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Piolo Pascual joins the cast of historical film GomBurZa

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After holding an extensive search that included an open call and a series of auditions, the final casting for the Philippine historical film GomBurZa has finally been announced. The film is based on the story of Catholic priests Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora who were executed in 1872 on charges of subversion. In an announcement by producer Jesuit Communications (JesCom), award-winning Dante Rivero will play the role of Padre Mariano Gomez, theater and movie thespian Cedrick Juan as Padre José Burgos, and Kapamilya actor Enchong Dee will play Padre Jacinto Zamora. Piolo Pascual, on the other hand, will play the very special role of Padre Pédro Pelaéz, the Filipino clergy leader who was a mentor of Padre José Burgos. Rounding off the impressive cast are Epi Quizon, Jaime Fabregas, Carlitos Siguion-Reyna, Leo Rialp, Nanding Josef, Ketchup Eusebio, Khalil Ramos, Elijah Canlas, Neil Ryan Sese, Paolo O’Hara, Tommy Alejandrino, Gerry Kaimo, Dylan Tay Talon, Jomari Angeles, and Bon Lentejas. <div class="p2"><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/2/17/enchong-dee-stars-in-new-historical-film-gomburza-949" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">READ: Enchong Dee stars in new historical film ‘GomBurZa’</a></div>Last February 16, the production team and cast gathered for a mass and send-off event held at the Manila Cathedral and Pope Francis Hall before filming officially starts. It happened on the eve of the 151st death anniversary of the three priests,Urian Best Supporting Actor award winner and veteran actor Dante Rivero admitted he was excited to start working on the project even after having done more than two hundred roles onscreen in his career. “I love my role as Padre Gomez! Pinag-aaralan ko na sa bahay. I want to engage the audience. I want to make it memorable for them. This is going to be epic!” he shared.  GomBurZa executive producer and JesCom associate director Fr. Ro Atilano, SJ, describes the cast as &quot;God&#x27;s answer to our prayers.&quot; He added: &quot;There were other options before but this ensemble came at the right time. Everything is now falling into its right place. This project is very timely. This will inspire and ignite once more our Filipino identity and our deep love for our country. This is what our nation needs right now.&quot;<div class="p1"> </div>

The final cast of the upcoming historical film GomBurZa include Enchong Dee, Dante Rivero, Cedrick Juan, and Piolo Pascual. in a very special role.

The final cast of the upcoming historical film GomBurZa include Enchong Dee, Dante Rivero, Cedrick Juan, and Piolo Pascual. in a very special role.