Pepot Superstar
Pepot Artista
“It's not wrong to dream...”
Synopsis
A story about a ten-year-old boy whose dream is to become a movie star. Pepot, the dreamer, is surrounded by people who are equally dazzled by the movie world from his own mother to the principal in his school to the impersonators in the neighborhood carnival. Coming from a poor family, Pepot overcomes adversity to have a chance at fulfilling his dream. He tackles school bullies, a strict teacher, and an unwelcoming world that fail to comprehend his intense desire to become a star. The story happens in the '70s when superstars brightened the film world in Pepot's country.
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Elijah Castillo
Pepot
Rio Locsin
Ina
Cris Villanueva
Ama
Epy Quizon
Tirso
Bituin Escalante
Nora
Joy Soler-de Castro
Madam Hulasky
Nonie Buencamino
Narrator
Shiela Mae Junsay
Gandi
Cedrick Lamberte
Denggoy
Jian Pascual
Juancho
Niña Joyel de Jesus
Vilma
Tado
Ms. Teyk
Lou Veloso
Titser-Director
Yoyoy Villame
Blind Guitarist
Ces Quesada
Aling Didang
Nina Medina
Principal
Missy Maramara
Mommy
Josel Batil
Son
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
- Original Score
- Lorrie Ilustre
- Original Title
- Pepot Artista
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Cinemalaya Foundation, Buruka Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
Lorrie Ilustre
Herky Del Mundo
Daniel Adapon
Clodualdo del Mundo Jr., Herky Del Mundo
Department Leadership Roster
Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
Director
Clodualdo del Mundo Jr.
Writer
Daniel Adapon
Editor
Herky Del Mundo
Director of Photography
Lorrie Ilustre
Original Music Composer
Cesar Hernando
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pepot Superstar
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What is Pepot Superstar about?
A story about a ten-year-old boy whose dream is to become a movie star. Pepot, the dreamer, is surrounded by people who are equally dazzled by the movie world from his own mother to the principal in his school to the impersonators in the neighborhood carnival. Coming from a poor family, Pepot overcomes adversity to have a chance at fulfilling his dream. He tackles school bullies, a strict teacher, and an unwelcoming world that fail to comprehend his intense desire to become a star. The story happens in the '70s when superstars brightened the film world in Pepot's country.
Who directed Pepot Superstar?
Pepot Superstar was directed by Clodualdo del Mundo Jr..
Who stars in Pepot Superstar?
The principal cast of Pepot Superstar includes Elijah Castillo, Rio Locsin, Cris Villanueva, Epy Quizon, Bituin Escalante.
When was Pepot Superstar released and how long is it?
Pepot Superstar was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Pepot Superstar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pepot Superstar was composed by Lorrie Ilustre.