Cast
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Rhen Escaño
as Ellen
Cindy Miranda
as Marian
Epy Quizon
as Inspector Abraham
Raffy Tejada
as Alan / land owner
Ruby Ruiz
as Lourdes
Raul Morit
as Hobi
Jiad Arroyo
as Boytoy
Phoebe Villamor
as Ellen / teenge
Maui Taylor
as Mara
Bembol Roco
as Lucas / Ellen's father
Teptep Mendoza
as 5 Year Old Ellen
Mary Raven Jane Cajuguiran
as Young Marian
Juan Miguel Emmanuel Salvado
as Young Vendor
Marlene Mira
as Mini Grocery Woman
Julie Pearl A. Emit
as Gadget Stall Woman
Crew
Director
- Roman Perez Jr.
Writer
- Jonison Fontanos
- Yam Laranas
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Adan examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Roman Perez Jr. brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Adan took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 119 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 179 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1110 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 396 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 20, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 59m
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