The Guitarist
Gitarista
Synopsis
Dead of night in the old capital, young Marcelo picks up a book amidst the city ruins— effigy to a once promising nation. The Philippines is ruled by one party, dissent is nonexistent and musicians are executed for they hold the key to bring the masses together through the power of music. Marcelo holds the book close. It tells the tale of Diego Masangkay, a guitarist who once led a great rebellion. After finding a guitar of his own, Marcelo sets off on a path to uncover the truth behind an overwhelming force intent to keep his people in total darkness.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
25th Kolkata International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jason Orfalas
- Original Title
- Gitarista
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jason Orfalas
Department Leadership Roster
Jason Orfalas
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Guitarist
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What is The Guitarist about?
Dead of night in the old capital, young Marcelo picks up a book amidst the city ruins— effigy to a once promising nation. The Philippines is ruled by one party, dissent is nonexistent and musicians are executed for they hold the key to bring the masses together through the power of music. Marcelo holds the book close. It tells the tale of Diego Masangkay, a guitarist who once led a great rebellion. After finding a guitar of his own, Marcelo sets off on a path to uncover the truth behind an overwhelming force intent to keep his people in total darkness.
Who directed The Guitarist?
The Guitarist was directed by Jason Orfalas.
Who stars in The Guitarist?
The principal cast of The Guitarist includes Cedrick Juan, Noel Comia Jr., Anna Luna.
When was The Guitarist released and how long is it?
The Guitarist was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.