Sa Mata ng Balita
“The Birth of Philippine TV, The News and Many Firsts, Unos at Puntos sa Bagong Milenyo”
Synopsis
Sa Mata ng Balita looks back on the 50 years of television history, from the pioneers James Lindenberg of Bolinao Electronics Corporation and Antonio Quirino of Alto Broadcasting Corporation in the 1950s to the merging with the Lopezes' Chronicle Broadcasting Network to form ABS-CBN. From the rise of President Ramon Magsaysay to the Oakwood mutiny during the administration of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, this expansive documentary featuring interviews with some of the country's esteemed broadcast journalists shows that the history of television is also the history of the nation.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dik Trofeo
- Original Score
- Alfredo Ongleo, Fred Ferraz
- Original Title
- Sa Mata ng Balita
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- English, Tagalog
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Production Studios
- ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dik Trofeo
Alfredo Ongleo, Fred Ferraz
Mayette Manlutac, James Flores, Nitz Cabalit
Angela Blardony-Ureta
Department Leadership Roster
Mayette Manlutac
Editor
James Flores
Editor
Nitz Cabalit
Editor
Dik Trofeo
Director
Jon-Jon Banaag
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sa Mata ng Balita.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sa Mata ng Balita
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sa Mata ng Balita about?
Sa Mata ng Balita looks back on the 50 years of television history, from the pioneers James Lindenberg of Bolinao Electronics Corporation and Antonio Quirino of Alto Broadcasting Corporation in the 1950s to the merging with the Lopezes' Chronicle Broadcasting Network to form ABS-CBN. From the rise of President Ramon Magsaysay to the Oakwood mutiny during the administration of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, this expansive documentary featuring interviews with some of the country's esteemed broadcast journalists shows that the history of television is also the history of the nation.
Who directed Sa Mata ng Balita?
Sa Mata ng Balita was directed by Dik Trofeo.
Who stars in Sa Mata ng Balita?
The principal cast of Sa Mata ng Balita includes Harry Gasser, Henry Halasan, Noli De Castro, Orly Mercado, Korina Sanchez.
When was Sa Mata ng Balita released and how long is it?
Sa Mata ng Balita was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 2h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Sa Mata ng Balita?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sa Mata ng Balita was composed by Alfredo Ongleo, Fred Ferraz.