Kapag Napagod ang Puso () is a 1988 Filipino romantic drama film directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes and starring Christopher de Leon, Snooky Serna, Gloria Romero, Lito Pimentel, Julio Diaz, Rez Cortez, Anjo Yllana, Caridad Sanchez, and Gil de Leon. Produced by VH Films, it was released on June 30, 1988.
The film received critical acclaim, with Lav Diaz praising its focus on the issue of domestic violence and Christopher de Leon's performance. It was nominated for nine FAMAS Awards, winning Best Actor for de Leon.
Cast Christopher de Leon as Adrian Snooky Serna as Rosalie Gloria Romero Lito Pimentel Julio Diaz Rez Cortez Anjo Yllana Caridad Sanchez Gil de Leon
Release Kapag Napagod ang Puso was graded "B" by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), indicating a "Good" quality, and was released in June 1988.
Critical response Mario Hernando, a critic from the television program Movie Magazine, gave the film five out of five stars. Critic Joel David, writing for National Midweek, gave the film praise for its use of improvisation, stating that "The acting in Kapag Napagod will definitely not pass today’s textbook tests – yet its most powerful moments exceed anything done in recent memory." Lav Diaz, writing for the Manila Standard, gave the film a positive review, praising its focus on the issue of domestic violence. He also gave high praise to de Leon's complex performance as Adrian, stating that the film was "another big step of Christopher de Leon [...] toward greatness in the art of acting."
Accolades Group Category Name Result FAMAS Awards Best Actor Christopher de Leon Best Actress Snooky Serna Best Screenplay Jake Tordesillas Best Story VIA Hoffman Best Cinematography Ely Cruz Best Editing Edgardo Vinarao Best Sound Vic Macamay Best Music Mon del Rosario Best Song "Kapag Napagod ang Puso" by Mon del Rosario PMPC Star Awards for Movies Best Actor Christopher de Leon Best Actress Snooky Serna Best Supporting Actor Lito Pimentel Best Supporting Actress Caridad Sanchez
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