Personal Info
Birth date
1935-09-16 (89 Years)
Day of death
2016-08-20
Gender
Female
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
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Also known as
لیلیا کونتاپی
Lilia Cuntapay
Biography
Lilia Cuntapay (September 16, 1935 – August 20, 2016) was a Filipina actress and former teacher whose debut role was in the Filipino horror film series Shake Rattle and Roll in 1991. Thereafter, she was dubbed the "Queen of Philippine Horror Movies" due to her roles in many subsequent horror films.
Filmography
Brokedown Palace
6.424
Overview:
Best friends Alice and Darlene take a trip to Thailand after graduating high school. In Thailand, they meet a captivating Australian man, who calls himself Nick Parks. Darlene is particularly smitten with Nick and convinces Alice to take Nick up on his offer to treat the two of them to what amounts to a day trip to Hong Kong. In the airport, the girls are seized by the police and shocked to discover that one of their bags contains heroin.Aswang
5.9
Overview:
This Filipino vampire film co-directed by Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes tells the story of an aswang, the traditional shape-shifting creature of local legend. Here, the vampire makes appearances as a giant snake, a young woman (Alma Moreno), and a withered old hag (Lilia Cuntapay). The aswang has a lengthy cinematic history, having been the subject of the first sound film ever produced in the Philippines (1932's Ang Aswang) and migrating, in somewhat altered form, to films in Hong Kong, India, Japan, and, in 1994, to the United States. Aiza Seguerra co-stars with Janice de Belen, Aljon Jimenez, John Estrada, and Alma Moreno.Darna: The Return
5.6
Overview:
Valentina, Darna's snake-haired arch enemy, is trying to take over the Phillipines through subliminal messages on religious TV shows. Darna has her own problems, however, as she has lost her magic pearl and with it the ability to transform into her scantily clad super self. Trapped as her alter-ego, the plucky reporter Narda, she must try to regain the pearl and foil Valentina's plans.The Stepmother
7
Overview:
The loving and nurturing Mariel marries Edward after his first wife abandons him and their three children. Mariel strives to win the acceptance and affection of her new stepchildren, even as she tries to define her role in the family.Babae sa Breakwater
8.8
Overview:
Two brothers migrate to a city to escape the violence in their village, but the city's leader has other plans in mind for them.My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore
5.2
Overview:
Dondi is a nerd and an obedient nephew to his aunt Cora who makes decisions for him. Meanwhile, Anna is a stubborn and rebellious girl who seeks the attention of her father Vito. Dondi and Anna cross path and their different personalities collide. They eventually fall in love with each other and solve their own problems. Vito and Cora are bitter business competitors and because of their rivalry, they disapproved the romantic relationship between Dondi and Anna.Shake, Rattle & Roll III
7.2
Overview:
In three tales of extreme horror, a young couple hires a mysterious nanny for their baby; a a young woman discovers that her sister has been dead and been made alive again; and a student unwittingly brings home from a beach field trip the egg of a horrible alien monster.Requiem
NYR
Overview:
Circus hijinks surround the barangay of Sta. Maria in the midst of an international murder sensation. Swanie, Sta. Maria’s barangay chair and a distant relative of the killer, tries to gain political points by staging a wake for the criminal-turned-celebrity. Meanwhile in faraway Manila, Joanna, Swanie’s runaway son, navigates his way through labyrinthine bureaucracy, to give a neighbor a proper burial. With these two unrelated deaths, estranged mother and son each bury the dead long shelved in their hearts. Amidst these unspoken family burials, the neighborhoods’ penchant for funeral fiestas, gossip and secrets, bizarre social events and the sheer mix of scandal and inebriation complete the picture of dying the Pinoy way.Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay
8.5
Overview:
A professional horror movie extra prepares for her first ever acting award nomination.Isprikitik: Walastik Kung Pumitik
NYR
Overview:
Company janitors Marlon, Brando, and Jack would do anything to provide for their niece Bona and their ailing grandfather.Amorosa: The Revenge
6
Overview:
After suffering from a vehicular accident, Rosa and her sons transfer to the province. She hopes that the new place will heal the rift between her and her younger son, Rommel. Little does she know that their lives will be at risk when the vengeful ghost of the woman without face threatens them. As she struggles to find a way to end the hauntings, she discovers a truth that will change her life forever.Ibong Adarna: The Pinoy Adventure
NYR
Overview:
A young man sets out on a dangerous quest for a magical bird with the power to heal any ailment.Echoserang Frog
NYR
Overview:
An industry veteran is given a chance to produce and star in his own movie. But he quickly finds movie production isn't quite as glamorous as it seems.Lapu-Lapu
4
Overview:
A film showing the struggles of Lapu-Lapu and how he defended Mactan, Cebu from the invading Spanish forces.Shake, Rattle & Roll V
NYR
Overview:
"MALIGNO" A couple takes a vacation on a secluded island and strange forces are at work that seems to keep them on that island. When her boyfriend suddenly grows ill, Ruffa Gutierrez finds a handsome young man (Monsour del Rosario) in the woods who seems to exhibit magical powers. He offers to cure her sick friend on one condition that she stay with him forever. Will she accept any foods from that handsome man to save her loved one? "ANINO" A family of siblings moves into their new apartment but little did they know of a tragedy that occurred within its walls. A ghost of a murderer manifests itself in a form of a shadow and has now set its sight on them. They need to leave that house before they were killed.Boy Pick Up: The Movie
NYR
Overview:
There is an underground battle going on in the name of love. The soldiers are all Pikapistas! With pick-up lines as their weapons to woo the gorgeous Neneng B. (Sam Pinto), the war sizzles in the dark corners of the Metro. And there is one undefeated champion among them - BOY PICKUP (Ogie Alcasid)! Legendary, enigmatic, hypnotic, that’s his appeal to most who don’t get what his works penetrate their heart just the same. Despite his underground fame and legend, Boy Pickup lives a normal and solitary life, He works as a pastry chef in Heaven’s Bakeshop, a bakery owned by ANGEL (Solenn Heussaff) and soon Angel feels indebted to Boy while Boy starts to fall for her.Bakat
2
Overview:
Annie, an alluring lady, catches the eye of old widower Leoncio. The old man marries her after a short period of acquaintance. Leoncio's son Robert and daughter Marites disapprove of their father's single-handed decision, leading to a conflict that causes the old man's fatal heart attack. After Leoncio's death, Robert feels terribly sorry for Annie especially when he discovers that she is suffering from schizophrenia. Soon, Annie's condition helps Leoncio's children realize the essence of a family.Coming Soon
7
Overview:
As the end of the world draws near, six friends realize that they need to live the rest of their lives to the fullest.Blood of the Virgin: The Captain
4
Overview:
After raping and killing a local woman, an army captain from the conquerors falls under the spell of a witch who turns him into a monstrous demon. Half a century later, an archaeological expedition digs up an enormous stone coffin and 'El Capitan' returns to sow terror while he searches for 'La Koronel' a curvaceous, green-eyed virgin whose blood will allow him to rest eternally. Monsour del Rosario, the undesputed Philippine action movie hero, will be in charge of putting an end to the undead's reign in this entertaining film by Ilarde, generous in action, nude women and gothic horror.Once Upon A Time In Manila
NYR
Overview:
Vic Sotto plays a barangay tanod who always seems to have a knack for saving the local folks from dangerous situations at the right moment. Cynthia Luster (Yukari Oshima) is Lt. Cynthia Wang, is a Royal Hong Kong Police on the look-out for Nikita, the infamous gang leader. Amparo Lagman (played by Gloria Sevilla), working as a domestic helper, becomes the unwitting target of the Nikita's gang when she comes into possession of some important documents. Nikita follows her to the Philippines, along with Lt. Cynthia Wang who is in pursuit of Nikita. - Written by ledsterScaregivers
NYR
Overview:
Two bumbling crooks are caught stealing a couple of diamond rings. Rather than get sent to jail, they convince the judge to send them to a mental institution instead. But the asylum turns out to be a haunted place, and the two are left to uncover the secret behind the paranormal mysteries that lead to the deaths of the staff.Island of the Living Dead
5.7
Overview:
A group of treasure hunters got lost in a fog bank and in the morning they notice what appears to be a deserted island. The group goes on shore and sure enough there are zombies running around.Shake, Rattle & Roll IV
6
Overview:
Three unrelated stories of horror include: a substitute teacher who preys on a small school; neighborhood children being abducted by a tree-dwelling monster; and a group of Manila residents plagued by attacks from a Manananggal.The Nun
NYR
Overview:
A homeless family and their neighbors in the city of Manila are plagued by attacks from a Manananggal. A little boy named Teks suspects a nun working at a free clinic, to be that flying creature but no one believes him. Will he be able to prove his suspicions before he becomes the creature’s next victim?Bahay ni Lola 2
NYR
Overview:
Rupert and Nina, a recently married couple with a newborn, buy a their dream house at a bargain price. As they settle into their home, they glimpse the ghost of an old woman and make a shocking discovery when they dig up the backyard.Impakto
NYR
Overview:
Two rich opposite siblings, Lizbeth and Charlie are kidnapped with the help of their driver and his two accomplices. But when their car breaks down in the middle of the night, the kidnappers decide to stay in an old abandoned hotel to hide and await sunrise. Unbeknownst to them, Andres the Impakto is residing in the area.Segunda Mano
6
Overview:
Mabel Domingo (Kris Aquino), the owner of a high-class, but creepy, antique shop, only wants herself and her mother to move on from the tragic past of losing her sister as she carries the guilt of causing her death. She meets Ivan Galvez (Dingdong Dantes), a rich and successful architect who only wants to find the perfect wife and mother for his young daughter Angel to finally have a complete and happy family after his ex-wife left for him for another man.Acting
2015My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore as Unknown
2015Anatomy of Love as Unknown
2014Ibong Adarna: The Pinoy Adventure as Bruha
2014Echoserang Frog as Unknown
2014Kamandag Ni Venus as Unknown
2013Coming Soon as Unknown
2012Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay as Herself
2012Amorosa: The Revenge as Lulu
2012Requiem as Aling Isang
2012Boy Pick Up: The Movie as Lilia
2011Segunda Mano as Church Caretaker
2008Scaregivers as Tandang Luring
2008Photo Shoot as Unknown
2007Island of the Living Dead as Old Lady
2005Bahay ni Lola 2 as Old Lady Ghost
2003Babae sa Breakwater as Serena
2002Lapu-Lapu as Babaylan
2001Bakat as Unknown
2001Halik Ng Sirena as Tsismosa
2000Pangarap ng Puso as Lola Of Jose
1999Blood of the Virgin: The Captain as Medicine Woman
1999Brokedown Palace as Old Prisoner
1999Isprikitik: Walastik Kung Pumitik as Lola in Bikini
1998Pares-Pares Trip ng Puso as Unknown
1996The Stepmother as Fides' maid
1996Madonna and Child as Manang Ofel
1994Impakto as Woman in the Bathroom
1994Shake, Rattle & Roll V as Woman in the Bathroom (segment "Episode III: Impakto")
1994The Fatima Buen Story as The Omen III
1994Darna: The Return as Old Valentina
1994Once Upon A Time In Manila as Naked Old Woman
1992The Nun as Aling Iya
1992Shake, Rattle & Roll IV as Aling Iya (segment "Ang Madre")
1992Working Students as Unknown
1992Aswang as Old Aswang
1991Nanny as The Spirit
1991Shake, Rattle & Roll III as Yaya (segment "Yaya")
1990Aswang as Aswang