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Kamagong

Kamagong

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Status

Released

Release Date

Feb 4, 1986

Runtime

1h 49m

User Score

60%

Original Title

Kamagong

Production Companies

Viva Films

Director

Carlo J. Caparas

Description

Kamagong stars Lito Lapid,Ruel Vernal and J.C. Bonin,in his last film role before becoming a full-time pastor.It is a coming-of-age story revolves around three Arnis fighters participating in full contact matches.It was directed by Carlo J. Caparas.The term "Kamagong" in this film, refers to a pair of ebony sticks carved like blunted double edged swords. This weapons have a tradition of being used as an instrument of justice. The sticks themselves also represent benevolent qualities in the stick-fighter.