Kumander Bawang
Synopsis
Matang Bato is a small village which kept many dark mysteries in its past and they are starting to haunt them once again. Our unlikely hero, Tikboy was a frail teenager seeking to make his grandfather proud by joining in his Moro-Moro stage play. But little did he know there was more to his life than just being a stage actor. Suddenly monsters were appearing left and right, revived and controlled by their leader, Conde Regalado, they struck terror to the village. Acquiring the aid of old hermit, Tinyente Kulog, he learned about his past and how it will help save the villagers. Transformed into Kumander Bawang, armed with garlic bombs and superhuman strength, he ventured forth to end the battle that his father has started twenty years ago.
Top Cast
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Herbert Bautista
Tikboy/Kumander Bawang
Mat Ranillo III
Conde Regalado
Matet De Leon
Luningning
Mia Pratts
Liwayway
Timmy Cruz
Carmen
Jigo Garcia
Odie
Melisa Perez Rubio
Wanda
Jay-Jay Salvador
Ernesto
Vina Morales
Vinia
Joko Diaz
Kiko
Ronald Jayme
Nestor
Berting Labra
Lolo Ambo
Balot
Wang
Balot
Perfidia
Ester Chavez
Aling Sebya
Bebong Osorio
Ka Dario
Vangie Labalan
Ek-Ek
Lucy Quinto
Trinidad
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ramon Jesus Capinpin
- Screenplay & Story
- Jojo Lapus, Jose Javier Reyes
- Original Score
- Mon del Rosario
- Original Title
- Kumander Bawang
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Viva Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ramon Jesus Capinpin
Jojo Lapus, Jose Javier Reyes
Mon del Rosario
Rody Lacap
Augusto Salvador
Vic del Rosario Jr., Ramon Salvador
Department Leadership Roster
Ramon Jesus Capinpin
Director
Jojo Lapus
Screenplay
Jose Javier Reyes
Screenplay
Ramon Salvador
Producer
Rody Lacap
Director of Photography
Augusto Salvador
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kumander Bawang
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What is Kumander Bawang about?
Matang Bato is a small village which kept many dark mysteries in its past and they are starting to haunt them once again. Our unlikely hero, Tikboy was a frail teenager seeking to make his grandfather proud by joining in his Moro-Moro stage play. But little did he know there was more to his life than just being a stage actor. Suddenly monsters were appearing left and right, revived and controlled by their leader, Conde Regalado, they struck terror to the village. Acquiring the aid of old hermit, Tinyente Kulog, he learned about his past and how it will help save the villagers. Transformed into Kumander Bawang, armed with garlic bombs and superhuman strength, he ventured forth to end the battle that his father has started twenty years ago.
Who directed Kumander Bawang?
Kumander Bawang was directed by Ramon Jesus Capinpin.
Who stars in Kumander Bawang?
The principal cast of Kumander Bawang includes Herbert Bautista, Mat Ranillo III, Matet De Leon, Mia Pratts, Timmy Cruz.
When was Kumander Bawang released and how long is it?
Kumander Bawang was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Kumander Bawang?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kumander Bawang was composed by Mon del Rosario.