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Grandpa is Dead (Filipino:Ded na si Lolo) is a Philippine satirical comedy-drama film [1] directed and written by Soxy Topacio. [2] It was selected as the Philippine submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 82nd Academy Awards over Lola by Brilliante Mendoza. [3] It was not accepted as a nominee.
Grandpa Is Dead: Directed by Soxy Topacio. With Roderick Paulate, Gina Alajar, Elizabeth Oropesa, Manilyn Reynes. A large family with many issues gather to mourn the death of the family patriarch.
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- Comedy
- Soxy Topacio
- 2009-05-06
A film by APT EntertainmentDirected by Soxie TopacioThe Philippines Official Entry for Best Foreign Language Film to the 82nd Oscars.
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Movie:Grandpa is DeadFilipino:Ded na si LoloDirector: Soxy TopacioWriter: Soxy TopacioWith a flair for the dramatic five siblings from the Hernandez family deal with the death of their father and prepare for his week long wake. During this time, the siblings confront issues of rivalry and family secrets, while also following various superstitious beliefs for wakes, funerals, and the dead. With all the family members arriving to grie...
A comedy-drama film about a family coping with the death of their patriarch and the quirky traditions they follow. The film was chosen by FAP to represent the Philippines in the 2010 Oscars, but did not win.
Mirrors the true wit and drama of every Filipino home. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • 01/30/23. Very funny, yet very touching. I especially love Roderick Paulate in this, he's perfect for the part. Ded na...
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Oct 14, 2010 · PALM SPRINGS — A family’s sorrows provides a great deal of amusement in “Grandpa is Dead,” an admittedly entertaining, if uneven, tragicomedy by Soxie H. Topacio.
