Rosanna Ortiz

Rosanna Ortiz


in Manila, Philippines
Rosanna Ortiz was born as Violeta Orbita. She is an actress, known for Araw-araw, gabi-gabi (1975), Patayin mo sa sindak si Barbara (1974) and Panic! (1973)

She was one of those who started the bold trend in the 60’s but she became a fine actress when she won Asia ’s Best Supporting Actress for the movie Patayin Mo Sa Sindak Si Barbara , directed by Celso Ad. Castilo. She was only 16 when she entered the movies in the late 60's. She appeared in several sex flicks such as Hayok and Ang Magsasaging ni Pacing. In 1971 alone, she finished 15 movies. While other bold stas remained in bold films, she transitioned to serious and dramatic roles such as in Daluyong (1971) for Ishmael Bernal, Ang Kampana ng Santa Quiteria (1971) for FPJ for which she earned a Famas Best Supporting Actress nomination, Anthony and Cleopatra (1972) for Dolphy and Patayin Mo sa Sindak si Barbara (1974) for Celso Ad Castillo, where she was praised for her memorable performance. She also appeared in Ibong Adarna with Dolphy, Panchito Alba and Babalu as the three prince brothers. She was the reason for the sensational killing of a businessman’s son which sent Eddie Fernadez and Berting Labra to prison.

Movies for Rosanna Ortiz...

Totoy Boogie
Title: Totoy Boogie
Released: August 14, 1980
Type: Movie
Owners of an old dance studio's and veterans in vodaville. Failure to reach their dreams of becoming a famous dancing duo, poured all the desired gain sole son Sonny. Due to the inherited skills from parents, became a dance instructor in their studio.
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Mga Mata ni Angelita
Title: Mga Mata ni Angelita
Character: Corazon
Released: August 11, 1978
Type: Movie
Mga Mata ni Angelita was written by Ricardo Feliciano and became a number one hit radio drama from 1974 to 1978. It was made into a film by Larry Santiago Productions and catapulted Julie Vega into fame.
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Boy Pana
Title: Boy Pana
Released: April 7, 1978
Type: Movie
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Mokong
Title: Mokong
Released: January 18, 1978
Type: Movie
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Asawa Ko Silang Lahat
Title: Asawa Ko Silang Lahat
Released: November 11, 1977
Type: Movie
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Gulapa
Title: Gulapa
Character: Wife of Mayor Gulapa
Released: March 4, 1977
Type: Movie
True to life story of Mayor Patrocinio Gulapa of Maragondon, Cavite who possesses an amulet which deters him from harm. The source of his "anting-anting" is the water in the fish tank, the life of the Mayor is linked to the fish. So, when the fish is seing kissing it is also the same for the Mayor, as well as if the fish is seen dying, there is an imminent danger on the life of the Mayor.
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Langit, Lupa at Impiyerno (Pandemonium)
Title: Langit, Lupa at Impiyerno (Pandemonium)
Released: November 21, 1976
Type: Movie
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Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin
Title: Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin
Character: Pilar Kamantigue
Released: April 30, 1976
Type: Movie
A story about the life of Rosa Henson and Kumander Lawin.
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Mortal
Title: Mortal
Character: Olga
Released: March 5, 1976
Type: Movie
Mario O'Hara's surreal debut film about a man recovering from mental illness.
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Darna vs. The Planet Women
Title: Darna vs. The Planet Women
Released: December 25, 1975
Type: Movie
Crippled girl Narda finds her boyfriend paralyzed by a mysterious beam shot from a UFO. Together with her powers and brother Ding, she transforms into Darna and fights against alien women who are trying to make the Earth a colony of their own planet.
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Araw-araw Gabi-gabi
Title: Araw-araw Gabi-gabi
Released: September 21, 1975
Type: Movie
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Hiwaga
Title: Hiwaga
Released: September 5, 1975
Type: Movie
Filipino horror movie from 1975.
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Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak
Title: Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak
Released: April 25, 1975
Type: Movie
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An Affair in Tahiti
Title: An Affair in Tahiti
Released: March 29, 1975
Type: Movie
A 1975 Filipino romantic drama starring Gloria Diaz and Vic Vargas.
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Ugat
Title: Ugat
Released: October 13, 1974
Type: Movie
A man who upon seeking his father be execute by the Japanese during the war has spent his life searching for the people who were responsible. Like the men who execute him. And the people who informed to the Japanese. Eventually he becomes a target and he jeopardizes what family he has left.
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Kill Barbara with Panic
Title: Kill Barbara with Panic
Character: Ruth
Released: August 16, 1974
Type: Movie
Barbara has always been overly indulgent of her little sister, Ruth's every whim. Her past comes back to haunt her when Barbara receives news that her younger sister has killed herself and was witnessed by Ruth's only daughter Karen. Barbara immediately returns to the Philippines to mourn her sister and comfort her unstable niece. Upon Barbara's return, she learns the reason surrounding Ruth's mysterious death.
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Savage Sisters
Title: Savage Sisters
Character: Mei Ling
Released: July 1, 1974
Type: Movie
A corrupt General plans on smuggling one million US dollars out of the Banana Republic he dominates. Local revolutionaries plan on stealing the cash but are thwarted when a bandit leader they are working with double crosses them. A tough cop and her boyfriend help two of the female revolutionaries escape from prison hoping that they will lead them to the cash, which they plan on keeping for themselves.
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The Bells of San Jose
Title: The Bells of San Jose
Released: March 8, 1974
Type: Movie
The film tells a story of large rural families suffering from economic insecurity in a remote part of the town of Magdalena, Laguna, where major life events are punctuated by the tollling of the church bells, and the coastal community of Dalahican, Quezon. Both places are homes of large families dealing with the reality of poverty.
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Ransom!
Title: Ransom!
Released: February 22, 1974
Type: Movie
This Filipino action thriller concerns a crime syndicate which specializes in holding people for ransom. Their most recent foray into crime succeeds in two cases but runs into difficulties when the kidnappers rape the daughter of their latest victim, a doctor. The doctor enlists the help of police Captain Alvaran (Joseph Estrada), who hunts the villains down with the able support of his loving wife.
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Ako'y Paru-paro, Bulaklak Naman Ako
Title: Ako'y Paru-paro, Bulaklak Naman Ako
Character: Champaca
Released: November 3, 1973
Type: Movie
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Zoom, Zoom, Superman!
Title: Zoom, Zoom, Superman!
Character: The Witch
Released: August 24, 1973
Type: Movie
A Filipino parody film of DC's Superman in three segments directed by different directors.
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Fefita Fofonggay viuda de Falayfay
Title: Fefita Fofonggay viuda de Falayfay
Released: May 5, 1973
Type: Movie
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Savage!
Title: Savage!
Released: May 1, 1973
Type: Movie
Low-budget adventure starring former baseball star James Iglehart as Savage, who is kidnapped by South American rebels. After a time, he sees their position and is joined by a female commando squad in battling the repressive government officials.
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Ambrose Dugal
Title: Ambrose Dugal
Character: Carmela
Released: April 25, 1973
Type: Movie
Filipino horror movie from 1973.
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Ang Hiwaga ng Ibong Adarna
Title: Ang Hiwaga ng Ibong Adarna
Released: November 3, 1972
Type: Movie
The story comes from the classic novel. The task was to capture the magical Ibong Adarna to cure their father's illness. The one who can bring home the bird will be the heir to the throne.
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Apoy ng kaligayahan
Title: Apoy ng kaligayahan
Released: October 10, 1972
Type: Movie
A bomba film of nature and sexual passions
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Anthony at Cleopatra
Title: Anthony at Cleopatra
Character: Cleopatra
Released: May 14, 1972
Type: Movie
A story about a military operative tasked to infiltrate a rebel group.
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Magiting at Pusakal
Title: Magiting at Pusakal
Character: Salome
Released: April 15, 1972
Type: Movie
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Roulette
Title: Roulette
Released: April 11, 1972
Type: Movie
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Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria
Title: Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria
Released: December 4, 1971
Type: Movie
A story about a sergeant held captive by fugitives searching for a treasure hidden in a remote village.
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Storm Surge!
Title: Storm Surge!
Character: Boots
Released: September 1, 1971
Type: Movie
Six beautiful people caught in a deluge of their own raw passions unleashed.
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Digmaan Ng Mga Angkan
Title: Digmaan Ng Mga Angkan
Released: June 6, 1971
Type: Movie
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Laman sa Laman
Title: Laman sa Laman
Released: November 1, 1970
Type: Movie
Bomba inspired by the "Swedish New Wave"
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Mystery and Terror
Title: Mystery and Terror
Released: February 8, 1970
Type: Movie
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Drakulita
Title: Drakulita
Released: August 19, 1969
Type: Movie
A story about a family who left the metro to live a peaceful life in the province, but it seems that it's not as peaceful as they thought it would be when they meet their new neighbor.