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| Brothers Rex and Roman played by JM De Guzman and Nico Antonio. |
I remember the lesson in every classic Filipino film way
back, “Ang nabubuhay sa patalim, sa patalim din mamamatay”. The latest film
“Tandem” is not far from this thought, even though it didn’t orchestrate the
usual hero style for its lead star, it is still a hero type of movie in the
eyes of a brother.
Tandem is a story of two brothers, in this era of
criminals using a motorcycle to steal and even kill in the name of money. One
idolizes the other. The kuya shows heart to make his younger brother not be
drawn to the realities of life.
Tandem stars JM De Guzman, Nico Antonio, and Rochelle
Pangilinan. This is an official entry for the Metro Manila Film Festival New
Wave Catergory last December of 2015 under the direction of King Palisoc for
Quantum Films along with Tuko Film Productions and Buchi Boy Films. De Guzman
was awarded Best Actor for his portrayal in the festival.
There are parts in the film that show slow pacing
sequences. However the cast is convincing enough to earn pity at the end. One
thing noticeable is the editing and the sound is really at its best. The use of
a stray dog that looks like it was shot dead is one poetic value to look for in
Palisoc’s first full length feature. Cinematography and the color really match
the entire theme of the movie. No doubt, it is the same technical people behind
the acclaimed Heneral Luna movie.
If you grew up in the Philippines and you are able to
witness the era of action films monopolizing the movie industry in the past, Tandem
will give you that feeling where Pinoy action stars are in its glory.
Tandem will return to theatres this February 17
nationwide.
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