Felix Roco Shines in ‘Engkwentro’
November 27, 2009 by cd
A scion of a local cinema legend Bembol Roco and an up-and-coming heartthrob in Pinoy showbiz, 20-year-old Felix Roco makes a mark with his internationally acclaimed performance in the Venice Film Festival double-awardee Engkwentro.
Taking the lead role of Richard, a gangster running away from the murderous City Death Squad, Felix shows an undeniable range and versatility for what many call one of the most challenging performances ever taken on by an actor. Because Engkwentro was shot a la one continuous take, Felix styled his performance like a stageplay – memorizing all his lines and deeply internalizing his character. With no room for mistakes, Felix delved into the role – doing his own stunts and narrowly avoiding injuries on set.
In order to prepare for his performance, Felix drew from his own past experiences. A former fraternity member, Felix overcame his “wild” younger days and has now transformed himself into a very professional, serious actor. He wants young viewers to follow his example of conquering challenges and chasing dreams.
Felix Roco topbills the award-winning indie film, ENGKWENTRO – in theaters December 11, 12 & 13 at SM Cinemas in Mall of Asia, North Edsa, MegaMall, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo and Bacoor. Inspired by true events, Engkwentro follows the last 24 hours of two teenage brothers on opposite sides of a gang war. With a career-making performance by young heartthrob Felix Roco and directed by 22-year-old Pepe Diokno, the film took home two awards at September’s Venice Film Festival — including the Horizons Prize for new trends in cinema, and the US$ 100,000 Lion of the Future – “Luigi de Laurentiis” Award for best debut film.
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November 28th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
hindi na xa pinigilan ng DOS ang CLAUDINE na yan, kase laos na xa… considering na homegrown talent nila yan… nakakahiya rin ang DOS, matapos i-build up at bigyan ng hindi naman karapat dapat na title yang pokpok na claudine na yan e hindi rin naman pala nila kayang panindigan…
= ofcorz,, super sanay na ang DOS makipaglaro sa busines na yan… xempre, ginawa na nila ang lahat para tapatan o higitan ng star magic queen ang YOUNGSUPERSTAR.. pero they come up wid the conclusion na talagang hindi kaya ng pwersa nila ang JUDAI power,, kaya yun,, they keep JUDAI over that CLAU.. worthy naman yun kapamilya,, yun nga lang nakakahiya kayo… ang dami nyong gimik para c claudine ang kuminang tapos nung aware na kayong hindi nyo kaya c judai,, ayun at tinapon nyo na lanmg ang basurang pokpok sa bakuran ng iba… haha..
= well it really shows that JUDY ANN shines better… aminin na natin!!! un na un!!! – 6 mos. pa b4 maexpire ang contract e may offer for renewal na kagad.. that’s something!!!
November 30th, 2009 at 2:11 am
dapat si KRISTIN HERMOSA ang lilipat pero ayaw ng 2 kase iba ang dating ni tin sa tao…kaya si claudine ang ni release nila….gusto ko dins i MIKEL CAMPOS ang galing umarte…revelation si FELIX ROCO at MIKEL CAMPOS…