Some of the most respected and most celebrated
actresses will join forces to frighten viewers in 2008. Known as the "Queen of
Philippine Movies," Ms. Susan Roces will play Amanda in the first installment
of ABS-CBN Sineserye Presents: The Susan Roces Cinema Collection—Patayin sa
Sindak si Barbara.
She will be joined by Kris Aquino, the
"Box Office Horror Queen" who plays her daughter Barbara, and talented actress
Jodi Sta. Maria-Lacson as Ruth. Other cast members are actress Maja Salvador as
Agnes and young child star Celine Lim as Karen. Also joining them is Chelsea,
the doll wherein the spirit of Ruth lives. She is seen as the newest horror
icon today, like Lotus Feet in the movie Feng Shui.
The working relationship of the five women is superb. Every time they have a
taping, it's like they're on a picnic since Susan Roces and Kris Aquino
always make it a point to bring lots of food. The staff and crew enjoy themselves so much, they don't seem to be working either.
Susan Roces also initiates storytelling time during the tapings, from her
experiences in life to her golden years in the film industry, to background
information on the original 1974 Patayin sa Sindak film wherein she
played the role of Barbara. For her
co-actresses and the crew, it's an honor and privilege that one
of the original cast members is in their midst. The 1974 film was
directed by Celso Ad Castillo and had a movie remake in 1995 starring Lorna
Tolentino.
In an interview with Maja Salvador, the young lady only had good things to
share about her co-actresses. According to her, she was surprised that she was
chosen to work with the two veteran and respected actresses. Even though
sometimes she feels shy and intimidated by Ms. Susan and Kris, especially in their scenes
together, they don't make her feel uncomfortable. Maja is paired with
former Pinoy Dream Academy scholar Jay-R Siaboc as he plays the
character of Dale.
Jodi Sta. Maria-Lacson, too, had only positive things to share about her working
experience with Ms. Susan and Kris. Jodi narrated that she underwent lots of
workshops and make-up tests before they achieved the color and look of each
character. Jodi's role as Ruth is very effective and should be something to
look out for. She is the sister of Barbara (Kris) who is seeking revenge for
her untimely death.
With the collective talent of these five actresses, you can be assured of scary thrills for three weeks right in your home. Get ready for the women who will terrify you starting this Monday, January 7, during the premiere of Patayin sa Sindak si Barbara on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida.