Mamay: A Journey to Greatness 'The Marcos Mamay Story' is a 2024 Philippine biographical film directed by Neal "Buboy" Tan. It tackles the biography of Nunungan mayor Marcos Mamay from his childhood to his experience as a politician.
Cast Jeric Raval as Marcos Mamay, mayor of Nunungan, Lanao del Norte Teejay Marquez as young Marcos Mamay Ara Mina as Hadja Alianur Mamay, Mamay's wife Victor Neri
Production The film was directed by Neal "Buboy" Tan and was produced under Mamay Production. Mamay Production is owned by Nunungan mayor Marcos Mamay, the primary subject matter of the biographical film. Mamay was also the assistant director making sure that the portrayal of Muslim culture and traditions were done accurately and with respect.
The film tackles various phases and aspects of Mamay's biography including his childhood and life as an honor student at Sapad Elementary School in Lanao del Norte and Kapatagan National High School, a business economics college student at the Mindanao State University, his unfulfilled dream to graduate from the Philippine Military Academy, and his political career. It also covered Mamay's involvement in family feuds and clan conflicts, his advocacy, and his romantic relationship with his eventual wife.
The film was filmed in Mamay's hometown of Nunungan. Several films were also filmed in Kapatagan, Iligan, Cagayan de Oro, Metro Manila, Baguio, and Dubai. The film reportedly took a year to complete.
Release Mamay premiered on August 27, 2024, at the SM Megamall.
Accolades YearAwardCategoryRecipientResult202573rd FAMAS Award Best Picture Mamay: A Journey to Greatness Best Actress Ara Mina Best Supporting Actor Jeric Raval Best Director Neal Buboy Tan Best Screenplay Neal Buboy Tan Best Production Design Cyrus Khan Best Cinematography Gilbert Obispo Best Musical Score Mamay: A Journey to Greatness Best Sound Mamay: A Journey to Greatness Best Original Song "Hamon" by Gerald Santos, composed by Vehnee Saturno
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