Asero
Synopsis
Childhood friends Victor and Narding built their friendship in the street. At a very young age, they were partners performing dangerous activities. However, Narding heeds his foster parents’ request for him to enter the seminary to become a priest. Victor is left alone without any parental support. Later on, he grows up to be a criminal. His wayward ways eventually got him imprisoned. Meanwhile, Narding became a good priest. He visits his old friend Victor in the prison and supported him until he finished his term. Narding accompanies Victor to their hometown where Narding works as a parish priest. Albeit their friendship has rekindled, Victor and Narding argue because of their different ways of raising homeless kids. Victor trains them the rough and dangerous ways, while Narding wants them to settle everything in a peaceful manner.
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Cesar Montano
Victor Asero
Ricky Davao
Narding
Gelli De Belen
Vivian
Bembol Roco
Spade
Al Tantay
Bugoy
Lito Legaspi
Col. Marino
Jao Mapa
Troy
Patrick Garcia
Young Victor
Kristopher Peralta
Young Narding
Paula Peralejo
Young Vivian
Alfred Manal
Tisoy
Victor Neri
Ratso
Mark Vernal
Bembo
Kevin Vernal
Bentot
Christopher Roxas
Turko
Jason San Pedro
Topak
Eruel Tongco
Mando
Susan Africa
Chayong
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joey Del Rosario
- Screenplay & Story
- Ricky Lee
- Original Score
- Nonong Buencamino
- Original Title
- Asero
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Star Cinema – ABS-CBN Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joey Del Rosario
Ricky Lee
Nonong Buencamino
Ricardo Remias
Joe Solo
Charo Santos, Lily Monteverde, Malou N. Santos, Simon C. Ongpin
Department Leadership Roster
Joey Del Rosario
Director
Ricky Lee
Screenplay
Malou N. Santos
Producer
Simon C. Ongpin
Producer
Ricardo Remias
Director of Photography
Joe Solo
Editor
Arnel Clemente
Production Design
Noel Luna
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asero
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Asero about?
Childhood friends Victor and Narding built their friendship in the street. At a very young age, they were partners performing dangerous activities. However, Narding heeds his foster parents’ request for him to enter the seminary to become a priest. Victor is left alone without any parental support. Later on, he grows up to be a criminal. His wayward ways eventually got him imprisoned. Meanwhile, Narding became a good priest. He visits his old friend Victor in the prison and supported him until he finished his term. Narding accompanies Victor to their hometown where Narding works as a parish priest. Albeit their friendship has rekindled, Victor and Narding argue because of their different ways of raising homeless kids. Victor trains them the rough and dangerous ways, while Narding wants them to settle everything in a peaceful manner.
Who directed Asero?
Asero was directed by Joey Del Rosario.
Who stars in Asero?
The principal cast of Asero includes Cesar Montano, Ricky Davao, Gelli De Belen, Bembol Roco, Al Tantay.
When was Asero released and how long is it?
Asero was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Asero?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Asero was composed by Nonong Buencamino.