Miguel Rodriguez (actor)

Miguel Benedict Rodriguez (November 23, 1961 – February 14, 1997)[1] was a Filipino actor and model. He got his start in show business when he was discovered by the highly-regarded activist, influential filmmaker, National Artist for Film,[2] Lino Brocka,[3][4] who cast him in a Close Up commercial in 1981. Often referred to as the "Filipino Christopher Reeve", he was most famous for his roles on the television sitcom Palibhasa Lalake[5][6] and opposite Sharon Cuneta in the 1983 movie "To Love Again". He was also known for having appeared with Snooky Serna in the 1984 film Experience in which he played the actor whose character protected Snooky from a person stalking her.[7] Experience was directed by no other than Lino Brocka,[8] and written for the screen by another pillar of Philippine film, journalism, and literature, Pete Lacaba.[9]

Miguel Rodriguez
Screen capture from the movie To Love Again in 1983
Born
Miguel Benedict Rodriguez

(1961-11-23)November 23, 1961
Las Piñas City, Metro Manila, Philippines
DiedFebruary 14, 1997(1997-02-14) (aged 35)
Parañaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Resting placeManila Memorial Park, Parañaque City
OccupationActor, model
Years active1981–1996
AwardsFAMAS Best Supporting Actor (Ibulong Mo sa Diyos)

Notably, he starred as the Filipino-Spanish Ilustrado,[10] Alfonsito, in the 1985 award-winning and daring period film Virgin Forest [11]-- directed by the celebrated and multi-awarded Filipino film-maker, Peque Gallaga,[12] [13] and which musical score[14] was provided by another film icon, Jaime Fabregas.[15] Seven years later, Miguel and Peque will have worked again in the movie, Adventures of Gary Leon and Kuting.[16][17]

He eventually became an action film star, appearing in Bir Mammud: Alyas Boy Muslim (1989), Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay: Kapitan Paile (1990) and Hanggang Kailan Ka Papatay (1990).[18]

He was nominated three times -- 1995, 1989, and 1986 respectively -- (IMDb, n.d.) as Best Supporting Actor in the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards (popularly known as FAMAS Awards) for the films The Elsa Castillo Story (1994), Ibulong Mo sa Diyos (1988), and Partida (1985). He won the award in 1989 for playing the role of Mario Umali -- a dance choreographer who raped the main protagonist, Monica Quijano -- in Ibulong Mo sa Diyos.[19][20]

In 26 June 1986, Miguel Rodriguez and Edu Manzano hosted Bb. Pilipinas 1986 Grand Coronation Night that was held at the Araneta Coliseum. Ms. Chiqui Hollman-Yulo anchored the event. [21]

He retired from acting in 1996 after the release of Huwag Mong Isuko ang Laban, the last film he worked in 1995.

He died from pancreatitis in 14 February 1997 [22] at the age of 35.[23][24][25]

Filmography

Television
Title Year Role Network
Palibhasa Lalake 1987–1992 Himself ABS-CBN
Vilma! 1986–1991 Co-host GMA Network
Young Love, Sweet Love 1988–1990 Various roles RPN
Maricel Regal Drama Special 1987-1992 Various roles ABS-CBN
Lovingly Yours, Helen 1992–1995 Various roles GMA Network
Maalaala Mo Kaya 1992-1994 Various roles ABS-CBN
Pasiklaban sa Trese 1993–1994 Co-host IBC

Film
Title Year Role
Mainit na Puso 1982 Rod
To Love Again 1983 Bullet/Alberto Alcantara (Launching Lead Role under Viva Films with Sharon Cuneta, Produced by the legendary Vic del Rosario and directed by the movie elite Director Danny Zialcita)
Experience 1984 Froilan (Regal Films, directed by Lino Brocka, released 1 November 1984)
Virgin Forest 1985 Alfonsito (production under Regal Films, directed by Peque Gallaga, released 22 January 1985)
Partida 1985 Greggy
I Can't Stop Loving You 1985 Jeff Carbonell
Paalam, Bukas ang Kasal Ko 1986 Ruffy
Payaso 1986 One of 35 big stars with special participations in the movie -- Maricel Soriano, Eddie Garcia, Nora Aunor, Sheryl Cruz, Susan Roces, Vilma Santos, and Ms. Gloria Romero (actress) included
Kapag Lumaban ang Api 1987 Ramiro Samonte (Initial release: January 22, 1987)
Tagos ng Dugo 1987 Cesar Garcia
Stolen Moment 1987 Alex
Paano Kung Wala Ka Na? 1987 Don
Binibining Tsuperman 1987 Christopher
Tatlong Ina, Isang Anak 1987 Nonoy
Ibulong Mo sa Diyos 1988 Mario Umali (Theatrical Release: Feb. 4, 1988; 1989 FAMAS Best Supporting Actor)
Ang Supremo 1988 Lt. Marco Templo
Bir Mahmud Alyas Boy Muslim 1989 Bir Mahmud
Kung Maibabalik Ko Lang 1989 Chito
Bilangin ang Bituin sa Langit 1989 Arturo
Si Aida, Si Lorna, o Si Fe 1989 Lando (Filmstar production under Viva Films, directed by Johnny Manahan, released 6 September 1989) (movietrailer channel: GMA Network "Movies to Watch")
Pangarap Na Ginto 1990 Jack Peralta
Kahit Isumpa Mo Ako 1990
Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay: Kapitan Paile 1990 Capt. Gabriel Paile (Regal Films) (story and screenplay by Dante Pangilinan, directed by Dante Pangilinan, released 20 November 1990) (movietrailer channel: ABS-CBN Channel 2 Movieparade)
Hanggang Kailan Ka Papatay? 1990 David Llarpido (Regal Films) (story and screenplay by Dante Pangilinan, directed by Dante Pangilinan, released 12 December 1990) (movie trailer channel: ABS-CBN Channel 2 Movieparade)
Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting 1991 Jude
True Confessions: Evelyn, Myrna & Margie 1992 Rene
Shotgun Banjo 1992 Marvin (Regal Films) (written by Henry Nadong, directed by Joey del Rosario)
Lacson: Batas ng Navotas 1992 Manuel (Regal Films) (story and screenplay by DG Salonga, directed by Leonardo Pascual, released 4 November 1992)
Lucio Margallo 1992 Alexander Sarmiento (Moviestars Production) (written by Jun Lawas, directed by Augusto Salvador, released 3 December 1992)
Shake, Rattle & Roll IV 1992 Dr. Apol (segment "Ang Madre")
Kung Kailangan Mo Ako 1993 Rocky
Kailan Dalawa ang Mahal? 1993
Hulihin...Probinsyanong Mandurukot 1993 Brando
Adan Ronquillo: Tubong Cavite, Laking Tondo 1993 Gardo
Jesus Calderon: Maton 1993 Matt (directed by Toto Natividad)
The Elsa Castillo Story: Ang Katotohanan 1994 Ted Boorman
Bala at Lipstick 1994 Tony Boy
Biboy Banal: Pagganti Ko, Tapos Kayo! 1994 Lt. de Vera
Abrakadabra 1994 Santi
The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me? 1994 Jaime Jose
Saan Ako Nagkamali? 1995
Di Mapigil ang Init 1995 Eric
Huwag Mong Isuko ang Laban 1995 Captain Ablaza

Awards and Nominations
1995 Nominee

FAMAS Award

 Best Supporting Actor

The Elsa Castillo story... Ang katotohanan (1994)

1989 Winner

FAMAS Award

 Best Supporting Actor

Ibulong mo sa Diyos (1988)

1986 Nominee

FAMAS Award

 Best Supporting Actor

Partida (1985)

Notes
  1. Mystery shrouds death of actor Miguel Rodriguez. Filipino Reporter. 27 February 1997.
  2. "National Artist of the Philippines", Wikipedia, 2020-09-17, retrieved 2020-11-01
  3. Manglinong, Dan (2018-04-03). "Nat'l artist, freedom fighter Lino Brocka inspires from heaven". Interaksyon. Retrieved 2020-11-01.
  4. "Lino Brocka", Wikipedia, 2020-10-19, retrieved 2020-11-01
  5. "Palibhasa Lalake". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2020-11-01.
  6. "Palibhasa Lalake", Wikipedia, 2020-10-28, retrieved 2020-11-01
  7. Brocka, Lino (1984-11-01), Experience (Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller), Snooky Serna, Miguel Rodriguez, Samuel Valero, Mila Ocampo, Regal Films, retrieved 2020-11-01
  8. "Lino Brocka", Wikipedia, 2020-10-19, retrieved 2020-11-01
  9. "Pete Lacaba", Wikipedia, 2020-08-14, retrieved 2020-11-01
  10. "Ilustrado", Wikipedia, 2020-09-04, retrieved 2020-11-01
  11. "Virgin Forest", Wikipedia, 2020-09-17, retrieved 2020-11-01
  12. "Peque Gallaga reveals biggest movie 'flop' - YouTube". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 2020-11-01.
  13. Deocampo, Nick (2017-12-02). Sine Gabay: A Film Study Guide. Anvil Publishing, Inc. ISBN 978-621-420-179-2.
  14. Jr, Bayani San Diego (2018-05-22). "Keeping score with Jaime Fabregas". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2020-11-01.
  15. "Jaime Fabregas", Wikipedia, 2020-10-30, retrieved 2020-11-01
  16. "Peque Gallaga", Wikipedia, 2020-09-30, retrieved 2020-11-01
  17. Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting- Movie Clip - Gabby Concepcion, Manilyn Reynes, Miguel Rodriguez, retrieved 2020-11-01
  18. "IMDb: Miguel Rodriguez". IMDb.
  19. "Miguel Rodriguez Awards". IMDb.
  20. "Ibulong Mo sa Diyos Full Movie (1988)". Pinoy Movies Online. 13 September 2020.
  21. "Bb. Pilipinas 1986 Grand Coronation Night". Facebook.
  22. "Image model Sam Rodriguez may follow in footsteps of late dad Miguel Rodriguez in showbiz". PEP.Ph.
  23. "Mystery Shrouds Death of Actor Miguel Rodriguez". Filipino Reporter. 27 February 1997.
  24. Alano, Ching M. "What is this thing called 'bangungot'?". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2020-11-01.
  25. "Shocking showbiz deaths: so sudden, so soon (Part 2)". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2020-11-01.

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