The Bit Player movie poster

The Bit Player

"There are no small roles. Only bit players."

July 26, 2013 1h 51m 7.2/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 2013. The Bit Player is a comedy/drama film. directed by Jeffrey Jeturian.

Starring Vilma Santos, Fatima Centeno, and Marlon Rivera

Synopsis

A socio-realist drama-comedy film, it follows a seemingly usual day in the life of Loida Malabanan as she embarks on yet another shooting day of a soap opera as an extra. As the shoot goes on, we get a glimpse of the truth in the ruling system of the production as well as the exploitation of the marginalized laborers like her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 26, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (6 votes)
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Language TL Original language
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Country Philippines Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TL

Production Companies

  • Quantum Films
  • Cinemalaya Foundation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bit Player about?

A socio-realist drama-comedy film, it follows a seemingly usual day in the life of Loida Malabanan as she embarks on yet another shooting day of a soap opera as an extra. As the shoot goes on, we ...

Who directed The Bit Player?

The Bit Player was directed by Jeffrey Jeturian.

How long is The Bit Player?

The Bit Player has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was The Bit Player released?

The Bit Player was released on July 26, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Bit Player?

The main cast of The Bit Player includes Vilma Santos, Fatima Centeno, Marlon Rivera, Vincent de Jesus, Ruby Ruiz.