Moron 5.2: The Transformation
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| Directed by | Wenn V. Deramas |
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| Story by | Wenn V. Deramas |
| Produced by | Vic del Rosario Jr. |
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| Cinematography | Elmer H. Despa |
| Edited by | Marya Ignacio |
| Music by | Vincent de Jesus |
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Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
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| Box office | PHP33 Million |
Moron 5.2: The Transformation is a 2014 Filipino comedy film that is the direct sequel of Moron 5 and the Crying Lady starring Luis Manzano, Billy Crawford, Marvin Agustin, Matteo Guidicelli, DJ Durano and John Lapus.[1][2][3][4][5]
This is also the last film appearance of comedian German Moreno, who died in a cardiac arrest in Quezon City, Diliman on January 8, 2016, at the aged of 82.[6]
The film also stars Matteo Guidicelli as a replacement of Martin Escudero due to scheduling conflicts.
Plot[]
Five men with low IQs become superheroes in an attempt to make their children proud. Beckie Pamintuan (John Lapus) will never stop until the 5 idiotic friends taste defeat. Willing to do anything to see the friends fall apart as revenge to his humiliation.
Cast[]
Main characters[]
- Luis Manzano as Albert Macapagal
- Billy Crawford as Isaac Estrada
- Marvin Agustin as Aristotle Ramos
- DJ Durano as Mozart Twister Aquino
- Matteo Guidicelli as Michael Angelo Marcos
- Martin Escudero as Michael Angelo in flashback (uncredited)
- John Lapus as Becky Pamintuan
Supporting characters[]
- Nikki Valdez as Marife Ramos
- Mylene Dizon as Sally Aquino
- Yam Concepcion as Selina Macapagal
- Danita Paner as Amor Estrada
- Joy Viado† as Sarah Joy/Tiyahin of Aris (flashback)
- German Moreno† as Isaac's father
- Dennis Padilla as Michael's father
- Jon Santos as Albert's mother
- Divina Valencia as Albert's mother-in-law
- Deborah Sun as Mozart's mother
- Joey Paras as Congressman
- Karla Estrada as Doctor 1
- Manuel Chua as Thomas
- Boom Labrusca as Edison
- Chrome Cosio as Benok
- Marco Masa as Macoy Macapagal
- Chlaui Malayao as Coring Aquino
- Rain Prince Allan Quite as Fidel
- Gabriel Soldevilla as Gloria
- Lao Raymundo as Professor
- Jelson Bay as Doctor 2
- Atak Arana as Albert's brother-in-law
- Tess Antonio as Principal
- Ricky Rivero as Hostage Taker
- Rubi Rubi as Doctor 3
- Daniel Pacia as Aristotle's brother-in-law
- Carlos Agassi as Abdul Ador Remi
- Marnie Lapus as Jeannie Napoles
Special participation[]
- Vhong Navarro as Himself
- Vice Ganda as Himself
Filming[]
The filming began in 2013 and wrapped up in about 2 months.
Reception[]
The film received a negative review from one critic[7] for its casting, storyline, and some crude humor.
References[]
- ^ "Moron 5.2 The Transformation Trailer". Viva Ent. September 28, 2014 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Martin Escudero breaks silence about being replaced in Moron 5.2". Pep.ph.
- ^ "Billy Crawford considers his arrest an "eye-opener"". Pep.ph. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
- ^ [1][dead link]
- ^ Jimenez, Joyce. "Marvin Agustin, Jolina Magdangal together again in ABS-CBN?". Philstar.com. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
- ^ "German 'Kuya Germs' Moreno, isinugod sa ospital -- report". Gmanetwork.com. 8 January 2016. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ^ Cruz, Oggs. "'Moron 5.2' Review: Careless callousness". Rappler.com. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
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