| Magnifico | |
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| Directed by | Maryo J. de los Reyes |
| Written by | Michiko Yamamoto |
| Produced by | Violeta C. Sevilla |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Odyssey 'Odie' Flores |
| Edited by | Manet A. Dayrit |
| Music by | Lutgardo Labad |
Production company | Violett Film Productions |
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Running time | 123 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Magnifico is a 2003 Filipino drama film directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes from a story and screenplay written by Michiko Yamamoto. The film revolves around a titular child character who decides to design and build a coffin for his grandmother as well as raise funds in order to buy a wheelchair for his younger sister who has cerebral palsy. The film stars Jiro Manio, Lorna Tolentino, Albert Martinez, and Gloria Romero.[1]
Produced and released by Violett Film Productions, Magnifico was theatrically released in the Philippines on January 29, 2003. The film received mixed-to-positive reviews from film critics, with praise for its story, Jiro Manio's acting performance, emotional weight, and acclaim from various international film festivals and award-giving organizations.