“Amigo” is a 2010 movie shown in the Philippines on the 6th of July, 2011. The film, directed by John Sayles, is a dramatic war story starring Arthur Acuña, Irma Adlawan, and John Arcilla, that gives a fictional account of events during the Philippine-American War. At the same time, it provides insights into its filming locations and interesting facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
“Amigo” was shot in the picturesque location of Bohol, Philippines. The exact places where the movie was filmed include Antequera, Maribojoc, Panglao, Corella, and Loay. The filming dates have not been specified.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Arthur Acuña | Locsin |
| Irma Adlawan | Josefa |
| John Arcilla | Nenong |
| Merlin Bonning | Creighton |
| Ermie Concepcion | Dolores |
| Chris Cooper | Col. Hardacre |
| Dane DeHaan | Gil |
| Garret Dillahunt | Lt. Compton |
| Brian Lee Franklin | Lynch |
| Joe Gruta | Hilario |
| J.P. Jagunos | Eloy |
| Ronnie Lazaro | Simon |
| Rio Locsin | Corazon |
| Diana Malahay | Trinidad |
| Raul Manikan | Felix |
| Spanky Manikan | Tuba Joe |
| Pen Medina | Albay |
| Lucas Neff | Shanker |
| James Obenza | Joaquinito |
| Jemi Paretas | Zuñiga |
| James Parks | Sgt. Runnels |
| Bodjie Pascua | Sixto |
| DJ Qualls | Zeke |
| Lady Jane Rellita | Azalea |
| Bembol Roco | Policarpio |
| Bill Tangradi | Dutch |
| Stephen Monroe Taylor | Bates |
| Joel Torre | Rafael |
| Ka Chun Tsoi | Moon |
| Yul Vazquez | Padre Hidalgo |
| Angelito Bertucio | Villager |
| Janelle Borcelas | Villager |
| Jean Kyle Borcelas | Villager |
| John Albert Borcelas | Villager |
| Mary Cris Cruz | Villager |
| Ruben Denoy Jr. | Villager |
| Rachelle May Fernandez | Villager |
| Wendell Fernandez | Villager |
| Reymark Gamayon | Villager |
| Doselia Lanzon | Villager |
| Rosario Lanzon | Villager |
| Sheina Madale | Villager |
| Rosario Mirabile | Villager |
| Benedicta Moncano | Villager |
| Ciriaco Moncano | Villager |
| Egloferia Moncano | Villager |
| Felipa Moncano | Villager |
| Paterna Moncano | Villager |
| Zacarias Ocdenaria | Villager |
| Narciso Pana | Villager |
| Florita Paderog | Villager |
| Lourdes Pampilo | Villager |
| Maria Fe Recamara | Villager |
| Agnes Resabal | Villager |
| Francisco Resabal | Villager |
| Glenn Resabal | Villager |
| Julie Ann Ruben | Villager |
| Maria Leah Samson | Villager |
| Lemuel Samampong | Villager |
| Louis Marie Talinda | Villager |
| Mimmi Ventures | Villager |
| Ronel Zambra | Villager |
| Erik Anderson | U.S. Soldier |
| Dieter Balke | U.S. Soldier |
| Will Boddington | U.S. Soldier |
| Mique Urrejola | U.S. Soldier |
| Kenny Guay | U.S. Soldier |
| Ben Harvey | U.S. Soldier |
| Rainer Moore | U.S. Soldier |
| Luke Renzi-Robertson | U.S. Soldier |
| Jose David Sanchez | U.S. Soldier |
| Ian Thompson | U.S. Soldier |
| Brian Wilson | U.S. Soldier |
| Ursesio Amon | Guerilla |
| Rodel Barbanida | Guerilla |
| Gerardo Calle Jr. | Guerilla |
| Jeremias Gentallan | Guerilla |
| Crommuel Mandane | Guerilla |
| Segundo Naranjo | Guerilla |
| Anecito Obenza | Guerilla |
| Roberto Gica | Coolie |
| Jeremias Morquilla | Coolie |
| Dennis Oppus | Coolie |
| Eusebio Pepito | Coolie |
| Reymond Sanchez | Coolie |
| Floriano Villocido | Coolie |
| Ricardo Barbanida | Vendor |
| Carmen Lomosbog | Vendor |
| Casiano Madane | Vendor |
| Anabel Suvillaga | Vendor |
| Emma Tambis | Vendor |
| Lucy Mae Teves | Vendor |
| Edu Raganas | Guardia Civil |
| Julieto Marzon | Guardia Civil |
| Nick Animas | Fiesta Band |
| Matias Arangoso | Fiesta Band |
| Vicente Horbesia | Fiesta Band |
| Vicente Montajes | Fiesta Band |
| Arnolfo Turco | Fiesta Band |
Trivia and Facts
- John Sayles directed and wrote the movie.
- The main stars are Arthur Acuña, Irma Adlawan, and John Arcilla, playing Locsin, Josefa, and Nenong respectively.
- The film was received positively, earning 1 win and 9 nominations at various award functions.
- The supporting cast included Merlin Bonning as Creighton, Hoffman Cheng as Chop-Chop and Reymart Colestines as Malpulgas among others.
- Notable actors such as Chris Cooper, Dane DeHaan and Garret Dillahunt also made appearances, playing Col. Hardacre, Gil, Lt. Compton.
- Miguel Faustmann was seen as Captain Narvaez in the film.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Antequera, Bohol, Philippines
- Latitude: 9.7740668
- Longitude: 123.920219
- Place ID: ChIJw9y3sFg2qjMRdUWyex-7t4s
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Antequera, Bohol, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
- Location Name: Panglao, Bohol, Philippines
- Latitude: 9.573142899999999
- Longitude: 123.7629465
- Place ID: ChIJYSyyreKsqzMRQQ3cvxgvM78
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Panglao, Bohol, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
- Location Name: Corella, Bohol, Philippines
- Latitude: 9.687230999999999
- Longitude: 123.9415518
- Place ID: ChIJR4JqliZJqjMRDZzkRsbMC6M
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Corella, Bohol, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
