Muling Umawit ang Puso is a 1995 Philippine drama film directed by Joel Lamangan. The film stars Nora Aunor, Donna Cruz and Ian de Leon. It was one of the entries in the 1995 Metro Manila Film Festival, where it won the most awards including Best Picture.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
| Muling Umawit ang Puso | |
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 Home Video Release Cover | |
| Directed by | Joel Lamangan |
| Written by | Ricky Lee |
| Produced by | William Leary |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Ricardo Jacinto |
| Edited by | Jess Navarro |
| Music by | Vehnee Saturno |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Viva Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 130 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Cast edit
- Nora Aunor as Loida Verrano
- Donna Cruz as Noemi Salazar
- Ian De Leon as Vincent
- Ricky Davao as Cong. Tony Gallardo
- Albert Martinez as Miguel Sanchez
- Rita Avila as Glenda Andrada
- Michael De Mesa as Diosdado Rivera
- Suzette Ranillo as Lani
- Jennifer Sevilla as Karla
- Mandy Ochoa as Michael
- Luz Valdez as Gracia
- Lucita Soriano as Mameng
- Jim Pebangco as Badong
- Rolando Tinio as Dindo
- Tony Mabesa as Sen. Labrador
- Marie Barbacui as Esper
Production edit
Following the success of The Flor Contemplacion Story, the film was announced in July 1995 with Nora Aunor, Donna Cruz and Ian de Leon as part of the cast. Bing Loyzaga was initially cast in the film, but backed out due to scheduling conflicts and was replaced by Rita Avila.[7][8]
Reception edit
Muling Umawit ang Puso received dominantly positive reviews. Noel Vera praised the story's strong beginning and climax, but dismissed its ending as a "letdown" from combining the subplots into one. He also praised the performances of the stars.[9] Isah Red of the Manila Standard considers the film an honest one. He praised Lamangan for inserting "truth and honesty" to the story, as if he's "capturing reality" in the film. He praised the performances of the stars, including Aunor, for giving "cinematic truth to her character".[10]
Awards edit
| Year | Group | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Picture | Muling Umawit ang Puso | Won | [11] |
| Best Director | Joel Lamangan | Won | |||
| Best Actress | Nora Aunor | Won | |||
| Best Supporting Actress | Donna Cruz | Won | |||
| Best Supporting Actor | Albert Martinez | Won | |||
| Best Art Production | Won | ||||
| Best Screenplay | Ricky Lee | Won | |||
| Best Story | Ricky Lee | Won | |||
| Best Music | Won | ||||
| Best Theme Song | Muling Umawit ang Puso | Won | |||
| Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Awards | Muling Umawit ang Puso | Won | |||
| 1996 | FAMAS Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Donna Cruz | Nominated | |
| Gawad Urian Awards (Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino) | Best Supporting Actor | Albert MArtinez | Nominated | ||
| Best Supporting Actress | Jeniffer Sevilla | Nominated | |||
| Best Music | Vehnee Saturno | Nominated | |||
| Young Critics Circle | Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role | Nora Aunor | Nominated |
References edit
- ^ Vera, Noel (2005). Critic After Dark: A Review of Philippine Cinema. BigO Books. pp. 193–194. ISBN 9789810531850. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google Books.
- ^ Kamote, Kalabasa (February 14, 2014). "Filipino Movies with Titles that Include the Word "Puso" (Heart): 1994 to 1996". Pinoy Pop Culture. Retrieved March 21, 2023.
- ^ Japitana, Norma (December 6, 1995). "Who's Got The Curves". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 31. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Red, Isah (December 7, 1995). "Time Runs Out on Nora". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 32. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Japitana, Norma (December 9, 1995). "Getting to Know Rommel". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 30. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Red, Isah (December 14, 1995). "Eric Quizon to Direct Road Movie in US". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 40. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Red, Isah (July 25, 1995). "Gloria Diaz is Hoping for an Annulment". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 22. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Red, Isah (August 11, 1995). "Poor Little Rich Girl". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 22. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ Vera, Noel (December 30, 1995). "Superstar". Big-O-Zine. Retrieved March 21, 2023.
- ^ Red, Isah (December 21, 1995). "Lamangan Resttructures the Melodrama". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. p. 32. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
- ^ "Nora, Richard Bag Top MMFF Awards". Manila Standard. Philippine Manila Standard Publishing. December 29, 1995. p. 31. Retrieved March 21, 2023 – via Google News.
