
Acting
Nida Blanca
Born — Died
1936-01-06 — 2001-11-07
Place of birth
Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines
Known for
Acting
Credits
61 titles
Dorothy Acueza Jones, (January 6, 1936 – November 7, 2001) popularly known by her stage name Nida Blanca, was a Filipina actress. She starred in over 163 movies and 14 television shows and received over 16 awards for movies and six awards for television during her 50-year film career. She was named one of 15 Best Actress of all Time by YES magazine. Born as Dorothy Acueza Jones in Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines (then a U.S. territory) to an American soldier father and a Filipina mother, she appeared in her first film at age 14. Actress Delia Razon successfully urged the head of LVN Pictures, Doña Sisang de Leon to hire Blanca. She was screen tested on October 6, 1950 by LVN Pictures w…
Known for
6.9Recognized as the longest and most award-winning drama anthology in the country, Charo Santos-Concio narrates real-life stories of people with well-crafted storylines, excellent performances by its actors, and topnotch production details.
Maalaala Mo Kaya
1991
9.0A story about a son and his rich overbearing widow mother who's a vocal coach, one day he finds love in his mother's student.
Hijo de Familia
1953
9.8A fantasy story about a group of kids who are fond of listening to fairy tales, their favorite being "Ang Ibong Adarna", which they are able to live when they are mysteriously transported to the magic bird's home, the enchanting world of Berbanya. There they meet Prinsipe Juan and help him with his mission to save the land and cure his father, the King. This can only be accomplished if they can get hold of the magical and elusive bird, the Ibong Adarna, who is actually a princess under a curse.
Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure
1996
8.0Shirley's unplanned bundle of joy strains her relationship with her father John, who accepted an odd job of being a human toy of a young boy to support her final year in college.
John en Marsha: Ngayong '91
1991
9.0A girl is granted a magical stone by an angel to become the superheroine Darna to combat evil and would later battle Valentina, her future nemesis.
Darna
1991
5.5Melissa is a spunky college student who’s completely love-struck and constantly dreams of her own Prince Charming. She finds herself transported back to her grandmother’s time and unravels the truth behind her grandmother’s beautiful but failed romance.
Luv Text
2001
Film credits
2000s · 4 titles
5.5Melissa is a spunky college student who’s completely love-struck and constantly dreams of her own Prince Charming. She finds herself transported back to her grandmother’s time and unravels the truth behind her grandmother’s beautiful but failed romance.
Luv Text
2001
3.7Rosalie rides the MRT everyday and she becomes infatuated with the handsome man on the billboard. She talks to his picture intently every day until to her surprise the image comes to life. At the same time she meets MRT driver Eric who she finds agreeable. Will she go for her dream or wake up to reality?
If You Are But a Dream
2002
7.0An illiterate parent faces the challenge of attending to her children's academic needs.
Abakada... Ina
2001
8.0Ano Bang Meron Ka is a tightly woven modern love story between two of most unlikely lovers played in the film by Joyce Jimenez and Diether Ocampo. Joyce plays a high-living partygoing lifestyle writer and special events organizer who when she meets the more laid-back and unassuming bar owner, Diether, finds in the guy the exact foil to her want on ways - but whom romantically electrifies her to sweep her off her feet in the most unexpected ways.
Ano Bang Meron Ka?
2001
1990s · 18 titles
9.8A fantasy story about a group of kids who are fond of listening to fairy tales, their favorite being "Ang Ibong Adarna", which they are able to live when they are mysteriously transported to the magic bird's home, the enchanting world of Berbanya. There they meet Prinsipe Juan and help him with his mission to save the land and cure his father, the King. This can only be accomplished if they can get hold of the magical and elusive bird, the Ibong Adarna, who is actually a princess under a curse.
Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure
1996
8.0Shirley's unplanned bundle of joy strains her relationship with her father John, who accepted an odd job of being a human toy of a young boy to support her final year in college.
John en Marsha: Ngayong '91
1991
9.0A girl is granted a magical stone by an angel to become the superheroine Darna to combat evil and would later battle Valentina, her future nemesis.
Darna
1991
7.7The melding together of two separate stories that share a similar premise - each detail the account of a young Filipino woman who becomes a victim of sexual violence and takes her attacker to court.
Redeem Her Honor
1995
8.2Former nightclub singer Tessie is a single mother living with her son Christopher, a teenager who longs to meet his American soldier father. But when Christopher's wish comes true, the reunion is not at all what he expected. Meanwhile, although she has a long history of choosing bad boyfriends, Tessie firmly believes that Danny, a car salesman, is the right man for her.
Batang PX
1997
7.0Three 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.
Shake, Rattle & Roll IV
1992
8.0The 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.
The Stepmother
1996
10.0This is the life story of Mother Ignacia del Espiritu Santo, a Chinese-Filipina nun who founded the Congregation of the Sisters of the Religious of the Virgin Mary.
Mother Ignacia: Ang Uliran
1998
7.0A man who vows to fight for justice (Lito Lapid) and a hard-hitting TV reporter (Maricel Soriano) are forced to work together to escape the people who are after them.
Ikaw Pa... Eh Love Kita
1995
10.0An action and romantic movie starred by Robin Padilla and Sharon Cuneta.
Di na Natuto (Sorry na, Puwede ba?)
1993
8.0After more than a decade of imprisonment, Dolores is ready to start a new life again and rebuild the family she never had.
Mundo Man ay Magunaw
1990
7.5A plot of love, lust, lies and revenge intertwine in one hot summer where multiple fates collide: Janine, a rich socialite returning home to the Philippines with her parents after the death of the family matriarch; Marco, her coy boyfriend harboring a secret connected to both their pasts; Loida, her mother, still haunted by the memory of a baby forcibly taken away from her 18 years ago; Leni, a simple girl and housemaid with big ambitions, silently jealous of Janine's looks, money, and man; and Robert, Marco's best friend simply longing for Leni's heart, if she could only take her eyes off of Marco.
Hot Summer
1990
NRMr. Zerrudo is the newest teacher at Jodie’s school. Unfortunately, Jodie discovers that her heartthrob professor transforms into a hideous monster. Jodie must find a way to undo the transformations before the school becomes the monster’s prey.
The Teacher
1992
6.0A dramatization based on the murders of Eileen Sarmenta and Allan Gomez and the arrest of Antonio Sanchez, mayor of Calauan, Laguna, the story follows a victim's brother (with the help of a journalist) who wants to uncover the gruesome crime committed by a corrupt mayor.
Humanda Ka Mayor! Bahala Na ang Diyos
1993
9.0The resemblance between Urot (Andrew E) and Berto (Chiquito) is undeniable that people cannot help but think that they are related to each other. Out of their need to survive they would get into desperate acts like donating blood. One day, Urot bumped into Dorie (Nida Blanca), a prosperous business woman with a generous heart. She hired him to work as a janitor in her office. And just when they were in search of an image model, Urot was looked at and considered.Little did they know that the career opportunity would open a lot of doors for him, including discovering his true identity as well as his roots. - Written by ledster
Pinagbiyak Na Bunga: Lookalayk
1994
9.0Opposites attract when Trixie, a spoiled rich brat, asks Alex, a hardworking taxi driver, to be her boyfriend to appease her grandfather.
Mahal Kita, Walang Iba
1992
8.0Carol is a career woman determined to prove herself in a male-dominated corporate world. Her life suddenly changes when she falls in love with a carefree repairman Tonchi.
The Two of Us
1992
6.1Anna is given the power to grant any person's wish after placing her hands on the wish maker. She decides to use it to grant the dreams of her neighbours, but every intention given gradually backfires.
Wish
1998
1980s · 17 titles
9.0A young couple eloped, got married and then must cope with problems like money, living on their own, trying finish school and raising a baby. not to mention the fact that even young married couples do get bored sometimes.
Through Thick and Thin
1984
8.0No synopsis available yet.
Always in My Heart
1983
NRStruggling to make ends meet, John (Dolphy) decides to seek his fortune in the United States, with son Rolly (Rolly Quizon) in tow. After narrowly avoiding deportation, he takes a job in a factory, unaware that it's a front for one of the country's biggest drugs.
John en Marsha '86: TNT sa Amerika
1986
8.0When his country-dwelling aunt takes to a sick bed, John (Dolphy) and the rest of the Puruntong clan head to the hinterlands for an extended stay. Can the fish-out-of-water family overcome the culture shock of rural life without killing one another? Nida Blanca, Matutina, Rolly Quizon and Maricel Soriano reprise their roles in this Filipino comedy based on the popular 1980s TV series "John and Marsha."
John en Marsha '85 sa Probinsya
1985
9.0No synopsis available yet.
Dancing Master 2: Macao Connection
1982
9.0Two families with different characters swap lives to realize that all they need is a healthy balance of being book-smart and being street-smart.
Like Father, Like Son
1985
7.5Filipino comedy starring Roderick Paulate as twins. One macho, one gay. Directed by Mike Relon Makiling.
I'm Kiko, I'm Kikay
1987
10.0A 1988 Filipino romantic drama anthology film starring the hottest love teams of the time: Lotlot de Leon and Ramon Christopher star in Till Death Do Us Part; Tina Paner and Cris Villanueva team up in Invisible Lover; and Manilyn Reynes and Janno Gibbs pair up in Eternally.
Love Letters
1988
9.0Susie (Snooky) and Amy (Maricel) play the daughters of Ilocano Manang Biday and Visayan Inday Waray, characters made famous by 1950s movie queens Gloria Romero and Nida Blanca. Follows 1954 film Waray-waray.
The Daughters of Waray and Biday
1984
9.5A story about three girls struggling to find a better life in the city by working as maids in a house of a wealthy family. Carmela discovers a very important secret about her life when she met Crising, the loyal servant of the family. Yasmin fell in love with her master's son, Willi, but was distraught when Willie couldn't stand up for her and their unborn child. While Noemi who ran away from her mother to reach for her dreams, pretends to belong to a rich clan when she met a guy she likes.
Sa Akin pa rin ang Bukas
1988
5.6A young boy discovers his politician father's corruption and cruelty as he discovers his real mother is a victim of his own father's immorality and violence.
Miguelito
1985
10.0A story about a man who has lots of different women and families.
Public Enemy No. 2: Maraming Number Two
1985
9.0A teen-aged daughter who idolizes her father finds it difficult to get attracted to guys of her age.
My Heart Belongs To Daddy
1982
8.3After years of trying to have a son, a couple finally decides to adopt one. While Shayne their only child is receptive at first, she finds herself getting increasingly jealous of Joel who has become the couple's center of attention. Shayne realizes that her adopted brother is no threat at all when he demonstrates his affection for her. But just when harmony is restored in the family, tragedy strikes during a beach excursion.
Where Will the Morning Come?
1983
NRThe Best of John en Marsha sa Pelikula, Part II: Directed by Ading Fernando. With Dolphy, Nida Blanca, Rolly Quizon, Panchito.
Da Best of John en Marsha sa Pelikula
1984
8.0Once a renowned karateka, Sawi veers to a quiet life, teaching karate to a handful of slum kids.
Kid, Huwag Kang Susuko
1987
7.0When her boyfriend leaves for Japan on a singing contract, a dancer is so distraught she does not see the car that hits her. The driver pretends to be a helpful passer-by; they fall in love and gets married. Only bringing her to a more complicated life.
Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos
1988
1970s · 9 titles
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Dancing Master
1979
7.0A love story set in the blissful serenity of a small barrio laced with comical situations as Badong, a poor farmer, goes about trying to win the hand of the barrio's prettiest lass, Lagring.
Tinimbang Ka, Bakit Husto?
1977
NRA 1976 Filipino film starring Nida Blanca and Eddie Rodriguez.
Mahirap Palang Magpalaki ng Asawa!
1976
10.0No synopsis available yet.
John & Marsha sa Amerika (Part Two)
1975
10.0A compilation of film clips featuring dance and song performances culled from various films of the so-called big three - Sampaguita, LVN, Premiere.
Happy Days Are Here Again
1974
No synopsis available yet.
Ang Darling ko'y Aswang
1975
10.0A story of marriage and its hiccups between Dolphy and Nida Blanca
Tulak ng Bibig, Kabig ng Dibdib
1970
7.0A teacher and garbage collector fall in love.
Bago Lumamig Ang Sabaw
1976
8.2The story of Annie Batungbakal, who dances in a disco bar.
Annie Batungbakal
1979
1960s · 6 titles
10.0Out of the gutter, the din, the squalor of the big city - A rousing story of 6 people seeking success that will startle you with its frankness and stir you its truth.
Sa Atin Ang Daigdig
1963
9.0No synopsis available yet.
Yeba!!! Chi! Qui! Cha!
1963
You name it this picture's got it thrilling action, hilarious comedy, suspenseful horror, musical entertainment, heartwarming romance.
Mabilis... Paa at Kamay
1964
10.0Alex Torres, a lawyer and part-time detective sent to Paris after the death of Alejandro Sarmiento to locate the heir to a 3 million peso inheritance. What should have been a straightforward search slowly pulls him into a small, restless world of jazz bars, runaways, and even unexpected love. Unbeknownst to him, Lili Gamboa was sent to watch his every move, though the assignment doesn’t stay simple once feelings start to get involved.
Pitong Gabi sa Paris
1961
NRTwo aspiring singers try their luck in Manila, meeting another aspiring singer, the Waray tomboy Adiang, along the way.
Si Adiang Waray
1963
10.0Directed by Romy Villaflor.
Bumunot ka't lumaban
1964
1950s · 6 titles
9.0A story about a son and his rich overbearing widow mother who's a vocal coach, one day he finds love in his mother's student.
Hijo de Familia
1953
9.0The most impossible dreams of a great musical come true with the nation's to radio stars, stage and television names.
Tuloy ang Ligaya
1958
A country lass moves to the city and falls in love with her benefactor
Babaing Hampas-lupa
1952
10.0A female mosquito net vendor's life changes when she meets the boss of an office and makes her his secretary.
Batangueña
1953
10.0Lamberto Avellana's adaptation of the Solomon and Sheba mythos.
Haring Solomon at Reyna Sheba
1952
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Casa Grande
1958
