Petrang Kabayo (lit. 'Petra the Horse') is a 2010 Filipino fantasy comedy-drama film produced and released by Viva Films. The film was directed by Wenn V. Deramas and stars comedian Vice Ganda in his first lead role. It is a remake of Petrang Kabayo at ang Pilyang Kuting in 1988.[1]
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| Directed by | Wenn V. Deramas |
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| Story by | Mel Mendoza-Del Rosario |
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| Produced by | Vic Del Rosario Jr. |
| Starring | Vice Ganda |
| Cinematography | Elmer Despa |
| Edited by | Marya Ignacio |
| Music by | Vince de Jesus |
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| Distributed by | Viva Films |
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Running time | 106 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
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| Box office | ₱115.4 million (2010) (US$2.56 million) |
Although receiving negative reviews from critics, the film was a box office success earning ₱115.4 million (2010) (US$2.56 million) in its theatrical run.
Plot
editPeter Kasimsiman is a homosexual who is adopted son by a wealthy lady, Doña Biday, after being abused by his father for his orientation. But he becomes abusive of his newfound wealth, and becomes more so, after the death of Doña Biday, leading him to mistreat his servants, employees, friends and even the property's horses. After the death of one of Peter's horses from overwork, Diobayo, the goddess of horses, gives Peter a curse that transforms him into a horse every time he gets angry or does bad things. During his horse phase, he is taken in by his former employee Erickson, who names him Petra and uses him to drive his calesa, only reverting to human form when he performs a good deed. After mending his ways and reconciling with his now repentant father, he voluntarily asks Diobayo to become a horse again to win a race that keeps his estate from falling into bankruptcy. Erickson, in a fit of excitement, kisses Petra, who becomes human is Peter in front of him, to his embarrassment.
Cast and characters
editMain cast
edit- Vice Ganda[2] as Peter Kasimsiman/Pedro/Petra (voice) - Piolo's son/Doña Biday's adoptive son
Supporting cast
edit- Luis Manzano as Erickson Santos
- Abby Bautista as Pauline - Peter's half-sister/ Poldo's daughter
- Gloria Romero as Lola Idang - Erikson and Dickson's grandmother
- Sam Pinto as Samantha - Maita's daughter
- Candy Pangilinan as Maita
- Eagle Riggs as Diobayo - son of Silveria, goddess of horses
- DJ Durano as Dickson Santos - Erikson's cousin
Recurring cast
edit- Joy Viado as Lina - Peter's security
- Tom Rodriguez as Chito
- John Arcilla as Mang Poldo - Peter and Pauline's father
- Ricky Rivero as Geronino
- Celine Lim as Anna
- Jojit Lorenzo as Atty. Manalo
Special participation
edit- Anne Curtis as Kalesa Passenger
- Eugene Domingo as Doña Biday Kasimsiman - Peter's adoptive mother[3]
- Gladys Reyes as Pregnant Kalesa Passenger
- John Lapus as Filipino/Chinese Matron Judy Ann Santos
- Dennis Padilla as Marjoroi
- Makisig Morales as Young Peter/Pedro
- Jason Francisco as Melony Mang Inasal's Waiter
- Nadine Lustre as Dina Helena - Peter's executive assistant
Home video release
editPetrang Kabayo was released on DVD and VCD on December 15, 2010, by Viva Video.
References
edit- ^ Vice Ganda to do remake of 'Petrang Kabayo' Archived October 4, 2013, at the Wayback Machine, Sun.Star Manila, Friday, January 15, 2010.
- ^ "Vice Ganda Stars Remake Petrang Kabayo". ABS-CBN News. January 15, 2010.
- ^ "John Lapus thankful for all the good breaks". The Philippine Star. August 30, 2010. Retrieved October 2, 2013.