Jaguar
“He has battled with the screen's heavies. Starred opposite its most desirable beauties. Lived thru the full range of human emotions. Now, he is ready for the big time!”
Synopsis
Poldo, a poor man, takes up a job as a security guard at a high-class apartment complex. However, he soon finds himself protecting his employer's son from the violent attacks of a nightclub owner.
Top Cast
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Phillip Salvador
Poldo
Amy Austria
Cristy
Menggie Cobarrubias
Sonny Gaston
Johnny Delgado
Direk San Pedro
Mario Escudero
Berting
Jimmy Santos
Anita Linda
Mother
Aida Carmona
Estrella
Joe Cunanan
Fred Param
Nonoy De Guzman
Eddie Gicoso
Nando Tiongson
Rey Tomenes
Eddie Laburiante
Dexter Doria
Chuchay
Deborah Sun
Apple
Roi Vinzon
Edmon
Release History & Theatrical Window
6th Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lino Brocka
- Screenplay & Story
- Jose F. Lacaba, Ricky Lee
- Original Score
- Vanishing Tribe, Max Jocson
- Original Title
- Jaguar
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Bancom Audiovision
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lino Brocka
Jose F. Lacaba, Ricky Lee, Nick Joaquin
Vanishing Tribe, Max Jocson
Conrado Baltazar
Rene Tala, Augusto Salvador
Rolando S. Atienza
Department Leadership Roster
Lino Brocka
Director
Bobby Bautista
Production Design
Rene Tala
Editor
Jose F. Lacaba
Screenplay
Ricky Lee
Screenplay
Conrado Baltazar
Director of Photography
Augusto Salvador
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jaguar.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jaguar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jaguar about?
Poldo, a poor man, takes up a job as a security guard at a high-class apartment complex. However, he soon finds himself protecting his employer's son from the violent attacks of a nightclub owner.
Who directed Jaguar?
Jaguar was directed by Lino Brocka.
Who stars in Jaguar?
The principal cast of Jaguar includes Phillip Salvador, Amy Austria, Menggie Cobarrubias, Johnny Delgado, Mario Escudero.
When was Jaguar released and how long is it?
Jaguar was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Jaguar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jaguar was composed by Vanishing Tribe, Max Jocson.