Mercedes Cabral
Mercedes Cabral (born August 10, 1986) is a Filipino actress. She is best known for starring in Philippine arthouse and independent films, notably those by Brillante Mendoza such as Serbis, Kinatay, Captive, and Thy Womb.[3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10] She also appeared in the South Korean film Thirst directed by Park Chan-wook.[11][12][13][14] In 2021, she appeared in Huwag Kang Mangamba. She played the main antagonist role Agatha, a wicked stepmother of Joy, which is played by Francine Diaz. In 2016, she appeared in a Phil Giordano's award winning short film SUPOT.[15][16][17]
Mercedes Cabral | |
|---|---|
 Mercedes Cabral in 2012 | |
| Born | Maria Mercedes Porte Cabral August 10, 1986 |
| Education | University of the Philippines Diliman (B.A.)[1][2] |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2008–present |
Filmography
- Apag (2023)
- U-Turn (2020)
- Culion (2019)
- Nightshift (2019)
- Pandanggo sa Hukay (2019)
- Aurora (2018)
- I'm Drunk, I Love You (2017)
- Oro (2016)
- Ma' Rosa (2016)
- SUPOT (2016)
- Rosita (2014)
- Serpent Sword and the Betrayal (2014)
- Force of Angel (2014)
- The Deadline (2014)
- Pedro Calungsod: Batang Martir (2013)
- Bingoleras (2013)
- Transit (2013)
- Playtime (2013)
- Bad Romance (2013)[18]
- Ad Ignorantiam (2012)
- Colossal Woman (2012)
- Hunger Pangs (short film, 2012)
- Aberya (2012)
- Mater Dolorosa (2012)
- Limang Dipang Tao (2012)
- Ginger and Cumin (short film, 2012)
- Biktima (2012)
- Thy Womb (2012)[19][20]
- Imik (2012)
- The Healing (2012)
- Ang Nawawala (2012)
- Captive (2012)
- Crossroads (2012)[21]
- Di ingon 'nato (2011)[22]
- Dog Show (2012)
- Pilgrim Lovers (2011)
- Ligo na Ü, Lapit na Me (2011)
- The Woman in the Septic Tank (2011)
- Liberacion (2011)
- Shake, Rattle and Roll 12 (segment "Punerarya", 2010)
- The Night Infinite (2010)
- Ang Babae sa Sementeryo (2010)
- Gayuma (2010)[23]
- Si Techie, si Teknoboy, at si Juana B (2010)
- Blood Ties (2010)
- Garden of Eve (segment "Minsan May Isang Puta", 2010)[24]
- Sakit (short film, 2010)
- Babae ako (short film, 2009)
- Soliloquy (2009)
- Panahon na (2009)
- Latak (2009)
- Karera (2009)
- Tigasan (2009)[25]
- The Rapture of Fe (2009)
- Kinatay (2009)
- Thirst (2009)
- 1017: Sa paglaya ng aking salita (2009)
- Padyak (2009)
- Booking (2009)[26]
- Loophole (2009)
- Chronicle of Wasted Lives (2009)
- Serbis (2008)[27][28]
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | FPJ's Batang Quiapo | PO2 Lena Cortez | Supporting Cast / Protagonist | |
| 2022 | 2 Good 2 Be True | Abegail Rosales | Guest Cast / Protagonist | |
| 2021 | Huwag Kang Mangamba | Agatha Delos Santos | Main Cast / Antagonist / Protagonist | |
| 2020 | A Soldier's Heart | Guest Cast | ||
| 2019 | Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 3: The Real Untold Story of Josephine Bracken | Herself/Lucia Rizal | Guest Cast | |
| The General's Daughter | Gabriela "Cinco" Sta. Ana | Guest Role / Antagonist | ||
| 2018 | Ngayon at Kailanman | Mia Bartolome | Special Participation / Anti-Hero | |
| 2017 | Hanggang Saan | Carolina Dela Guerra | Supporting cast / Anti-Hero | |
| FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Aurora Dumaguit | Guest Cast / Protagonist | ||
| 2016 | The Greatest Love | Greta Ramirez / Clarissa Ramirez | Supporting Cast / Antagonist / Protagonist | |
| Saq Al Bamboo (The Bamboo Stalk) | Josephine | Kuwaiti soap opera[29][30][31] | ||
| 2015 | Ningning | Evaporada "Eva" Herrera | Supporting Cast / Protagonist | |
| Karelasyon | Jasmin | Main Cast / Antagonist | ||
| 2014–2015 | Ang Lihim ni Annasandra | Saling | Recurring cast | |
| 2013 | Katipunan | Teresa Magbanua | Minor Character | |
| Cassandra: Warrior Angel | Camilla / Hunyango | Supporting Cast | ||
| Bayan Ko | Eliza Bauer | Six-part Series | ||
| 2012-13 | Magdalena: Anghel sa Putikan | Kim | Recurring | |
| 2012 | Luna Blanca | Marietta | [32] | |
| 2012 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Hiyas | Giana | [33][34][35] | |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Myrna | Episode: "Bibliya" | |
References
- Palumar, Khyne (March 25, 2013). "Mercedes Cabral - Ladies' Confessions Vol. 4: Celebrity Diaries". FHM Philippines. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Caruncho, E. S. (April 6, 2014). An Independent Woman. Philippine Daily Inquirer. http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/156126/an-independent-woman
- Pumaloy, Rey (July 19, 2011). "Mercedes Cabral recounts controversial sex scene with Coco Martin in Serbis". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Sibonga, Glen P. (November 25, 2011). "Indie actress Mercedes Cabral saddened by "bold star" tag in local showbiz; says foreign film festivals give her more appreciation and respect". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Cruz, Marinel R. (April 12, 2012). "In-demand indie star relishes the subtlety of movie portrayals". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- San Diego, Bayani Jr. (September 5, 2012). "Venice red carpet debut for Nora Aunor, Lovi Poe, Mercedes Cabral". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- San Diego, Bayani Jr. (September 15, 2012). "Thy Womb Venice diaries". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (August 10, 2012). "Indie film actress Mercedes Cabral on working with the Superstar Nora Aunor". GMA News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Cruz, Marinel R. (September 30, 2012). "Indie star feels challenged by coming television work". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Garcia, Vincent Anthon (April 21, 2013). "Showbiz Tsismis: Is Mercedes Cabral underrated?". Gulf News. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Santiago, Erwin (March 4, 2008). "Filipino actress Mercedes Cabral lands role in South Korean movie". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (July 11, 2008). "Filipina actress voted "Most Beautiful" in Cannes off to Korea shoot". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (October 2, 2008). "Mercedes Cabral, tanging Pilipinang aktres sa 13th Pusan film fest" [Mercedes Cabral, the only Filipino actress at the 13th Pusan film fest]. ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (October 8, 2008). "Cabral's dream of invading Hollywood slowly coming true". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Review, UK Film (September 23, 2016). "Supot short film". UK Film Review. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
- "Premiere: SUPOT by Phil Giordano | Coming of Age Short Film". Directors Notes. April 25, 2018. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
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- Belen, Walden Sadiri M. (April 20, 2013). "Mercedes Cabral: An Actress By Accident!". Manila Bulletin (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (August 10, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral excited about attending Venice filmfest with Nora Aunor and other Thy Womb co-stars". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Jarloc, Glaiza (September 28, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral enjoys working with Nora Aunor". SunStar (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Sibonga, Glen P. (November 26, 2011). "Mercedes Cabral says she will not stop making indie films even if she becomes a success in mainstream movies". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Jimenez, Jocelyn (November 10, 2011). "Mercedes Cabral says winning an acting award isn't her priority". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (September 4, 2010). "Cannes actress Mercedes Cabral bolts out of bold mold". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Calderon, Ricky (July 7, 2010). "Indie film actress Mercedes Cabral stars in three Cinemalaya entries". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (July 4, 2009). "No more nude scenes for Mercedes Cabral". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (January 30, 2009). "Mercedes Cabral flattered by fame". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (May 25, 2008). "Filipina Serbis actress among Cannes 'red carpet glamour girls'". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Villasanta, Boy (May 8, 2009). "Double treat for Mercedes Cabral at the 2009 Cannes". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Philippine Daily Inquirer (June 10, 2016). Mercedes Cabral stars in Kuwaiti soap.
- ABS-CBN News. (June 9, 2016). Mercedes Cabral a hit on Kuwaiti TV.
- Abando, P. (June 12, 2016). Mercedes Cabral enchants viewers in the Middle East. The Manila Bulletin.
- Pumaloy, Rey (May 16, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral expresses disappointment over shelved Kapamilya series; finds Nora Aunor very down to earth". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- "Mercedes Cabral penetrates mainstream TV". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). February 19, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- "Mercedes praises Zanjoe for being a gentleman". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). July 19, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
- Buan-Deveza, Reyma (May 23, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral still hurting over Hiyas delay?". ABS-CBN News (in English and Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
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