Asedillo

Sep 3, 1971

2h 6m

★ 0.0

Overview

In the era of American occupation in the Philippines, Fernando Poe Jr. stars as Teodoro Asedillo, a nationalistic school teacher who transforms into a revolutionary leader. Asedillo's unwavering belief in social justice and workers' rights leads him to challenge the oppressive system. Dismissed from his position as a police chief due to his principles, he forms the Anak Pawis movement, fighting for the rights of the oppressed.

Genres

Action

Production Companies

FPJ Productions

Asedillo Trailers

Cast

Teodoro Asedillo

Fernando Poe Jr.

Julia

Barbara Perez

Carlos Padilla Jr.

Rebecca

Imelda Ilanan

Vicente

Paquito Diaz

Tano

Lito Anzures

Angelo Ventura

Jose Villafranca

Vic Varrion

Mario Escudero

Resty Sandel

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