1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom
Synopsis
In pre-Spanish era Philippines, a young native princess with goddess-like beauty falls in love with a dashing Spanish soldier. Against all odds, and pulled apart by their loyalties to their own people, they fight for their clandestine romance.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
1521 OFFICIAL TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-04
Top Cast
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Danny Trejo
Ferdinand Magellan
Bea Alonzo
Princess Diwata
Costas Mandylor
Lorenzo
Hector David Jr.
Enrique
Maricel Laxa
Ahmani
Michael Copon
Datu Lapu-lapu
Vic Romano
Udong
Larissa Buendia
Humamai
Floyd Tena
Humabon
William T. Amos
Spanish Soldier 1
Giovanni Baldisseri
Spanish Soldier 2
Zosimo Regollo
Spanish Soldier 3
Giulio Di Martile
Spanish Soldier 4
Christopher Gamarcha
Spanish Soldier 5
Sean Judd
Spanish Soldier 6
Eren Kereci
Spanish Soldier 7
Olivier Kretz
Spanish Soldier 8
Jay Mark Omolon
Spanish Soldier 9
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 2, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Barder
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary Krell-Oshi
- Original Score
- Von De Guzmán
- Original Title
- 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- Inspire Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Barder
Mary Krell-Oshi, Francis B. Lara Ho
Von De Guzmán
Michael Barder, Patrick Jess Ferrer
Stephen Wollwerth, Rembrandt Floresca, Michael Barder
Rick Morse, Georges Chamchoum, Francis B. Lara Ho
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Barder
Director
Stephen Wollwerth
Editor
Rembrandt Floresca
Editor
Francis B. Lara Ho
Producer
Mary Krell-Oshi
Screenplay
Michael Barder
Director of Photography
Patrick Jess Ferrer
Director of Photography
Michael Barder
Editor
Francisco Garcia Nebres
Production Design
Von De Guzmán
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom
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What is 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom about?
In pre-Spanish era Philippines, a young native princess with goddess-like beauty falls in love with a dashing Spanish soldier. Against all odds, and pulled apart by their loyalties to their own people, they fight for their clandestine romance.
Who directed 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom?
1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom was directed by Michael Barder.
Who stars in 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom?
The principal cast of 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom includes Danny Trejo, Bea Alonzo, Costas Mandylor, Hector David Jr., Maricel Laxa.
When was 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom released and how long is it?
1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom was composed by Von De Guzmán.