Ismail at Isabel
Synopsis
Playwright Rody Vera lends an intriguing take on the issue of children and war through his opus “Ismail at Isabel". The plot revolves around two characters: Ismail (a Muslim) and Isabel (a Christian), who lived in a village called Dilangawen, an atypical place in Mindanao where Muslims and Christians once settled peacefully until it collapsed due to the pressures of violence and war. Mirroring similar events facing the country today, the play also exposes the plight of children and the ill effects of war towards them, their families and their environment. Although coined as a children’s play, Although it comes with a strong message, “Ismail at Isabel” promises to be an uplifting and celebratory story about the transformative power of hope.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 31, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Screenplay & Story
- Rody Vera
- Original Title
- Ismail at Isabel
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- CGEAHS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rody Vera
Department Leadership Roster
Rody Vera
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ismail at Isabel
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What is Ismail at Isabel about?
Playwright Rody Vera lends an intriguing take on the issue of children and war through his opus “Ismail at Isabel". The plot revolves around two characters: Ismail (a Muslim) and Isabel (a Christian), who lived in a village called Dilangawen, an atypical place in Mindanao where Muslims and Christians once settled peacefully until it collapsed due to the pressures of violence and war. Mirroring similar events facing the country today, the play also exposes the plight of children and the ill effects of war towards them, their families and their environment. Although coined as a children’s play, Although it comes with a strong message, “Ismail at Isabel” promises to be an uplifting and celebratory story about the transformative power of hope.
Who directed Ismail at Isabel?
Ismail at Isabel was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Ismail at Isabel?
The principal cast of Ismail at Isabel includes Xzyrone Sy.
When was Ismail at Isabel released and how long is it?
Ismail at Isabel was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 50m.