Bente
Originally released in 2009. Bente is a drama film. directed by Mel Chionglo.
Starring Richard Gomez, Jinggoy Estrada, and Iza Calzado
Synopsis
A back to back treatment of a malaise which has shocked Philippine society for the past so many years: the mysterious disappearances and killings of Filipino journalists and activists. The film focuses on a hard-hitting radio commentator and his conflict with a former classmate who is a suburban town mayor. The radioman’s story runs parallel to the tale of a student-activist on the run with his activist-girlfriend. These parallel stories are interwoven with a third story, that of the former military man , now their would-be assassin. This killer’s unexpected obsession with his wife leads to a climax of murder and mayhem.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 8, 2009
16 years ago
User Rating
1.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Philippines
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Sine Direk
- APT Entertainment
- Directors Guild of the Philippines
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bente about?
A back to back treatment of a malaise which has shocked Philippine society for the past so many years: the mysterious disappearances and killings of Filipino journalists and activists. The film foc...
Who directed Bente?
Bente was directed by Mel Chionglo.
When was Bente released?
Bente was released on July 8, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bente?
The main cast of Bente includes Richard Gomez, Jinggoy Estrada, Iza Calzado, Snooky Serna, Emilio Garcia.