Badjao
“A pagan boy and a beautiful Moslem girl fulfill their fiery and primitive love!”
Synopsis
Hassan, the son of a tribe chief of the Badjaos, a pagan, sea-dwelling Filipino tribe, meets and falls for Bala Amai, the niece of the chief of the Tausugs, an Islamic, land-dwelling tribe. Although the Hassan is willing to give up his lifestyle for Bala Amai and vice versa, the Tausugs plot to break up the union of the happy couple.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Adelaide Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 20, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lamberto V. Avellana
- Screenplay & Story
- Rolf Bayer
- Original Score
- Francisco Buencamino Jr.
- Original Title
- Badjao
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- LVN Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lamberto V. Avellana
Rolf Bayer
Francisco Buencamino Jr.
Mike Accion
Enrique Jarlego, Sr.
Narcisa de Leon
Department Leadership Roster
Rolf Bayer
Writer
Lamberto V. Avellana
Director
Enrique Jarlego, Sr.
Editor
Mike Accion
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Badjao
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Badjao about?
Hassan, the son of a tribe chief of the Badjaos, a pagan, sea-dwelling Filipino tribe, meets and falls for Bala Amai, the niece of the chief of the Tausugs, an Islamic, land-dwelling tribe. Although the Hassan is willing to give up his lifestyle for Bala Amai and vice versa, the Tausugs plot to break up the union of the happy couple.
Who directed Badjao?
Badjao was directed by Lamberto V. Avellana.
Who stars in Badjao?
The principal cast of Badjao includes Rosa Rosal, Tony Santos, Leroy Salvador, Joseph de Cordova, Vic Silayan.
When was Badjao released and how long is it?
Badjao was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Badjao?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Badjao was composed by Francisco Buencamino Jr..