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  • Jericho Rosales Shines in “Quezon” Trailer — TBA Studios’ Final Bayaniverse Film Hits Theaters This October

    Jericho Rosales Shines in “Quezon” Trailer — TBA Studios’ Final Bayaniverse Film Hits Theaters This October

    It’s Here: Quezon Trailer Reveals a Legacy Rewritten in the Final Chapter of TBA Studios’ Bayaniverse

    TBA Studios has officially lifted the curtain on the full trailer of Quezon, its highly anticipated historical biopic starring Jericho Rosales as the nation’s iconic president. The film storms into Philippine cinemas on October 15, marking the powerful conclusion to the beloved Bayaniverse cinematic universe.

    The End of a Trilogy — But the Start of a New Conversation

    First came Heneral Luna (2015), the record-breaking cultural juggernaut. Then Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral (2018), a visually stunning and emotionally resonant follow-up. Now, Quezon completes the story — but it stands proudly as a self-contained tale of ambition, politics, and identity.

    While it serves as the final chapter of the trilogy, Quezon is built to captivate new audiences, even those unfamiliar with the previous films.

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    Meet the Man Behind the Myth: Jericho Rosales as Manuel L. Quezon

    Acclaimed actor Jericho Rosales steps into the spotlight as President Manuel L. Quezon, in what may be his most complex role yet. Under the deft direction of Jerrold Tarog, Quezon charts the dramatic political ascent of a man fighting not just for independence — but also for control in a nation still under American influence.

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    An Unflinching Look at Power, Politics, and the Cost of Freedom

    Set during the turbulent years after the Philippine Revolution, Quezon explores the tension between nationalism and realpolitik.

    Official Film Synopsis:

    “When his fight for Philippine independence from the United States is put to the test, Manuel L. Quezon finds himself playing the brutal game of politics to outmaneuver his rivals—including Leonard Wood, Sergio Osmeña, and Joven Hernando. In his relentless quest for power, he eventually faces off with Emilio Aguinaldo in the 1935 Philippine presidential elections, using charm and favoritism as both weapons and currency, in a campaign that ultimately changes the face of Philippine politics and history.”

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    Star-Studded Cast Reunites for a Historic Showdown

    Returning to the screen are many beloved characters and performers from the Bayaniverse, alongside new powerhouse additions:

    Also joining the ensemble:

    With Bodjie Pascua, Angeli Bayani, Jojit Lorenzo, Joross Gamboa, Therese Malvar, Ana Abad Santos, Ketchup Eusebio, and Nico Locco rounding out the cast, Quezon promises emotional gravitas and dramatic tension at every turn.

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    A Standalone Cinematic Event — Backed by Vision and Passion

    Produced by TBA Studios in partnership with the Film Development Council of the Philippines and CreatePHFilms, Quezon reflects the studio’s continued mission to tell stories that matter.

    According to Daphne O. Chiu-Soon, President and COO of TBA Studios:

    “We are excited and proud to present ‘Quezon’ to the big screen both in the Philippines and internationally soon. This project is a testament to our unwavering commitment to bringing the very best of Philippine cinema to the movie theaters,” Chiu-Soon said. “With this, ‘Quezon’ is designed to be a compelling stand-alone cinematic experience for all audiences, whether they’ve seen the previous films or not.”

    Student & Teacher Discounts Coming Soon

    In a move to encourage young minds and educators to reconnect with Philippine history, TBA Studios will offer exclusive ticket discounts for students and teachers. Full details will be announced soon, so stay tuned.

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    Mark Your Calendars: Quezon Premieres October 15

    Quezon will be released exclusively in Philippine theaters starting October 15, with an international release to follow.

    Whether you’re a history lover, a political drama enthusiast, or simply looking for a beautifully made Filipino film, this is one cinematic experience you won’t want to miss.

  • Jericho Rosales to Lead TBA Studios’ Historical Biopic “Quezon”

    Jericho Rosales to Lead TBA Studios’ Historical Biopic “Quezon”

    TBA Studios has officially named Jericho Rosales as the lead star of the upcoming biographical film “Quezon.” The acclaimed actor will portray Manuel L. Quezon, the former President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines, in this highly anticipated historical drama.

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    Rosales Returns to the Big Screen

    After a years-long hiatus, Rosales is making a grand comeback to Philippine cinema. His last big-screen appearance was in the 2018 romantic drama The Girl in the Orange Dress. Most recently, he captivated television audiences in the hit ABS-CBN drama Lavender Fields.

    Speaking about his new role, Rosales shared his excitement:

    “I feel so honored to be with this team. Coming to a script like this which is so potent and so entertaining, I feel so lucky and happy.” Rosales said. “Here, you will see Quezon as a person. He’s not written as a hero. He is cunning, he is charming, he is intelligent. Quezon is such an interesting character to play; there are so many things I can put into the role to build Quezon as a character. That adds to the pressure, but at the same time I am very excited.”

    TBA Studios on Casting Rosales

    TBA Studios President and COO Daphne Chiu praised the casting choice, saying:

    “We are honored to welcome Jericho Rosales as he leads the cast of ‘Quezon.’ Jericho’s unbelievable screen presence has made him one of our best actors today, and we’re all looking forward to working with him and seeing how his artistry can give life to one of the country’s most charismatic yet divisive political figures.”

    A Stellar Cast and Exciting New Additions

    Directed and co-written by Jerrold Tarog, Quezon will also feature an ensemble of talented actors:

    TBA Studios has hinted that more exciting casting announcements are on the way.

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    Part of the Expanding ‘Bayaniverse’

    Quezon is the latest installment in TBA Studios’ “Bayaniverse”—a cinematic universe based on Philippine history that includes the acclaimed films Heneral Luna (2015) and Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral (2018).

    The film is slated for release in cinemas both locally and internationally later this year.

  • US box office hit ‘Sound of Freedom’ and South Korean dark-comedy ‘Cobweb’ is coming soon to Philippine cinemas

    TBA Studios is excited to announce its upcoming line-up of films for the rest of the year. Among the highly anticipated titles are the surprise US box office hit Sound of Freedom and the Korean dark comedy Cobweb. Both films are set to premiere in Philippine cinemas on September 20 and October 4 respectively.

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    “We are thrilled to bring these two amazing films to our Filipino audiences this year,” said TBA Studios CEO E.A. Rocha. “These films are sure to entertain and engage viewers with their compelling storylines and unique cinematic styles.”

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    Sound of Freedom – Image from TBA Studios

    Sound of Freedom is a crime drama that follows the story of former U.S. government agent Tim Ballard as he rescues kidnapped and enslaved children from sex traffickers in Colombia. The film features a stellar cast led by Jim Caviezel and Mira Sorvino, as well as Bill Camp, John Rhys-Davies, and Michael Roark. The film was written and directed by Alejandro Monteverde. Since its release in the US on Independence Day weekend this year, Sound of Freedom has been a surprise commercial success, grossing $181.9 million in the US alone and becoming the highest-grossing independent film of the year.

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    Cobweb – Image from TBA Studios

    Premiering at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, Cobweb is a dark yet hilarious tale of a director in the 1970s haunted by the desire to reshoot the ending of his latest film. Chaos ensues when a web of complications starts to rise on the film set. It stars Song Kang-ho, best known for his award-winning and critically acclaimed performance in 2019’s Parasite. The supporting cast features some of the most recognizable faces in South Korean entertainment, including Lim Soo-jung (A Tale Of Two Sisters), Oh Jung-se (It’s Okay Not To Be Okay), Jeon Yeo-been (Vincenzo), Jang Young-nam (It’s Okay Not To Be Okay), and Krystal Jung (famously of the K-pop girl group f(x) and romcom movie Sweet & Sour). The film was written and directed by Kim Jee-woon, whose previous works include A Tale Of Two Sisters (2003), A Bittersweet Life (2005), and The Good, The Bad, The Weird (2008). Barunson E&A, the same studio behind Parasite, is the producer and the global distributor of the film.

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    Cobweb – Image from TBA Studios

    Both films will be exclusively distributed locally through TBA Studios. Sound of Freedom will be released in partnership with Axinite on September 20 and Cobweb on October 4.

  • TBA Studios unveils 2022 movie lineup; Crime movie ‘Grace’ now in the works

    After the success of the pandemic love story “Dito at Doon” in 2021, TBA Studios is ready to roll out its 2022 lineup with a major movie project leading the way.

    On April 20, the award-winning film company announced on its Facebook page that it’s teaming up with Sea’N’Sun Film Productions to produce an action-packed crime thriller called “Grace”.

    TBA Studios unveils 2022 movie lineup; Crime movie 'Grace' now in the works

    To be helmed by critically acclaimed filmmaker Ato Bautista (“Expressway”), “Grace” tells the story of a college student who seeks revenge for the brutal death of his girlfriend and takes down an elite powerful fraternity whose members and alumni are seated in every power sect of Philippine society. 

    Musician-turned-actor Iken Ramirez takes the lead role in the movie with a screenplay written by Bautista, Kat Marasigan, and E. A. Rocha based on an earlier treatment developed by the late director Uro dela Cruz.

    Rocha, the CEO and Co-Executive Producer of TBA Studios and one of the co-writers of the company’s massive box office hit “Heneral Luna”, felt that “Grace” is a very important story to tell because “it is indicative of the entitlement and abuse wielded by people in powerful positions—a reflection of what is wrong with our country.” 

    “I can only describe Grace as a relevant, violent, and ultimately devastating modern parable that had to be told and cinematically experienced,” he shared.

    Alvin Anson of “Heneral Luna” and “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral” fame will play the main antagonist.

    The ensemble cast also includes veteran thespians Angeli Bayani, Art Acuña, E. A. Rocha, Ronnie Lazaro, Cholo Barretto, Kiko Matos, and young actors Mark Neumann, Shaun Salvador, and Vance Larena.

    The cast recently held its first script reading in Quezon City ahead of its principal photography in May. More cast announcements for the film are also underway. 

    “Grace” is part of TBA Studios’ film offerings for the coming year. This also includes the star-studded comedy “The Comeback Trail” with Hollywood icons Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman, and Tommy Lee Jones as well as the music documentary “Fanny: The Right To Rock” about the untold story of three Filipina American teens in the 1960s whose trailblazing impact in music was written out of history.

    TBA Studios Executive Vice President and General Manager Daphne O. Chiu shared that their roster of titles “are distinctly TBA”, referring to the company’s trademark for producing, acquiring, and distributing world-class quality films.

    “Film fans will have plenty to get excited about with TBA Studios’ diverse offerings. And this is just our initial lineup! We have more projects to be announced soon,” Chiu said.

    Stay tuned to TBA Studios’ pages and tba.ph for more updates on “GRACE” and other films.