“Gunita” is an emotionally charged film directed by Manuel Silos, blending music, love, laughter, sorrow, and tragedy in a story that grips audiences throughout. It marks a milestone in Philippine cinema as the first local film to feature a dual role, masterfully portrayed by Rogelio de la Rosa as both father and son.
The story by Jovita Martinez-Memije follows a once-happy couple torn apart by deceit, their only link a haunting, unfinished song that recalls both love and pain. Corazon Noble delivers a strong performance as the forsaken wife, while Lota Delgado becomes the love interest caught between two brothers unaware of their blood ties. Narding Anzures adds touching depth as the musically gifted son devoted to his mother.
Supported by a talented cast and enhanced by Prof. Santiago S. Suarez’s music and Higino J. Fallorina’s fine cinematography, “Gunita” stands as a landmark production for Sampaguita Pictures.
The movie, directed by Manuel Silos, was released and shown at Grand Theater, May 16, 1940.
"Gunita" (1940)
Sampaguita Pictures, Inc.
Release Date May 16, 1940/ Grand Theater
Direction Manuel Silos
Cast Corazon Noble, Rogelio de la Rosa, Lota Delgado, Octavio Romero, Narding Anzures/ with Miguel Anzures, Bert Le Roy, Rita Rica, Adelina Solan, Manuel Bautista, Justina David
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