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Mukhang Bungo: Da Coconut Nut (1992)

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A 1992 Philippine action comedy film starring Redford White and Shiela Ysrael. It is a parody of a 1991 film and draws its subtitle from a popular song. Critics found its slapstick humor unfunny and lacking a sharp political edge.

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What happens

Mukhang Bungo: Da Coconut Nut (lit. 'Looks Like a Skull') is a 1992 Philippine action comedy film written and directed by Felix E. Dalay on his directorial debut. The film stars Redford White, Shiela Ysrael, Willie Revillame, Dindo Arroyo, Berting Labra, Ruben Rustia, Gilda Aragon, Ernie Zarate, Moody Diaz, and Cris Daluz. The film's title is a parody of the 1991 film Markang Bungo: The Bobby Ortega Story, while its subtitle is taken from the song of the same name by Smokey Mountain. Produced by Moviestars Production, the film was released on May 14, 1992. Critic Justino Dormiendo of the Manila Standard gave the film a negative review, criticizing the film's unfunny slapstick comedy and lack of smart satire for the 1992 Philippine election season. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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