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Sa Ngalan Ng Ina- Last 5 days!

If you been following the life journey of Elena Deogracias, you better prepare yourself for the last 5 days of the series. Elena Deogracias now fighting for her family and position as governor of her province is facing the ultimate fight of her life. Lucia Ilustre will not  just let go Elena and Pepe Ilustre have a happy ending and will do everything to kill the woman who stole the love of her husband.

The last 5 days of SA NGALAN NG INA proves to be more exciting and elicit  the best performance from its casts headed by Nora Aurnor as Elena, Christopher de Leon as Pepe Ilustre, Rossana Roces as Lucia Ilustre, and the surprising Nadine Samonte playing Andrea, Elene's stepdaughter.

Sa Ngalan Ng Ina has proven that no matter how her detractors  put her down  , Nora Aunor still has her avid fans   who willingly stay awake late in the evening just to watch the series. Sa ngalan ng Ina is directed by Mario O'Hara and produced by TV5. Sa Ngalan Ng Ina has changed the trend of the primetime tele novela with its clean plot, no  illogical conflicts and with superb performances from its cast.

Don't miss Sa Ngalan Ng Ina last 5 days and  see how this series differs from the rest.

Liwayway Komiks Magazine- The magazine that Boosts Filipino Creative Geniuses

Liwayway  caters to showbiz entertainment to attract
more readers

Liwayway magazine is the only tagalog magazine that is well-recieved and loved by the Filipinos. Filipino  families withstanding its social group read and patronage Liwayway magazine.because it showcases real Filino traits and values. Buhay Pilipino is one of the most loved serial komiks presentations of Liwayway. It depicts a typical Filipino family asserting its place in the society through laughter , tears and joy. The serial brought fame to Mang Teryo, Aling Rosing and their neighbors Tekla and Goryo, and the likes of IPe and  Bengot. The movie version was produced by Sampaguita Pictures and stars Tita Duran,and the then Comedy Queen Chichay as Tekla. Liwayway serves as the haven for "Panitikang Pilipino" with creative geniuses like Jose Corazon de Jesus, Lope Ka Santos, Juan Balmaseda, Florentino Collantes,Severino Reyes, Pedrito Reyes .Liwayway  pages then have the great poems of Lope K. Santos, Huseng Batute and the prosaic classic of Inigo Regalado, Claudo del Mundo, Efren Abueg, Edgardo Reyes and Lualhati Baustista. Liwayway also produces  top Illustrators who later became famous in Komiks Ilustrations and animations.

Liwayway differ from Komiks in a  many ways as the magazine is known for its fquality and literature value. Both has comic illustrations but Liwayway has its prose stories which are Palanca Memorial Awardees. But  no matter how hard Liwayway hold on to its  clean image, there was a time in its history to succumbed to the dictates of times when its pages saw prose stories laced with sex. During those years it needed to struggle with the hardships of a down  economy in  order to survive publication.It catered to bold stories but with prompt elements of quality and  literature.

Today,Liwayway is struggling to survive as its comtemporary Komiks had  seen its decline .With its glossy cover and more comtemporary approach, Liwayway is having a face lift and continues to survive. Liwayway is now part of the Manila Bulletin Publication and has nationawide and selected international circulation servicing Filipino expatriates.

For further reading visit :http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liwayway

Luneta Park (Rizal Park)- A Park With History and Legends

Rizal Monument welcomes every Luneta Visitors

No Filipino will tell he has never been to Luneta or more known today as Rizal Park. Growing Filipino kids are usually treated a day trip to Luneta and school field trips is not complete without dropping by at this Philippines' Most Popular Park.

Luneta Park has withered many seasons and historical changes and still remain the park that it is.; a place for rest and family picnics. Luneta was built after Manila was taken by Spanish Colonizers and became the center of trade and political happenings during Spanish Colonization. It was the hub place for many Illutrados during those days and selectively cater only to the Insulares and the Peninsulares (Insulares are those Spanish born and had live in Spain before relocating in the Philippine while Peninsulares are those Spanish born in the country). Luneta had stood witness to the fall of the Walled City as Dutch Troops tried to capture Manila. It is also the silent witness of that fatal day when the heroic death of Dr. Jose Rizal took place. Luneta saw the gory days during Japanese Occupation during World War II and how the city rebuilt itself during post war era.

Today Luneta or Rizal Park continues to offer shady retreats from daily harsh living and still the favorite park of Filipino families. Although many changes has been added, Luneta still has the nostalgic atmosphere of the 

Komiks- True Pinoy Icon

Tagalog Klasiks Komiks is one of the favorites of Pinoy Komiks readers

It's not uncommon to hear someone who grew up with Komiks to say, "natututo akong bumasa ng dahil sa komiks" .Komiks  begun its glorious days during Redondo Komiks era and the great Mars Ravelo has made it as a household name during peace time (Years immediately  after world war II).

Even during the martial rule, the popularity of komiks were not lessen and in fact , the administration had used it as a means of propagation of  the "Bagong Lipunan" (New Society) as the battlecry of Marcos regime.

Komiks is more of a visual arts than a piece of literature but good writers who started as Komiks writers transformed into acclaimed literature figure.  Lualhati baustista is one of them and the likes of Elena Patron, Gilda Obligado, Helen Meriz, Ric Poblete, Joe Lad Santos became popular through their illustrated novels in Komiks. Many talented Komiks Illustrators also emerged as Philippine finest artist on their own rights.

Popular Komiks that haver million followerds were Tagalog Klasik Komiks, Wakasan Komiks, Pinoy Komiks, Espesyal Komiks, Tapusan Komiks, Lovelife Komiks, United Komiks and other lately publications  like Superstar Komiks, Topstar Komiks, Horror Komiks, Space Horror Komiks.

Truly Pinoy Komiks is an Icon and even it is not as popular it used to be, it will always be a part of ordinary or the "Masang Pinoy" pastime favorites.

To read more about facts and life of Komiks writer, you can visit  komixpage.blogspot.com

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PAL-Philippine Airlines, Asia's First Airline

Philippine Airlines aircraft with the Philippine flag logo

Despite the many problems Philippine Airlines now faces, it is still continuing to serve and remains as the airline worthy to carry the Filipino spirit and the  Philippine Flag.

Philippine  Airlines is originally the flag carrier of the Republic of the Philippines before it was privatized and now owned by Lucio Tan's group of companies. It started with a small twin-engine Beech Model 18 airplane flying the route of from Manila to Baguio City on March 15,1941 with a full 5 passenger full flight. After its maiden flight, PAL became the toast of the town in transportation and communications business.

On the outbreak of World War II, its airplane were turned over to the Military and were used for combat and unfortunately all were destroyed and lost. It resumed its operation on February 11,1946 using ex-military Douglas DC-3s. It was on July 1948, PAL chartered DC-4s to carry American Service men back home to Oakland,California and became the first Asian airline to cross the Pacific. In May 1947, PAL offer a regular service to Madrid making it the first Asia's airline to service Europe. For the next decades, PAL carries regular route to almost two-thirds of the world including Middle east countries.

Philippine Airlines has faced different challenges and had survived them all proving its strong dedication to its customers and to the Filipino people. The iconic airline boosts fleets of Boeing 747-400s,Airbus A340, A330-300s, A320's, A319s and Bombardier Q300 and Q400 turbo-propeller aircraft.. It prides in carrying an average of 12,000 passengers and 180 tons of cargo daily on domestic routes and around 10,000 passengers and 170 tons of daily cargo on international routes. PAL continues to keep up with the growing demands of advancements on aircraft technologies by acquiring new policies and  technologies suited to the demands of the new markets.

Philippine Airlines with its colorful and glorious past is undoubtedly an icon on Philippine airlines history.

Myrna Yao- The woman who introduced BARBIE DOLL to the Filipinos

The iconic Barbie Doll dressed in  Maria  Clara

If not all, most Filipino young girls have and have played with their Barbie Dolls, the iconic doll and they should be thankful to Myra Yao, the woman who introduced and brought Barbie to the Philippines.

Myrna Yao is the CEO of Richwell Trading Corporation, the largest toy distributor in the country and sole distributor of Mattel's Barbie Doll. Myrna Yao, a Filipino-Chinese descendant begun as Barbie Doll collector and her obsession and passion for the doll gave her the idea of  bringing the  doll to the country. Then was the time when Barbie doll could cost a fortune and only those who can travel abroad or have families abroad can avail of the famous doll. Myrna Yao using family resources starter distributing Barbie to the Philippines when the doll was still made from porcelain. It was through her family's business that she started selling the doll and Filipinos (mostly middle-class and affuent families) became fascinated with the doll and sales soared high. The '50's collection was the record-breaking sales and soon Barbie Doll became part of the growing years of every young Filipina.

Myrna Yao did not stop at being a distributor of the doll but also instrumental in introducing Filipino in the world of fashion and Toy collection through her The Barbie Doll Filipiniana Collection. It was her brainchild and was introduced in 1995 worldwide. Another great fashion Icon, Patis Tesoro made partnership with Myrna and The Barbie Maria Clara Collection became the best selling  Barbie Doll in the world.

Myrna Yao did not lose hope when the first time she introduced Barbie to the Philippine, it did not make good sale. But her perseverance and great faith on the doll's unique characteristic, made her efforts paid off well  now that the doll is loved by every girl of all ages.

Myrna Yao introduced Barbie to the Filipinos and Myrna 's Barbie's Maria Clara edition and Filipiniana  Collection introduces Filipinos to the world

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Gloria Romero-Her Star is still shining bright

Gloria Romero  plays Dona Anna In GMA Channnel 7 Munting Heredera

Gloria Romero, the movie Queen of the 1950's is again working and proving she aged with grace and beauty. Playing as Don Anna in GMA Channel 7's  Munting Heredera, Miss Gloria Romero does not fail to grace the television screen  every night from Monday to Friday with her classic beauty and royal grace. Although already in her late 70's, Gloria Romero is still a beautiful face as she was in her younger days in Sampaguita Pictures. She started her caeer in the movies in the early part of the '50's and became the star of Sampauita Pictures. She won her first acting awards in her off-beat role in Manang Biday opposites Ric Rodrigo and co-starring  with Dolphy. The movie has put her on the throne as RP movie Queen and held the title for more than two decades.

The young Gloria Romero as one of favorite products endorsers in '50's.

Gloria Romero was the choice to play Imeda Marcos in "Iginuhit Ng Tadhana" and she played the role with perfection. Gloria's acting career was temporarily put on a stop when she wed the former Sampaguita Pictures actor, Juancho Gutierez and stay away from the limelight for a while. She came back with a vengeance when she starred with Luis Gonzales, her perennial partners in some drama films that capitulated her being an actress.

Gloria Romero is not new to television as she had played off beat role in TV shows like "Palibhasa Lalake" that won her trophy from Star Awards and Catholic Media Mass Awards Her most remembered films have her playing a comic role or an ugly duckling turning into beautiful lady.

Miss Gloria Romero is still very active in her acting career and her star is shining bright as ever.

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Rediscovering Dolphy

Dolphy,the  new generation is  rediscovering him in TV5's Pidol in Wanderland

TV 5 has done a very commendable act by having a show for Dolphy. It is about time that the new generation know Dolphy not only as the King Of Philippine Comedy but as an Icon of Philippine movies.

Dolphy stars in TV5  "Pidol in Wanderlnd", a take off from ""Lola Basyang" where the King of Comedy tells stories where children learn a lesson or two. It makes use of Dolphy's  comic talents as well as his drama skills in every episodes where new sets of stars portray different folklore characters. The show is directed by Dolphy's son Eric Quizon and ably supported by another son, Eppie Quizon.

Dolphy started his career as a dancer in Vaudeville shows and transform into a great actor that he is today. He played second leads to Movie King Rogelio de la Rosa, playing his sidekick and provides comic relief with those early '50's  tearjerker movies. He became the uncle (with his partner Panchito Alba) of young Sampaguita Pictures stars of the 50's and 60's doing musical movies with the likes of Susan Rocess, Amalia Fuentez, Eddie Gutierrez and the stars '66 which include Dindo Fernando, Rosemarie Sonora, and Pepito Rodriquez. Dolphy became a freelancer in the late '60's and did James Bond movies using his flair in dancing and comedy.

His career blossomed and became the undisputed box-office kings with his movies such as Facifica Falayfay, playing gay roles that suit him like a skin. His movie career was made colorful with his affairs with the most beautiful faces in the movie industry such as Pilar Pilapil, Lotis Key, Alma Moreno and Zaza Padilla.

Dolphy's latest movie Rosario again proved that he is not only a star but an actor on his own rights. Many young people who have seen his two movies (Father Jejemom) entries in Metro Manila Film Festival 2010 have rediscovered Dolphy and witnessed how such an actor of his kind can truly be dubbed as "King"

TV 5's Pidol  In Wanderland continues to attract not only former fans of his John and Marsha era but sets of new generation fans rediscovering the great actor that he is.

Ben Cabrera- The Man, the Artist and Himself

Bencab museum in Baguio City

Ben Cabrera or Bencab as he is popularly  known is one of the creative geniuses of modern contemporary Philippine Arts.

His works has the element of comics books which is one of the form of arts he discovered while still a young boy. But he was made famous by an unknown woman Sabel who roamed the street of Sta. Cruz where he lives as a child. Bencab saw in this woman his inspiration and made sketches of her. As an artist, he sees mysteries in his art subject and explored it to send through messages and thoughts.

Bencab arts includes works in sculptures, drawings, etchings and drawing. He admittedly more in love with his drawings more than anything else.

Bencab arts has  strong expression  as he expressed his deepest thoughts and emotions on them. He won his first award while in primary school doing a poster for human rights campaigns. He is an artist whose strength is in the his arts and claimed that his arts focused his mind and drawings is an obsession of sort for him.

Bencab is now a resident of Baguio City after living in Manila and London. He gave up urban living to focus himself in his works in his arts as he beleives that fine arts should be related to one's own experiences and soul.

Bencab has built a mesuem named after him that show off his distinct style in colors, shapes and lines and curves.

Bencab museum is located at Km. 6 Asin Road,Tadiangan,Tuba Benguet.

Top 5 Best Films of 1990’s

Kris Aquino lends some glitters and controversies to  Philippine Showbiz

The  whole country is still trying to assert itself  from transition from martial rule to democracy. The political atmosphere and condition are still in struggle and the country’s economy was deeply affected. The movie industry was greatly affected as brownouts were almost everyday lasting for more than 6 hours. With slow economy, movie productions still managed to come out with good films although box-office results were not that encouraging. The movie industry got excited when a daughter of the Edsa Revolution symbol, the then president Corazon Aquino joined showbiz and lend some glitters and controversies. Kris Aquino, the first daughter became the toss of Philippine Showbiz and the 1990’s witnessed some of her scandalous and controversial showbiz gossips and excursions.

Here’s my top 5 best film of the 1990’s

1.Relasyon-This is a story of a woman who had a relation with a married man. It tackles how Filipino’s Catholics belief honed their moral values and how marital affairs are frown upon by society and the church. Vilma Santos gave a stunning performance here as a mistress who defies society norms and her catholic faith for the sake of the man she loves. In this film Santos won her grand slam awards winning all best actress trophies from different awards giving bodies such as FAMAS, FAP, Gawad Urian and Citizen Catholic Media Awards.

2. Broken Marriage- It tells how family stability can affect its member’s life. It depicts how Filipino families value family and how marital affairs break a family. Vilma Santos leads the cast and under the direction of Ishmael Bernal.

Top 5 Best Film Of 1980's

The late Fernando Poe,Jr stars in Agila

In 1980's ,Film directors became more daring and rebellious in their arts. This paved the way for the creation of the hated MTRB (Movies and Television Review Board) whose duty is to censored and banned movies and Television shows whose ideals and story depart from what Martial rules allows. This angered many film directors and defied Marcos 's MTRB and called it as a tool of supression of artistic expression. Despite the erratic relationship  between the movie industry and Marcos' censorship, 1980's proved to be one of the best era's in Philippine movies and television's history.

Here are my top 5 Best Film of 1960's based on the following criteria: Contribution to the promotion of Filipino culture, Acting and awards and recognition received.

1. Agila- this film was directed by Edde Romero and tells about  the epic life of a Family named Agila. It stars the late presidential candicate Fernando Poe,Jr and Amalis Fuentes playing  as his mother. The film was momentous in productions designs and cinematography. Eddie Romero proves that he is one of the best director the Philippine cinema had ever produced.
2. Brutal- depicts the different perception of morality and how women are abused by society and laws. It was directed by Mariloue Diaz-Abaya and established the lady dorector's  promising career in Philippine cinema. It stras Amy Austria, Lorna Tolentino, Gina Alejar and Sandy Andolong

Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs dies

Steve Jobs with his Apple Ipad tablet

Well, Steve Jobs is not a Filipino but it is a fact that he had touched thousands of Filipino lives with his Apple products. Steve Job is a technology Icon of the world and he had inspired many young Filipinos in dreaming of becoming  a computer genius,too. Many young Fikipino look up Steve Jobs and other computer geniuses like Google, Bill Bates as their inspiration and it is no wonder many of them are  doing great in this cyber world and computer technology.

The world will miss Steve Jobs but his spirit and creative genious will always be remembered. His creations and contribution to the technology industry will always be a part of every new discovery and developments that will come.Steve Jobs will be missed. Steve Jobs will be remembered  always.

Our condolences to the family he left behind. The wrold will continue to support his endeavors and Apple will certainly will have his spirit, determined, dedicated and creative. Steve Jobs, may you live in peace .

Aple did not release details of Steve Jobs death,when and the cause.of his death.

Here's an excerpt of Apple staement about Steve Jobs s death.

 In honor of its legendary founder, Apple remade its Web site, putting a picture of Jobs front and center on its home page. By clicking on the picture, users were greeted with a statement about him from the company.
"Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius and the world has lost an amazing human being," the Apple page said. "Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor.
"Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple."

Top 5 of Best Pinoy Films of 1970's Era

The 70's is considered the darkest moments in the Philippines History as martial rule was then declared by President Ferdinand Marcos. If there's something good that had happened during this era is the awareness of people in Filipino Films. Many exceptionally good films were produced during this era and the birth of Experimental Cinema of the Philippines gave way to the career of many world acclaimed Filipino actors and film makers.
Again here is my list of my  top 5 best films of 1970's. My list is based on three factors namely; contribution to the promotion of Philippine Culture, acting and awards and recognition received

1.Maynila Sa Mga Kuko Ng Liwanag- this is the debut movie of Bembol Rocco who later became one of the finest actors of Philippine Cinema. It tells of the story of two ill-fated lovers who experience the harsh of city living. Hilda Koronel's beautiful face also graced the movie and her soft portrayal of Rocco's provincial lass girlfriend made the movie as touching and moving as it is.

2. Minsa'y isang Gamu=gamo- is a story of Filipinos and American erratic friendship. Nora Aunor plays the character of a Filipina nurse who's dream of working  in the US was cut dead by her brother's death in the hands of American troops in Subic US military base. Jay Ilagan gave a stunning performance as Aunor's boyfriend ironically applying to be a US Navy despite the humiliation his mother suffered in the custody of Military Base's personnel. The film was directed by Lupita Concio who gave new heights in film directing.

Nora Aunor- Still the best Actress!

Nora Aunor 

Last Monday, October 3 2011,Miss Nora Aunor's mini-series debuted  on TV5 's  prime time. The first installment of the series proved to be different from  the usual telenovela with its movie-like production and presentation. Each scene is like a take-off from movie scenes capturing the mood and emotion of the story with its cinematography. The whole cast show off what audiences will anticipate and expect from them each night as the full story begins to unfold.. Rossana Rocess is the one to watch for what she can show more as she plays the role of  the governor's wife whose hidden agenda is yet to be known. That scene where Eugene Domingo asked Elena how's Amang  after Elena returned from the hospital proved Nora is really the great actress of all time. Her simple answer "Patay na" showed her true character, a woman of strong will and spirit. It is just a short scene but it captured the full emotion of the story. That Elena, now that her husband is gone must face a battle that she must fight strongly and victoriously.. Sa Ngalan ng Ina  with its first showing is heading to a different  path and is setting a new trend in telenovela. It  will definitely stay away from those cliff hanger scenes " komiks style"  presentation.

 With  SA NGALAN NG  INA , Mis Aunor will soon be part again of the daily life of the Filipino masses and each night from Monday to Friday will not be complete without watching her as Elena,  the widow and  the unwillingly successor to her husband's political career.  It is another "Superstar Show" in the making.  which is undoubtedly  the longest- running musical show in Philippine television and  had become part of the Sunday nights of many Filipino families .

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Top 5 best film of 1960's

Here are my ist for my top 5 best film of 1960's. Let me remind you again that my list is basd on htee factors namely: Contribution to the promotion of Filipino culture, Acting and awards and recognition received. Here's my top 5 best film made in the era of 1960's.

1, El Filibusterismo-this is a movie version of the famous novel of J.Rizal starring Pancho magalona. The actors gave sterling performance lead by pancho magalona and the plot of corruptions and vengeance were exploited in vivid story-telling style and the cinematography captured the emotions of hatred and resentment.

2.Iginuhit Ng Tadhna- although said to be a political ploy to capture the vote of the masses for then aspiring presidential candidate, Ferdinard marcos, the movie is with less hype and the composed acting of Gloria Romero playing Imedla Marcos gave its serene atmosphere just like the serenity of the 1960's era. Peace and quiet but inspiring is what the movie is at its best.

3.Manila Open City- it boosts of all star casts lead by Charito Solis and produced by Nepomuceno Films. It tells the story of how Manila was during Japanese Occupation and how Manila was saved from more damages. This movie started the trends of all-star casts productions where contract stars from the big 3 productions star in one movbie production.

4.Noli Me tangere- Starring Eddie del Mar as Jose Rizal. This movie is perhpas closest version of the novel and Eddie del Mar is unforgetable in his potrayal of the national Hero Jose Rizal.

5.Tubig sa Ginto- the first mopvie to tackle homsexuality with finese and dramatic twists. Eddie Garcia is superb in his acting and proves to be the best actor himself. It won several thropies in Famas Awards in 1970.

The 1960's era also saw the outstanding box-office prowess of Susan Roces and Eddie Guttierez who mostly made comedy-musical mvoies. It was also in this era that the beautiful faces of Amalia Fuentes, Gina Pareno, Liberty Iligan, Daisy Rodrigues grace the Philippines moviescreen.

Sa Ngalan Ng Ina premieres October 3 at TV5 at primetime

Nora Aunor

Nora Aunor, the only Superstar of Philippine Movie is now back in the country aftr a long absence. She is truly one of the Philippine Icon of the entertainment industry. Now  that she's back, her fans should not miss the debut showing of her mini-series on TV5 SA NGALAN NG INA. This mini-seres will prove once again that Miss Aunor is the great actress that she is.


Sa Ngalan Ng Ina premiers this Monday, October3 right after Willie Revillmane show. It has a giant cast that includes Aunor's estranged-husband,Christopher de Leon and her former-co-stars in much acclaimed movie Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos, Bembol Rocco. It is also directed by Mario O'Hara ,the same director of the said movie. It is a sort of reunion for the three  actors and director.


Noranian, it's time to show hw much you've miss the Superstar. Watch the mini-series every night at TV5.


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Top 5 of Best Pinoy Films of the past Decades (50's-2000's)

Filipinos love watching movies.  It is one of the most –loved pastimes of the ordinary Pinoy. They will spend their hard-earn pesos for a movie ticket most especially of their favorite actress or actors. This is also the reason why pirated movie DVD is selling like hotcakes.  


Filipino films have fascinated Pinoys after our American brothers brought onshore their American films  As we don’t want to left behind, we started  having our own version of Elizabeth Taylor, Lana Turner, Rock Hudson, Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds to name a few. From silent movies to talking movies, Pinoys showered adoration and patronage to Filipino Films. It was during the era of 1950’s that saw the crowning glory of Pinoy films. 


We have actors and actress that come at par when acting is concerned with the Americans. Some of the most luminous names in Filipino Films then are Anita Linda, Mila del Sol, Jose Padilla and Fernando Poe, SR. Pinoy films productions were established during the era and produced quality films that made mark on Philippine’s movie industry. 


Here are the top 5 best film in era of 1950’s. The list is based on the following factors.


Contribution to the Filipino culture
Acting
Recognition and awards received


Here is my list of Top 5 best Pinoy Films in the 1950’s