Moron 5.2: The Transformation
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| Directed by | Wenn V. Deramas |
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| Story by | Wenn V. Deramas |
| Produced by | Vic del Rosario Jr. |
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| Cinematography | Elmer H. Despa |
| Edited by | Marya Ignacio |
| Music by | Vincent de Jesus |
Production companies | Viva Films MVP Entertainment (uncredited) |
| Distributed by | Viva Films |
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Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
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| Box office | ₱33 Million |
Moron 5.2: The Transformation is a 2014 Filipino comedy film that is the direct sequel of Moron 5 and the Crying Lady starring Luis Manzano, Billy Crawford, Marvin Agustin, Matteo Guidicelli, DJ Durano and John Lapus.[1][2][3][4][5]
Unlike the first film, MVP Entertainment was not involved the film. This is also the last film appearance of comedian German Moreno, who died in a cardiac arrest in Quezon City, Diliman on January 8, 2016, aged 82.[6]
The film also stars Matteo Guidicelli as a replacement of Martin Escudero due to his scheduling conflicts with Feng Shui 2.
Plot
Five men with low IQs become superheroes in an attempt to make their children proud. Beckie Pamintuan (John Lapus) will never stop until the 5 idiotic friends taste defeat. Willing to do anything to see the friends fall apart as revenge to his humiliation.
Cast
Main characters
- Luis Manzano as Albert Macapagal
- Billy Crawford as Isaac Estrada
- Marvin Agustin as Aristotle Ramos
- DJ Durano as Mozart Twister Aquino
- Matteo Guidicelli as Michael Angelo Marcos
- Martin Escudero as Michael Angelo in flashback (uncredited)
- John Lapus as Becky Pamintuan
Supporting characters
- Nikki Valdez as Marife Ramos
- Mylene Dizon as Sally Aquino
- Yam Concepcion as Selina Macapagal
- Danita Paner as Amor Estrada
- Joy Viado† as Sarah Joy/Tiyahin of Aris (flashback)
- German Moreno† as Isaac's father
- Dennis Padilla as Michael's father
- Jon Santos as Albert's mother
- Divina Valencia as Albert's mother-in-law
- Deborah Sun as Mozart's mother
- Joey Paras† as Congressman
- Karla Estrada as Doctor 1
- Manuel Chua as Thomas
- Boom Labrusca as Edison
- Chrome Cosio as Benok
- Marco Masa as Marcos "Macoy" Macapagal
- Chlaui Malayao as Corina "Coring" Aquino
- Rain Prince Allan Quite as Fidel Estrada
- Gabriel Soldevilla as Gloria Ramos
- Lao Raymundo as Professor
- Jelson Bay as Doctor 2
- Atak Arana as Albert's brother-in-law
- Tess Antonio as Principal
- Ricky Rivero as Hostage Taker
- Rubi Rubi as Doctor 3
- Daniel Pacia as Aristotle's brother-in-law
- Carlos Agassi as Abdul Ador Remi
- Marnie Lapus as Jeannie Napoles
Special participation
- Vhong Navarro as himself
- Vice Ganda as himself
Filming
The filming began in 2013 and wrapped up in about 2 months.
Reception
The film received a negative review from one critic[7] for its casting, storyline, and some crude humor.
References
- ^ "Moron 5.2 The Transformation Trailer". Viva Ent. September 28, 2014 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Martin Escudero breaks silence about being replaced in Moron 5.2". Pep.ph.
- ^ "Billy Crawford considers his arrest an "eye-opener"". Pep.ph. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
- ^ "Fun galore in 'Moron 5.2: The Transformation' | Manila Bulletin | Latest Breaking News | News Philippines". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on December 6, 2014. Retrieved February 10, 2016.
- ^ Jimenez, Joyce. "Marvin Agustin, Jolina Magdangal together again in ABS-CBN?". Philstar.com. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
- ^ "German 'Kuya Germs' Moreno, isinugod sa ospital -- report". Gmanetwork.com. January 8, 2016. Retrieved January 8, 2016.
- ^ Cruz, Oggs (November 8, 2014). "'Moron 5.2' Review: Careless callousness". Rappler.com. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
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