Bahad (lit. 'Threat') is a 2019 Filipino historical action film edited, composed, written and directed by Bryan Wong, who also stars in the lead role. It tells the story of the conflict between the Civilian Home Defense Forces (CHDF) and rebels in the rural areas of Sarangani. Produced by Bladsmel Films Production, the film was first released on December 4, 2019, as part of the 17th Mindanao Film Festival, where it was given a special citation award for being produced in the action genre.[2]
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| Directed by | Bryan Wong |
| Written by | Bryan Wong |
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| Cinematography | Bordie Carillo |
| Edited by | Bryan Wong |
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Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Cebuano |
| Budget | ₱70,000[3] |
Cast edit
- Bryan Wong as Raul
- Marvin Lim as Kumander Halem
- Agusto Libuton as Col. Tarumo
- Ron Ron Makarunggala as Lukas
- Rod John Ferolino as Rudy
- Mark Dueñas as Gabo
- Cherwin Panimbatan as Roger
- Rhodum Sagario as Dante
- Gene Bayer as Jimmy
- Jay Tabligan as Ronald
- Alan Filoteo as Rommel
- Elvira Amos as Kapitana
- Bordie Carillo as Brando
- Moner Nedal as Datu Mamasil
- Danilo Cutamora Jr. as Kumander Kris
- Analou Jumalon as wife of Gabo
- Kiel Jumalon as daughter of Gabo
Production edit
Bryan Wong, a martial artist[4] and composer,[5][6] shot the film on a ₱70,000 budget.[7]
Release edit
As part of the 17th Mindanao Film Festival, Bahad was first screened at the Cinematheque Centre Davao on December 4, 2019,[8] and later at Cinema 6[9] of the Gaisano Mall of Davao in Davao City.[1][2] The sole award that the film received from the festival was a special citation for telling a story under the action genre.[2]
Home media edit
The film has been made available on the Philippine streaming service RAD from Blackbox Studios.[10]
References edit
- ^ a b Mindanao Film Festival (November 27, 2019). ""Bahad (Threat)" by Bryan Wong". Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. Retrieved October 28, 2023.
- ^ a b c d Bantayan, Joan Mae Soco (December 15, 2019). "Mindanao Film Festival thrives on its 17th". Mindanao Times. Mindanao Times Corporation. Retrieved October 28, 2023.
- ^ "For now here's a scene from our Full Length Film "BAHAD"". Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. May 19, 2020. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved October 28, 2023.
- ^ Wong, Bryan (May 14, 2019). "As a Director, my love and passion for martial arts..." Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
- ^ Glan100 (September 30, 2014). "Glan Centennial ID - "Isang Daang Taon Ka Na"". YouTube. Google LLC. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ makarbros™ (November 26, 2022). "KRUS - Divention". YouTube. Google LLC. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
- ^ Wong, Bryan (May 19, 2020). "I don't know how long am i going to wait before getting back on the set". Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
Entire film was shot in a 70k budget. A very small amount for a full length film.
- ^ Cinematheque Centre Davao (November 3, 2023). "TODAY'S THE DAY!". Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
- ^ Gaisano Mall of Davao (December 4, 2019). "Watch your favorite movies at GCinema!". Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
- ^ "Bahad". RAD. Blackbox Studios. Retrieved October 28, 2023.
