Moron 5.2: The Transformation

Moron 5.2: The Transformation is a 2014 Filipino comedy film that is the direct sequel of Moron 5 and the Crying Lady starring Luis Manzano, Billy Crawford, Marvin Agustin, Matteo Guidicelli, DJ Durano and John Lapus.[1][2][3][4][5]

Moron 5.2: The Transformation
Directed byWenn V. Deramas
Screenplay by
  • Mel Mendoza-Del Rosario
  • Wenn V. Deramas
Story byWenn V. Deramas
Produced byVic del Rosario Jr.
Starring
CinematographyElmer H. Despa
Edited byMarya Ignacio
Music byVincent de Jesus
Production
companies
Viva Films
MVP Entertainment (uncredited)
Release date
  • November 5, 2014 (2014-11-05)
Running time
92 minutes
CountryPhilippines
Languages
  • Filipino
  • English
Box officePHP33 Million


Unlike the first film, MVP Entertainment was not involved the film. This is also the last film appearance of comedian German Moreno, who died in a cardiac arrest in Quezon City, Diliman on January 8, 2016, aged 82.[6]

The film also stars Matteo Guidicelli as a replacement of Martin Escudero due to scheduling conflicts.

Plot

Five men with low IQs become superheroes in an attempt to make their children proud. Beckie Pamintuan (John Lapus) will never stop until the 5 idiotic friends taste defeat. Willing to do anything to see the friends fall apart as revenge to his humiliation.

Cast

Main characters

Supporting characters

Special participation

Filming

The filming began in 2013 and wrapped up in about 2 months.

Reception

The film received a negative review from one critic[7] for its casting, storyline, and some crude humor.

References
  1. "Moron 5.2 The Transformation Trailer". Viva Ent. September 28, 2014 – via YouTube.
  2. "Martin Escudero breaks silence about being replaced in Moron 5.2". Pep.ph.
  3. "Billy Crawford considers his arrest an "eye-opener"". Pep.ph. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
  4. "Fun galore in 'Moron 5.2: The Transformation' | Manila Bulletin | Latest Breaking News | News Philippines". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on December 6, 2014. Retrieved February 10, 2016.
  5. Jimenez, Joyce. "Marvin Agustin, Jolina Magdangal together again in ABS-CBN?". Philstar.com. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
  6. "German 'Kuya Germs' Moreno, isinugod sa ospital -- report". Gmanetwork.com. January 8, 2016. Retrieved January 8, 2016.
  7. Cruz, Oggs (November 8, 2014). "'Moron 5.2' Review: Careless callousness". Rappler.com. Retrieved December 29, 2021.


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