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Evolution of a Filipino Family (2004): Cast

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Evolution of a Filipino Family is a 2004 drama directed by Lav Diaz, starring Joel Torre as Mayor, Lui Manansala and Ronnie Lazaro.

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Evolution of a Filipino Family (2004) movie poster
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Director
Lav Diaz
Genre
Drama
Original language
Tagalog
After the credits
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The story

What Is Evolution of a Filipino Family About?

The premise of Evolution of a Filipino Family without spoilers.

Set against the brutal Marcos regime, the film follows a poor rural farming family as they endure the harsh realities of life in the Philippines from 1971 to 1987. Against pervasive corruption, land grabs and the greed of those in power, they struggle to keep their land, survive, and preserve their dignity.

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Cast & crew

Evolution of a Filipino Family Cast & Characters

Joel Torre leads the cast as Mayor, with Lui Manansala as Marya and Ronnie Lazaro as Fernando. Directed by Lav Diaz; 67 actors are credited in all.

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More from Lav Diaz

More films directed by Lav Diaz, best-rated first: The Woman Who Left, Norte, the End of History, Magellan and Magellan.

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Evolution of a Filipino Family Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Эволюция филиппинской семьи” and “Еволюция на филипинско семейство”.

Also known as
  • Эволюция филиппинской семьи
  • Еволюция на филипинско семейство
  • 一个菲律宾家庭的进化
  • Evoluzione di una famiglia filippina
  • Еволюція філіппінської сім’ї
  • Evolução de Uma Família Filipina

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Evolution of a Filipino Family FAQ: Cast & Release Date

Release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Evolution of a Filipino Family, each answered in a sentence.

When was Evolution of a Filipino Family released?

Evolution of a Filipino Family was released on September 17, 2004.

Who directed Evolution of a Filipino Family?

Evolution of a Filipino Family was directed by Lav Diaz.

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Who is in the cast of Evolution of a Filipino Family?

Evolution of a Filipino Family stars Joel Torre as Mayor, Lui Manansala as Marya and Ronnie Lazaro as Fernando, among 67 credited actors.

Does Evolution of a Filipino Family have a post-credit scene?

No. Evolution of a Filipino Family has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Evolution of a Filipino Family in?

The original language of Evolution of a Filipino Family is Tagalog.

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