Joy, which is played by Francine Diaz. In 2016, she appeared in a 's award winning short film .[15][16][17]

Filmography[]

  • Culion (2019)
  • Nightshift (2019)
  • Pandanggo sa Hukay (2019)
  • Aurora (2018)
  • I'm Drunk, I Love You (2017)
  • Oro (2016)
  • Ma' Rosa (2016)
  • SUPOT (2016)
  • Rosita (2014)
  • Serpent Sword and the Betrayal (2014)
  • Force of Angel (2014)
  • The Deadline (2014)
  • Pedro Calungsod: Batang Martir (2013)
  • Bingoleras (2013)
  • Transit (2013)
  • Playtime (2013)
  • Bad Romance (2013)[18]
  • Ad Ignorantiam (2012)
  • Colossal Woman (2012)
  • Hunger Pangs (short film, 2012)
  • Aberya (2012)
  • Mater Dolorosa (2012)
  • Limang Dipang Tao (2012)
  • Ginger and Cumin (short film, 2012)
  • Biktima (2012)
  • Thy Womb (2012)[19][20]
  • Imik (2012)
  • The Healing Healing (2012)
  • Ang Nawawala (2012)
  • Captive (2012)
  • Crossroads (2012)[21]
  • Di ingon 'nato (2011)[22]
  • Dog Show (2012)
  • Pilgrim Lovers (2011)
  • Ligo na Ü, Lapit na Me (2011)
  • The Woman in the Septic Tank (2011)
  • Liberacion (2011)
  • Shake, Rattle and Roll 12 (segment "Punerarya", 2010)
  • The Night Infinite (2010)
  • Ang Babae sa Sementeryo (2010)
  • Gayuma (2010)[23]
  • Si Techie, si Teknoboy, at si Juana B (2010)
  • Blood Ties (2010)
  • Garden of Eve (segment "Minsan May Isang Puta", 2010)[24]
  • Sakit (short film, 2010)
  • Babae ako (short film, 2009)
  • Soliloquy (2009)
  • Panahon na (2009)
  • Latak (2009)
  • Karera (2009)
  • Tigasan (2009)[25]
  • The Rapture of Fe (2009)
  • Kinatay (2009)
  • Thirst (2009)
  • 1017: Sa paglaya ng aking salita (2009)
  • Padyak (2009)
  • Booking (2009)[26]
  • Loophole (2009)
  • Chronicle of Wasted Lives (2009)
  • Serbis (2008)[27][28]

Television[]

Year Title Role Notes Network
2021 Huwag Kang Mangamba Agatha Delos Santos Supporting Cast / Main Antagonist Kapamilya Channel/A2Z/TV5
2020 A Soldier's Heart Guest Cast
ABS-CBN
2019 Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 3: The Real Untold Story of Josephine Bracken Herself/Lucia Rizal Guest Cast
IWant
The General's Daughter Gabriela "Cinco" Sta. Ana Guest Role / Antagonist
ABS-CBN
2018 Ngayon At Kailanman Mia Bartolome Special Participation
2017 Hanggang Saan Carolina Dela Guerra Supporting cast
FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Aurora Guest Cast
2016 The Greatest Love Greta Ramirez / Clarissa Ramirez Supporting Cast / Antagonist / Protagonist
Saq Al Bamboo (The Bamboo Stalk) Josephine Kuwaiti soap opera[29][30][31]
MBC Drama
2015 Ningning Evaporada "Eva" Herrera Supporting Cast
ABS-CBN
Karelasyon Jasmin Lead Cast / Antagonist
GMA Network
2014/2015 Ang Lihim ni Annasandra Saling Recurring Cast
2013 Katipunan Teresa Magbanua Minor Character
Cassandra: Warrior Angel Camilla / Hunyango Supporting Cast
TV5
Bayan Ko Eliza Bauer Six-part Series
GMA News TV
2012-13 Magdalena: Anghel sa Putikan Kim Recurring
GMA Network
2012 Luna Blanca Marietta [32]
2012 Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Hiyas Giana [33][34][35] ABS-CBN
2011 Maalaala Mo Kaya Myrna Episode: "Bibliya"

References[]

  1. ^ Palumar, Khyne (25 March 2013). "Mercedes Cabral - Ladies' Confessions Vol. 4: Celebrity Diaries". FHM Philippines. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  2. ^ Caruncho, E. S. (6 April 2014). An Independent Woman. Philippine Daily Inquirer. http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/156126/an-independent-woman
  3. ^ Pumaloy, Rey (19 July 2011). "Mercedes Cabral recounts controversial sex scene with Coco Martin in Serbis". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  4. ^ Sibonga, Glen P. (25 November 2011). "Indie actress Mercedes Cabral saddened by "bold star" tag in local showbiz; says foreign film festivals give her more appreciation and respect". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  5. ^ Cruz, Marinel R. (12 April 2012). "In-demand indie star relishes the subtlety of movie portrayals". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  6. ^ San Diego, Bayani Jr. (5 September 2012). "Venice red carpet debut for Nora Aunor, Lovi Poe, Mercedes Cabral". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  7. ^ San Diego, Bayani Jr. (15 September 2012). "Thy Womb Venice diaries". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  8. ^ Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (10 August 2012). "Indie film actress Mercedes Cabral on working with the Superstar Nora Aunor". GMA News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  9. ^ Cruz, Marinel R. (30 September 2012). "Indie star feels challenged by coming television work". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  10. ^ Garcia, Vincent Anthon (21 April 2013). "Showbiz Tsismis: Is Mercedes Cabral underrated?". Gulf News. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  11. ^ Santiago, Erwin (4 March 2008). "Filipino actress Mercedes Cabral lands role in South Korean movie". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  12. ^ Villasanta, Boy (11 July 2008). "Filipina actress voted "Most Beautiful" in Cannes off to Korea shoot". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  13. ^ Villasanta, Boy (2 October 2008). "Mercedes Cabral, tanging Pilipinang aktres sa 13th Pusan film fest" [Mercedes Cabral, the only Filipino actress at the 13th Pusan film fest]. ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  14. ^ Villasanta, Boy (8 October 2008). "Cabral's dream of invading Hollywood slowly coming true". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  15. ^ Review, UK Film (2016-09-23). "Supot short film". UK Film Review. Retrieved 2021-05-26.
  16. ^ "Premiere: SUPOT by Phil Giordano | Coming of Age Short Film". Directors Notes. 2018-04-25. Retrieved 2021-05-26.
  17. ^ Giordano, Phil (2016-10-08), Supot (Short, Drama, Family), John Arcilla, Mercedes Cabral, Andrei Fajarito, Kinopi Malbas, retrieved 2021-05-26
  18. ^ Belen, Walden Sadiri M. (20 April 2013). "Mercedes Cabral: An Actress By Accident!". Manila Bulletin (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  19. ^ Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (10 August 2012). "Mercedes Cabral excited about attending Venice filmfest with Nora Aunor and other Thy Womb co-stars". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  20. ^ Jarloc, Glaiza (28 September 2012). "Mercedes Cabral enjoys working with Nora Aunor". SunStar (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  21. ^ Sibonga, Glen P. (26 November 2011). "Mercedes Cabral says she will not stop making indie films even if she becomes a success in mainstream movies". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  22. ^ Jimenez, Jocelyn (10 November 2011). "Mercedes Cabral says winning an acting award isn't her priority". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  23. ^ Villasanta, Boy (4 September 2010). "Cannes actress Mercedes Cabral bolts out of bold mold". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  24. ^ Calderon, Ricky (7 July 2010). "Indie film actress Mercedes Cabral stars in three Cinemalaya entries". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  25. ^ Villasanta, Boy (4 July 2009). "No more nude scenes for Mercedes Cabral". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  26. ^ Villasanta, Boy (30 January 2009). "Mercedes Cabral flattered by fame". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  27. ^ Villasanta, Boy (25 May 2008). "Filipina Serbis actress among Cannes 'red carpet glamour girls'". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  28. ^ Villasanta, Boy (8 May 2009). "Double treat for Mercedes Cabral at the 2009 Cannes". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  29. ^ Philippine Daily Inquirer (2016, June 10). Mercedes Cabral stars in Kuwaiti soap.
  30. ^ ABS-CBN News. (2016, June 9). Mercedes Cabral a hit on Kuwaiti TV.
  31. ^ Abando, P. (2016, June 12). Mercedes Cabral enchants viewers in the Middle East. The Manila Bulletin.
  32. ^ Pumaloy, Rey (16 May 2012). "Mercedes Cabral expresses disappointment over shelved Kapamilya series; finds Nora Aunor very down to earth". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  33. ^ "Mercedes Cabral penetrates mainstream TV". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). 19 February 2011. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  34. ^ "Mercedes praises Zanjoe for being a gentleman". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). 19 July 2011. Retrieved 2013-04-23.
  35. ^ Buan-Deveza, Reyma (23 May 2012). "Mercedes Cabral still hurting over Hiyas delay?". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved 2013-04-23.

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