Badjao
"A pagan boy and a beautiful Moslem girl fulfill their fiery and primitive love!"
Originally released in 1957. Badjao is a drama/romance film. directed by Lamberto V. Avellana.
Starring Rosa Rosal, Tony Santos, and Leroy Salvador
Synopsis
Hassan, the son of a tribe chief of the Badjaos, a pagan, sea-dwelling Filipino tribe, meets and falls for Bala Amai, the niece of the chief of the Tausugs, an Islamic, land-dwelling tribe. Although the Hassan is willing to give up his lifestyle for Bala Amai and vice versa, the Tausugs plot to break up the union of the happy couple.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 3, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
TL
Original language
Country
Philippines
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- TL
Production Companies
- LVN Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Badjao about?
Hassan, the son of a tribe chief of the Badjaos, a pagan, sea-dwelling Filipino tribe, meets and falls for Bala Amai, the niece of the chief of the Tausugs, an Islamic, land-dwelling tribe. Althoug...
Who directed Badjao?
Badjao was directed by Lamberto V. Avellana.
How long is Badjao?
Badjao has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Badjao released?
Badjao was released on June 3, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Badjao?
The main cast of Badjao includes Rosa Rosal, Tony Santos, Leroy Salvador, Joseph de Cordova, Vic Silayan.