Title: Valentin Zapanta - Alyas Ninong: Huling Kilabot Ng Tondo (lit.: Valentin Zapanta - Alias Godfather: Last Terrorise of Tondo)
Also Known As: Alyas Ninong: Huling Kilabot Ng Tondo
Genre: Action
Runtime: 1h 51m
Released: 18 September 1991
Country of Origin: Philippines
Language: Filipino
Director: Jose N. Carreon
Writer: Jose N. Carreon
Production Company: OctoArts Films
Synopsis: In the sprawling metropolis of Tondo, Manila, there is a figure of enormous influence and respect, none other than Valentin Zapanta, affectionately known as Ninong. This revered individual, with his commanding presence and shrewd intellect, has created a vast territory that stretches far and wide, encompassing both the busy streets and hidden corners of this bustling city.
Ninong's dominance, woven like a tapestry of threads of power and authority, has made him a desirable target for those seeking to climb the ladder of influence. But little did he know that the very person he had taken under his wing, his trusted friend and protégé, would end up becoming the harbinger of his downfall.
The bond between Ninong and his protégé was formed in the crucible of loyalty and mutual respect. Together they navigated the dangerous waters of Tondo's underworld, their footsteps echoing through dimly lit alleys and secret meeting places. With his astute wisdom, Ninong passed on his knowledge and experience to his protégé, nurturing him like a delicate flower in the middle of a concrete jungle.
But unfortunately, the seeds of betrayal were sown in the fertile soil of their friendship. As the tendrils of power began to wrap around his charge's heart, a sinister transformation occurred. The once faithful confidant, now consumed by ambition and greed, cast aside the sacred bond they had shared like a discarded cloak.
Ninong, with his keen intuition, had sensed a change in the wind long before the storm of betrayal struck. Yet he never imagined that the very person he had trusted with his deepest secrets and vulnerabilities would be the one to stab him in the back. The pain of this betrayal ran deep, like a wound that would not heal, and made Ninong question the very nature of trust and loyalty.
As the sun sets over the vast urban landscape of Tondo, Manila, the once inextricable bond between Ninong and his protégé breaks and is scattered like shards of glass on the cold, unforgiving pavement. Echoes of their shared past echo through the alleys, a haunting reminder of the fragility of human bonds and the darkness that can lurk in even the closest of friendships.
TOP BILLED CAST & CREW: | |
ACTOR | ROLE |
Eddie Garcia | Valentin Zapanta |
Jeric Raval | Boying |
Edmund Cupcupin | Asiong |
Rest of cast listed alphabetically: | |
Rez Cortez | |
Ernie David | |
Nonong De Andres | |
Johnny Delgado | Capt. Tamayo |
Romy Diaz | Kadyo |
Mark Gil | Tisoy |
King Gutierrez | |
Dick Israel | Duwall |
Berting Labra | Damu |
Jennifer Mendoza | |
Rocco Montalban | |
Avel Morado | Abel |
Bomber Moran | Dagul |
Rina Reyes | Marla |
Charo Santos-Concio | Nana Chedeng (as Charo Santos) |
Robert Talabis | Edong (as Bobby Talabis) |
Rommel Valdez | Tomoy |
Zandro Zamora | Pepe |
Produced by | |
Orly Ilacad | executive producer |
Simon C. Ongpin | producer |
Cinematography by | |
Felizardo Bailen | |
Editing by | |
Pepe Marcos | film editor |
Production Design by | |
Joey Luna | |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director | |
Jojo Lapus | associate director (as Jojo M. Lapus) |
Sound Department | |
Rolly Ruta | sound supervisor |
Stunts | |
Eddie Nicart | stunt director |
Music Department | |
Mon Del Rosario | musical director |
Eddie Garcia | singer |
Michael V. | sung by |
