More name changers
The last time, Highspeed listed some actors who changed their names, like Paraluman who was originally billed Mina de Gracia.
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Movie queens of the ’40s
This columnist was told that young people, even young movie writers, have little idea who reigned as queens in the ...
Strictly onscreen
JaDine, LizQueen, and KathNiel are said to be lovers onscreen and offscreen. But much to the disappointment of their many ...
2nd golden years of PH cinema (’50s)
Highspeed earlier wrote about the first golden years of Philippine cinema (1936-1941), said to have been forgotten and ignored by ...
First golden years of PH cinema (1936-1941)
Film historians and authorities, among them the revered Nestor U. Torre, consider 1936 to 1941 the First Golden Years of ...
2 ‘forgotten’ directors
Agree... so let’s recall for a start two of them, Gregorio Fernandez and Manuel Silos, including their memorable films.
Filmbios of heroes and PH Presidents
Today, June 12, is Independence Day and so Highspeed suggests filmbios of heroes and noted personalities, especially Philippine Presidents.
‘The Durables’
The late Romeo Vasquez came from a noted clan in Tayabas and nearby Quezon towns: Alandy and Sumilang. He was ...
Overlooked golden age
The revered cinema authority Nestor U. Torre has pointed out that Philippine cinema has four and not only three golden ...
‘Walang Kupas’ 2nd time around?
At 80-plus, they are still active in showbiz. Glo’s in GMA’s “Meant to Be.” Eddie’s in ABS-CBN’s “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano.” ...
Lolit and other drama greats
The death of Lolita Rodriguez in California is felt by all those who love drama movies. In the ’50s at ...
When PH ruled Asian cinema
The ’50s (up to the early ’60s) is called the second Golden Age of Philippine Cinema, the first being the ...
Showbiz winners and losers
Back as senators are Tito Sotto, Kiko Pangilinan, and Ralph Recto. Tito’s truly showbiz – actor, TV host, and song ...