By WAYLON GALVEZ
Facing the camera is just a regular thing for Barangay Ginebra San Miguel coach Tim Cone.
But six months ago, Cone was in front of a different camera – one that is known with the catch line – “lights, camera, action!”
Cone did a cameo role in a family-oriented film “Kaibigan” that premiered in cinemas last December and aired Friday on GMA 7 as part of its Holy Week presentation.
It was Cone’s first venture in doing a movie, a stint he agreed for two reasons.
“I did the movie because I was a friend of one of the producers,” said Cone. “Also because it was a good cause with an important theme.”
According to its Twitter page @KaibiganMovie, the film is an “inspiring movie about high school life and family interaction” and “will encourage the youth to do what is right and turn away from worldly influences.”
The movie featured talented Fil-Am twins Christian and Jesse Perkins, who were members of their school’s basketball team, and that was were Cone appeared in the film watching games.
Hollywood actor Stephen Baldwin was also in the film together with local artists Tirso Cruz III, Cesar Montano, Jean Garcia, Lani Mercado, Victor Basa, Emmanuelle Vera and Janina Vela.
Danica Sotto and former pro Vince Hizon also made guest appearances.
But after his film debut, Cone would rather stick to his regular job.
“Would I do another? I doubt after seeing my performance in this movie anyone would ever want me again,” said Cone.