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Al Tantay is a Actor, Director and Writer Philippin born on 1 january 1956
Al Tantay (born 1956) is a Filipino film actor, writer, and director and the former husband of Rio Locsin, with whom he made several movies, including Rizza Jones, Showgirl (1979, by Melros Productions), Love Affair (1980, by Regal Films), Wild Animals (1980, by Regal Films), and Bilibid Boys (1981, Regal Films). He was first discovered by Joey Gosiengfiao and launched by the latter via the Regal Films movie, Iskandalo (Scandals), starring Lorna Tolentino and released in July 1979.Then in 1987 he played his first villain role to Rudy Fernandez in an action movie Humanda Ka, Ikaw Ang Susunod (You Been Ready, You Are Next).
As a film director, he directs comedies, mainly with Viva Films. He has directed Mana-Mana, Tiba-Tiba, S2pid Love, A.B. Normal College, and more.
In 2014 Tantay replaced the late Roy Alvarez for the character of Villa Quintana as Don Manolo Quintana.
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Al Tantay
As a film director, he directs comedies, mainly with Viva Films. He has directed Mana-Mana, Tiba-Tiba, S2pid Love, A.B. Normal College, and more.
In 2014 Tantay replaced the late Roy Alvarez for the character of Villa Quintana as Don Manolo Quintana.
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No Boyfriend Since Birth (2015)
Directed by Jose Javier Reyes
Origin Philippines
Genres Romance
Actors Carla Abellana, Tom Rodriguez, Al Tantay
Roles Celso
Rating60%
Directed by Wenn V. Deramas
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Comedy, Fantasy
Themes Christmas films
Actors Vice Ganda, Richard Yap, Alex Gonzaga, Tom Rodriguez, Bimby Yap, Al Tantay
Roles Benjamin 'Ben' Santos V
Rating41%
After defeating the terrorists led by Billy Aladdin, the once humble Private Benjamin (Vice Ganda) has become the Philippines' unkabogable soldier and a worldwide sensation. Inevitably, he rises from the ranks and in no time becomes the incredible, unbeatable, and unreachable soldier. To prepare him better, Benjamin is assigned under a new general, Wilson Chua (Richard Yap). However, Private Benjamin committed a big mistake. Benjamin is about to be dismissed from service when Gen. Wilson Chua saves him by giving him a mission – to be the private security of a brat kid Bimbee (Bimby Yap). As he watches over Bimbee, Benjamin finds himself clashing with Misty (Rhed Bustamante), General Chua's daughter, and the meddlesome housemaid Gundina (Alex Gonzaga). However, as he gets to know Bimbee more, he learns that Bimbee is a kid deprived of love from family – something that he has ignored in his quest to be on top again.
It Takes a Man and a Woman (2013)
, 2h7Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Comedy, Romantic comedy, Romance
Actors Sarah Geronimo, John Lloyd Cruz, Isabelle Daza, Al Tantay, Miles Ocampo, Matet de Leon
Roles Tomas Magtalas
Rating67%
The film follows the life of Miggy (John Lloyd Cruz) and Laida (Sarah Geronimo) after their break-up which occurred after the events in the second film. Miggy is now in a relationship with Belle (Isabelle Daza), while Laida is now a fiercer woman after living in the United States. They try to co-exist in the same company, while Laida tries to oppose Miggy's business decisions through a series of events which made them realize the real definition of true love.
Seduction (2013)
Directed by Peque Gallaga
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Romance
Actors Richard Gutierrez, Solenn Heussaff, Sarah Lahbati, Mark Gil, Jay Manalo, Yayo Aguila
Roles Lucas
Rating64%
On the Job (2013)
, 2h1Directed by Erik Matti
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Thriller, Action, Crime
Actors Piolo Pascual, Gerald Anderson, Angel Aquino, Joey Marquez, Shaina Magdayao, Joel Torre
Roles Niel Salcedo, Chief of Police
Rating69%
In the Philippines, corrupt politicians and police cause abundant crime and poverty. Hitmen Mario and Daniel murder a man named Tiu. The two are prisoners who are regularly released from prison to perform hits for their boss Thelma in exchange for money. Mario, due to be released soon, uses his money to support his daughter's law school tuition and estranged wife Lolet. Daniel, the younger and more reckless partner, sends some of his money home and spends the rest on goods and privileges in prison. Daniel has come to see Mario as a mentor and father figure. After the hit, they are sent back. Tiu's murder case is assigned to NBI Agent Coronel through Congressman Manrique, who is Coronel's father-in-law. Coronel's father, also a policeman, died amid rumors of corruption. When Coronel and his partner, Bernabe, arrive at the local precinct, Sgt. Acosta, a 20-year veteran who feels the case was taken from him for political reasons, resists them.
Born to Love You (2012)
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Romance
Actors Coco Martin, Albert Martinez, Eula Valdez, Al Tantay, Tonton Gutierrez, Malou de Guzman
Roles Yoyoy Estanislao
Rating65%
The film centers around Joey Liwanag (Angeline Quinto), a poor lass who works as a part-time Korean tourist guide and likes to join amateur singing contests with her two younger siblings to help her family who struggles with financial problems. Despite the hardship and low probability, Joey worked hard to save up money to go to Korea and meet her father she has always longed to meet ever since she was born.
You Changed My Life (2009)
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Romantic comedy, Romance
Actors Sarah Geronimo, John Lloyd Cruz, Rayver Cruz, Dante Rivero, Matet de Leon, Al Tantay
Roles Tomas Magtalas
Rating65%
It has been six months since Laida Magtalas and Miggy Montenegro became a couple. Laida was promoted from executive assistant to executive accountant, while Miggy has been doing well as he is being mentored by his older brother Art Montenegro. Laida gets an offer from her aunt to work in Canada where she is being given a good recommendation.
A Very Special Love (2008)
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Comedy, Romantic comedy, Romance
Actors Sarah Geronimo, John Lloyd Cruz, Dante Rivero, Al Tantay, Miles Ocampo, Matet de Leon
Roles Tomas Magtalas
Rating64%
Laida Magtalas is a modern-day Belle. "Miggy" is the youngest member of the Montenegro clan – a well-established family in the business. She applies as an Editorial Assistant at Miggy's newly launched men’s magazine, "Bachelor". Laida revels working in such close proximity with the man of her dreams.
One More Chance (2007)
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama, Romance
Actors Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz, Derek Ramsay, Maja Salvador, Dimples Romana, Janus del Prado
Roles Tito Willie
Rating74%
A love story between two students who first met at the University of Santo Tomas: Popoy (John Lloyd Cruz) was majoring in Engineering while Basha (Bea Alonzo) was a freshman in Architecture. They were inseparable and did everything together — eating, studying and attending parties. Both their families loved them, they shared mutual friends and eventually ended up working for the same firm. Every single component of their lives revolved around each other. So, naturally, everyone assumed that they would inevitably get married someday, with Architect Basha designing and planning their dream house while Engineer Popoy building it. Everything could not be more perfect.
Juan & Ted: Wanted (2000)
, 1h55Directed by Al Tantay
Origin Philippines
Genres Comedy, Action
Actors Janno Gibbs, Bayani Agbayani, Anne Curtis, Maureen Larrazabal, Boy Alano, Inday Badiday
Rating57%
Fugitives Juancho (Janno Gibbs) and Ted (Bayani Agbayani) have tried to mend their ways after they bolted jail to escape execution from the hands of Hepe (Jovit Moya) and Sgt. Langku (Boy Alano).
Batang-X (1995)
Directed by Peque Gallaga
Origin Philippines
Genres Science fiction, Fantasy, Action
Actors Aiko Melendez, Janus del Prado, Michael De Mesa, John Prats, Anna Larrucea, Al Tantay
Rating64%
Shake, Rattle & Roll IV (1992)
Directed by Peque Gallaga
Origin Philippines
Genres Thriller, Comedy, Horror comedy, Horror
Themes Comedy horror films
Actors Janice de Belen, Manilyn Reynes, Aiko Melendez, Edu Manzano, Sunshine Cruz, Al Tantay
Roles Architect Rod Mallari (segment "Kapitbahay")
Rating78%
Jodie (Manilyn Reynes) is a student of Mr. Zerrudo (Edu Manzano) who fall in love with him. Mabu (Aljon Jimenez) try to said Mr. Zerrudo that Gretch (Sunshine Cruz) is in love with Mr. Zerrudo.
Hinugot sa Langit (1985)
Directed by Ishmael Bernal
Origin Philippines
Genres Drama
Themes Pregnancy films, Films about religion, Films about sexuality
Actors Maricel Soriano, Al Tantay, Charito Solis, Amy Austria, Dante Rivero, Pen Medina
Roles Jerry
Rating69%
The center of the drama is the young unmarried but pregnant Carmen Castro (Maricel Soriano) who during the first few minutes of the film informs her cousin Stella (Amy Austria). Stella scoffs and recommends abortion. The father of the child, Jerry, also recommends abortion. Her over religious landlady Juling (Charito Solis), who is busy juggling her religious aims and her legal quarrel with the poor families illegally living in her land, however strongly suggests that she keep the baby on the grounds that having an abortion would be a sin against God.
Director
Juan & Ted: Wanted (2000)
, 1h55Directed by Al Tantay
Origin Philippines
Genres Comedy, Action
Actors Janno Gibbs, Bayani Agbayani, Anne Curtis, Maureen Larrazabal, Boy Alano, Inday Badiday
Rating57%
Fugitives Juancho (Janno Gibbs) and Ted (Bayani Agbayani) have tried to mend their ways after they bolted jail to escape execution from the hands of Hepe (Jovit Moya) and Sgt. Langku (Boy Alano).
Scriptwriter
Juan & Ted: Wanted (2000)
, 1h55Directed by Al Tantay
Origin Philippines
Genres Comedy, Action
Actors Janno Gibbs, Bayani Agbayani, Anne Curtis, Maureen Larrazabal, Boy Alano, Inday Badiday
Roles Writer
Rating57%
Fugitives Juancho (Janno Gibbs) and Ted (Bayani Agbayani) have tried to mend their ways after they bolted jail to escape execution from the hands of Hepe (Jovit Moya) and Sgt. Langku (Boy Alano).