The Hallowed
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Bembol Roco
Actor · born 20 November 1953 · Manila, Philippines
Rafael Aranda Roco, Jr. (born November 20, 1953), popularly known as Bembol Roco, is a Filipino actor whose work ranges from films to television. He is famous for his critically acclaimed role as Julio Madiaga in Maynila: Sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag ("Manila in the Claws of Light"). Though he acts in his country's films, he also had an important role in the 1982 Australian-U.S. film The Year of Living Dangerously. He also portrayed villain roles in Philippine action movies due to his signature bald head as well as various supporting roles. Bem starred in Sine Novela: Tinik sa Dibdib.
He has twin sons named Felix and Dominic.
Where to start: The Year of Living Dangerously (1982).
As actor 107
Kappa-Tiran
2026
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Nasaan si Hesus?
2025
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The Time That Remains
2025 · 6.6/10
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Kontrabida
2025
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FANEY (The Fan)
2025
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Brocka x Bernal
2024
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Nagalit Ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak
2023
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Tomacruz: Sa puso ng anak
2023
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Huwag Kang Lalabas
2021
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Nerisa
2021 · 5.5/10
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Adan
2019 · 5.6/10
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Habambuhay: Remembering Philippine Cinema
2019
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Sakaling Maging Tayo
2019 · 8.0/10
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Dark Is the Night
2018 · 0.0/10
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Smaller and Smaller Circles
2017 · 5.8/10
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AWOL
2017 · 1.0/10
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Baconaua
2017 · 8.2/10
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What Home Feels Like
2017
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Pauwi Na
2016 · 6.5/10
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Ringgo: The Dog Shooter
2016 · 10.0/10
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Toto
2015 · 1.0/10
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Felix Manalo
2015 · 3.7/10
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Gangster Lolo
2014 · 9.0/10
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Three
2014
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K'na, The Dreamweaver
2014 · 6.0/10
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Tinik
2013 · 1.0/10
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Porno
2013 · 5.9/10
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Ang Pirata
2013
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Thy Womb
2012 · 6.1/10
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Aswang
2011 · 4.5/10
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Amigo
2011 · 4.9/10
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Fable of the Fish
2011 · 6.0/10
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Forever and a Day
2011 · 4.2/10
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Dagim
2010 · 0.0/10
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Pitas
2010
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Miss You Like Crazy
2010 · 8.2/10
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Oh, My Girl! A Laugh Story...
2009 · 1.0/10
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Manila in the Fangs of Darkness
2008 · 4.0/10
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Batanes
2007 · 6.2/10
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Ang M.O.N.A.Y ni Mr. Shooli
2007
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First Day High
2006 · 5.8/10
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Circumcision
2005 · 6.6/10
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The Great Raid
2005 · 6.6/10
Popcorn Flick
The Son of Brocka
2005
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Boso
2005 · 4.2/10
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U Belt
2004 · 3.3/10
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Homecoming
2003 · 9.0/10
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Markova: Comfort Gay
2000 · 7.4/10
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Palaban
2000 · 4.2/10
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Bulaklak ng Maynila
1999 · 9.0/10
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Esperanza: The Movie
1999 · 9.5/10
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'Di Puwedeng Hindi Puwede
1999 · 7.0/10
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Mainit Na Bala
1998 · 7.0/10
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Lino: His Art and Life
1998
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Matang agila
1997 · 7.0/10
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Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie II
1997 · 7.5/10
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Vulcan
1997 · 6.3/10
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Kamada
1997 · 9.0/10
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Iskalawag: Ang Batas Ay Batas
1997 · 10.0/10
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Incognito
TV · 2025 · 10.0/10
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Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis
TV · 2023 · 9.0/10
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Big Bet
TV · 2022 · 5.9/10
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Happenstance
TV · 2020 · 6.9/10
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The One That Got Away
TV · 2018
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Little Nanay
TV · 2015
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May Isang Pangarap
TV · 2013
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One True Love
TV · 2012
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Ikaw Ay Pag-Ibig
TV · 2011
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Sa Ngalan ng Ina
TV · 2011
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Sisid
TV · 2011
NewBeauty Queen
Beauty Queen
TV · 2010
NewTinik Sa Dibdib
Tinik Sa Dibdib
TV · 2009
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Iisa Pa Lamang
TV · 2008
NewMaging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik
Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik
TV · 2007
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Asian Treasures
TV · 2007 · 6.0/10
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Sa Piling Mo
TV · 2006 · 8.0/10
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Komiks
TV · 2006 · 4.5/10
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Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw
TV · 2002 · 10.0/10
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Labs Ko Si Babe
TV · 1999
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Noli Me Tangere
TV · 1993
NewFrequently asked questions
What is the best Bembol Roco movie?
By viewer score, The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) at 6.7/10.
What are Bembol Roco’s most popular movies?
The Great Raid, The Year of Living Dangerously, Manila in the Claws of Light.
How many movies has Bembol Roco made?
107 films on TMDB, 107 as actor.