Samahan ng mga Makasalanan
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| Samahan ng mga Makasalanan | |
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| Directed by | Benedict Mique Jr. |
| Written by | Benedict Mique Jr. Aya Anunciacion |
| Produced by | Benedict Mique Nessa S. Valdellon Annette Gozon-Valdez Chavit Singson |
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| Cinematography | Mark Tirona |
| Edited by | Noah Tonga |
| Music by | Emerzon Texon |
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| Distributed by | GMA Pictures |
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Running time | 104 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Samahan ng mga Makasalanan (transl. Fellowship of the Sinful) is a 2025 Philippine satirical comedy film directed and co-written by Benedict Mique.[1] It stars David Licauco, Sanya Lopez and Joel Torre. It is released on April 19, 2025.[2]
Synopsis
[edit]Sam (David Licauco), a young deacon, is assigned to a village full of sinners. He creates a unique organization called the "Samahan ng mga Makasalanan" in an effort to save the town's residents.
Cast
[edit]Main role
- David Licauco[3] as Reverend Sam, a Santo Cristo church young deacon.
- Sanya Lopez as Mila[4][5]
- Joel Torre as Father Danny[6]
Supporting role
- Soliman Cruz as Boss Luis[7]
- Buboy Villar as Boy Nakaw/Padala[8]
- Betong Sumaya as Mayor Damonyo/Tonyong Scammer[9]
- Chariz Solomon as Olive[9]
- Jay Ortega as Junyor[10]
- Euwenn Mikaell as Bryan
- Liezel Lopez as Cindy[11]
- Chanty Videla as Amy[11]
- Jun Sabayton as Kanor[7]
- Jade Tecson as Wendy[11]
- Liana Mae as Girlie[11]
- David Shouder as Pester[8]
- Shernan Gaite as Westcoast Gang[11]
- Christian Singson as Rocky[11]
- Yian Gabriel as Mac Talamac[11]
- Jerome "BatManunulat" Esguerra as Eastcoast Gang[11]
- Christian "Marsy" Kimp Atip as Urot[12]
- David "Abdul" Domanais as Barry[12]
- Noel Colet as Cardinal
Production
[edit]The look test and story conference took place in December 2024.
Samahan ng mga Makasalanan principal photography started in Vigan in January and concluded in March 2025.
Benedict Mique, Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdez, Vanessa Valdellon, former Ilocos Sur governor Chavit Singson and the casts attend a media conference on March 27, 2025, in Seda.[13][14]
Release
[edit]The film was released on April 19, 2025 under GMA Pictures.[15]
Reception
[edit]In contrast to his typical "pa-cute" parts, David Licauco is giving a very strong performance, according to Mark Angelo Ching of PEP.ph. Even though the movie had some hiccups, it ends up being a heartwarming tale.[16]
References
[edit]- ^ "'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan': Between good and evil". Tempo. March 29, 2025. Archived from the original on April 1, 2025. Retrieved May 19, 2025.
- ^ "GMA Pictures' satirical comedy 'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan' hits theaters this April 19". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ Aquino, Maine. "David Licauco, ano ang natutunan sa 'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ "Sanya Lopez thankful for success of 'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan'". GMA News Online. May 5, 2025. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ Aquino, Maine. "Sanya Lopez, mapapanood bilang Mila sa 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ Aquino, Maine. "Joel Torre, mapapanood sa 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Archived from the original on April 4, 2025. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ a b Aquino, Maine. "Soliman Cruz at Jun Sabayton, gaganap na 'tunay na makasalanan' sa 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ a b "Buboy Villar at David Shouder, kabilang sa pelikulang 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ a b Aquino, Maine. "Betong Sumaya at Chariz Solomon, pasok sa 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Archived from the original on April 5, 2025. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ Anoc, Aimee. "Jay Ortega sa first movie na 'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan': 'Sobrang happy nung experience'". www.gmanetwork.com. Archived from the original on May 7, 2025. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h Aquino, Maine. "Celebrities attend the 'makasalanang premiere night' of 'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Archived from the original on April 21, 2025. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ a b "Kapuso ArtisTambayan: Samahan ng mga Makasalanan". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ Acar, Aedrianne. "David Licauco takes on exciting role as Deacon Sam in 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan'". www.gmanetwork.com. Archived from the original on April 9, 2025. Retrieved May 19, 2025.
- ^ "David Licauco admits he felt challenged by role in 'Samahan ng mga Makasalanan'". GMA News Online. March 28, 2025. Retrieved May 19, 2025.
- ^ Aquino, Maine. "Teaser poster at cast ng 'Samahan Ng Mga Makasalanan,' ibinahagi na ng GMA Pictures". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 19, 2025.
- ^ "REVIEW: Samahan ng mga Makasalanan has plenty of laugh-out-loud moments". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on April 25, 2025. Retrieved May 19, 2025.