The Moises Padilla Story
“A bold story by a bold writer.”
Synopsis
The story follows an aspiring Negros Occidental mayoral candidate who was tortured and killed during election season in 1951.
Top Cast
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Leopoldo Salcedo
Moises Padilla
Joseph Estrada
Boy
Max Alvarado
Berto
Lilia Dizon
Auring
Rosa Aguirre
Moises' Mother
Joseph de Cordova
Town Mayor
Robert Arevalo
Pvt. Cariño
Alfonso Carvajal
Capt. Enriquez
Ben Perez
Lacson
Jose Reyes
Pres. Ramon Magsaysay
Oscar Roncal
Mila Montañez
Edna Rossana
Paquito Salcedo
Jose Garcia
Martin Marfil
Salvador Zaragoza
Ric Bustamante
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gerardo de Leon
- Screenplay & Story
- Cesar Amigo, Leon O. Ty
- Original Score
- Tito Arevalo
- Original Title
- The Moises Padilla Story
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- MML Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gerardo de Leon
Cesar Amigo, Leon O. Ty
Tito Arevalo
Fortunato Bernardo
Teofilo de Leon
Department Leadership Roster
Gerardo de Leon
Director
Cesar Amigo
Screenplay
Leon O. Ty
Screenplay
Fortunato Bernardo
Director of Photography
Teofilo de Leon
Editor
Nick Gatmaitan
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Moises Padilla Story.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Moises Padilla Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Moises Padilla Story about?
The story follows an aspiring Negros Occidental mayoral candidate who was tortured and killed during election season in 1951.
Who directed The Moises Padilla Story?
The Moises Padilla Story was directed by Gerardo de Leon.
Who stars in The Moises Padilla Story?
The principal cast of The Moises Padilla Story includes Leopoldo Salcedo, Joseph Estrada, Max Alvarado, Lilia Dizon, Rosa Aguirre.
When was The Moises Padilla Story released and how long is it?
The Moises Padilla Story was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Moises Padilla Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Moises Padilla Story was composed by Tito Arevalo.