Kid, Huwag Kang Susuko (transl. Kid, Don't Give Up) is a 1987 Philippine martial arts drama film directed by Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes. The film stars Richard Gomez as the title role. The film is a Philippine rendition of the 1984 movie The Karate Kid. [1][2][3][4]
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| Screenplay by | Alfred Yuson |
| Story by | K. Sy Hoda |
| Produced by | Lily Monteverde |
| Starring | Richard Gomez |
| Cinematography | Eduardo Jacinto |
| Edited by | Jesus Navarro |
| Music by | Nonong Buencamino |
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| Distributed by | Regal Films |
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Running time | 125 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
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The film is streaming online on YouTube.
Synopsis
editBreaking away from his private and quiet life, Cesar "Sawie", a renowned karate master is teaching martial arts to poor children. His life of solitude has been disrupted when his rival enemy, Wyrlo forces him back to spotlight and challenges him for a one on one battle.
Cast
edit- Richard Gomez as Cesar "Sawie" Arroyo
- Nida Blanca as Aling Turing
- Mark Gil as Wyrlo
- Rachel Ann Wolfe as Ogie
- Mel Martinez as Pongkee
- Peewee Quijano as Shado
- Jang Hwan Kim as Mr. Tan
- Romy Romulo as Coach Alegre
- Sammy Brillante as Durano
- Bernard Cañaberal as Genevie
- E.R. Ejercito as Mano
- Bobby Reyes as Hapon
- Crispin Medina as Tournament Referee
Awards
edit| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 1988 | 35th FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Mark Gil | Nominated | [5] |
| Best Supporting Actress | Nida Blanca | Won | [6] | ||
| Best Child Actor | Mel Martinez | Won | |||
| Best Screenplay | Alfred Yuson | Won | |||
| 6th FAP Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Nida Blanca | Won | ||
References
edit- ↑ "Kid, Huwag Kang Susuko". National Mid-week. 2. Lagada Publications: 38. 1987. Retrieved July 1, 2021 – via Google Books.
- ↑ David, Joel (1990). The National Pastime: Contemporary Philippine Cinema. Anvil Publishing. p. 110. ISBN 9789712700118. Retrieved July 1, 2021 – via Google Books.
- ↑ Yuson, Alfred (2005). Luto, Linis, Laba: Isang Dula, Tatlong Yugto. UST Publishing House. p. xvi. ISBN 9789715063579. Retrieved July 1, 2021 – via Google Books.
- ↑ Cowie, Peter (1989). International Film Guide. Tantivy Press. p. 280. Retrieved July 1, 2021 – via Google Books.
- ↑ Cruz, Oggs (September 2, 2014). "Mark Gil and his many roles, from neophyte to benefactor". Rappler. Retrieved July 1, 2021.
- ↑ Yuson, Alfred (May 18, 2020). "Farewell to Peque". The Philippine Star. Retrieved July 1, 2021.