Magnifico (film)

Magnifico is a 2003 FAMAS Award-winning drama film directed by Maryo J. De los Reyes, written by Michiko Yamamoto, and starring Jiro Manio, Danilo Barrios, Cherry Pie Picache, Amy Austria and Albert Martinez.

Plot

Set in an impoverished town, a couple begin to lose hope and courage when faced with life's adversities - a daughter who suffers from cerebral palsy, a son who loses his scholarship, and a young boy named Magnifico or Ikoy, who is not so good in school. But Ikoy is gifted with a good heart and a large spirit that allows him to give joy to hopeless people in their community and magically transforms their lives for the better.

Cast

Lorna Tolentino ... Edna

Albert Martinez ... Gerry

Gloria Romero ... Lola Magda

Celia Rodriguez ... Ka Doring

Mark Gil ... Domeng

Tonton Gutierrez ... Ka Romy

Jiro Manio ... Magnifico

Amy Austria ... Tessie

Cherry Pie Picache ... Cristy

Danilo Barrios ... Miong

Susan Africa ... Pracing

Isabella De Leon ... Helen

Dindin Llarena ... Ria

Joseph Roble ... Carlo

Girlie Sevilla ... Isang

Jon Romano ... Ria's Father...
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