Manolo "Noy" Agapito fakes his credentials as a journalist during the 2010 Philippine national elections while facing family struggles and crime.
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Manolo "Noy" Agapito fakes his credentials as a journalist during the 2010 Philippine national elections while facing family struggles and crime.
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Manolo "Noy" Agapito, played by Coco Martin, struggles to support his family in the Philippines. To secure a job, he fakes his credentials and poses as a journalist covering the campaign of Sen. Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III during the 2010 national elections. Noy travels across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, documenting the political fervor while facing personal challenges. His brother Bong, played by Joem Bascon, becomes involved in crime, leading to tragic consequences. The film intersperses real campaign footage with dramatic scenes, reflecting the hopes and hardships of Filipino families.
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- See Coco Martin's performance as a struggling journalist.
- Find out how Noy's deception impacts his family.
- Meet the real-life figures in Noynoy Aquino's campaign.
Did You Know
- Noy was the Filipino entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 83rd Academy Awards.
- The film was released under Star Cinema in 2010.
- Coco Martin's character, Noy, fakes his school records to work at a major TV station.
- The film is rated 'A' by the Cinema Evaluation Board of the Philippines.
- Noy's brother, Bong, is portrayed as being crippled by polio and gets involved in drug dealing.
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Who directed the film Noy?
Noy was directed by Dondon Santos.
What is the main character's name in Noy?
The main character's name is Manolo 'Noy' Agapito, played by Coco Martin.
Which prestigious award was Noy submitted for?
Noy was submitted as the Filipino entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 83rd Academy Awards.
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