Malvarosa
Synopsis
A poignant story of a family’s struggles in life. It tells of Rosa, who lives in the slums near the railroad tracks, with her mother and five brothers. Her mother wallows in guilt and depression when her drunkard father is run over by a train. Though she is set to marry her fiancé, Rosa chooses to put her family’s needs before her own. Rosa’s brothers also carry their own burdens, except for one, the youngest, Avelino, who helps his sister shoulder the weight of the family’s problems.
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MALVAROSA - QCinema 2019
Type: Teaser • Published 2019-09-26
Top Cast
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Charito Solis
Rosa
Leroy Salvador
Candido
Carlos Padilla Jr.
Alberto
Eddie Rodriguez
Avelino
Vic Silayan
Melanio
Rebecca Del Rio
Sinforosa
Vic Diaz
Leonides
Rey Ruiz
Vedasto
Linda Roxas
Miling
Johnny Reyes
Tony
Priscilla Ramirez
Aling Ipang
Ramon Olmos
Damian
Nita Ramos
Linda
Johnny Legarda
Levi Celerio
Caridad Sanchez
Babae ni Melanio
Perla Bautista
Babae ni Melanio
Segundo Maniquiz
Release History & Theatrical Window
Korean Film Archive
Festival / Special Debut
November 3, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregorio Fernandez
- Screenplay & Story
- Consuelo P. Osorio
- Original Score
- Francisco Buencamino Jr.
- Original Title
- Malvarosa
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- LVN Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregorio Fernandez
Consuelo P. Osorio, Clodualdo Del Mundo Sr.
Francisco Buencamino Jr.
Mike Accion
Teofilo de Leon, Leandro German, Felizardo Santos
Narcisa de Leon
Department Leadership Roster
Consuelo P. Osorio
Screenplay
Gregorio Fernandez
Director
Narcisa de Leon
Producer
Teofilo de Leon
Editor
Leandro German
Editor
Felizardo Santos
Editor
Mike Accion
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Malvarosa
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What is Malvarosa about?
A poignant story of a family’s struggles in life. It tells of Rosa, who lives in the slums near the railroad tracks, with her mother and five brothers. Her mother wallows in guilt and depression when her drunkard father is run over by a train. Though she is set to marry her fiancé, Rosa chooses to put her family’s needs before her own. Rosa’s brothers also carry their own burdens, except for one, the youngest, Avelino, who helps his sister shoulder the weight of the family’s problems.
Who directed Malvarosa?
Malvarosa was directed by Gregorio Fernandez.
Who stars in Malvarosa?
The principal cast of Malvarosa includes Charito Solis, Leroy Salvador, Carlos Padilla Jr., Eddie Rodriguez, Vic Silayan.
When was Malvarosa released and how long is it?
Malvarosa was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Malvarosa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Malvarosa was composed by Francisco Buencamino Jr..