Colma: The Musical (2006)

In the town of Colma, just south of San Francisco, the dead outnumber the living one thousand to one. Here, one wouldn't expect teenagers to burst out in song, or dance around cemeteries ... See full summary »

Director:

Richard Wong

Writers:

H.P. Mendoza (screenplay), H.P. Mendoza (story),

Stars:

Jake Moreno, H.P. Mendoza, L.A. Renigen

5 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jake Moreno	...	Billy
H.P. Mendoza	...	Rodel
L.A. Renigen	...	Maribel
Sigrid Sutter	...	Tara
Brian Raffi	...	Julio
Gigi Guizado	...	Kattia
Larry Soriano	...	Rodel's Father
Paul Kolsanoff	...	Kevin
Allison Torneros	...	Amanda
Paula Baldin	...	Young Girl
Jim Wierzba	...	Hulk Hogan
Kat Kneisel	...	Joanne
David Scott Keller	...	Michael
Dustin North	...	Colma Player / John / Bar Patron
Jeremiah Cothren	...	Colma Player / Bar Patron

Storyline

In the town of Colma, just south of San Francisco, the dead outnumber the living one thousand to one. Here, one wouldn't expect teenagers to burst out in song, or dance around cemeteries and streets. But, that's exactly what happens. Best pals Rodel, Billy, and Maribel find themselves in a state of limbo; fresh out of high school, they are just beginning to explore a new world of part-time mall jobs and crashing college parties. As newfound revelations and romances challenge their relationships with one another and their parents, the trio must assess what to hold onto, and how to best follow their dreams. It's a love song to the city, and to the residents who dream of a better (and more musical) life.

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Plot Keywords:

cemetery | teenager | mall | party crashing | gay interest | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Musical

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Certificate:

R

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 March 2006 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Colma, California, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$8,403 (USA) (22 June 2007)

Gross:

$129,974 (USA) (26 October 2007)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Greenrocksolid

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

During "Can We Get Any Older" in the party scene, Rodel walks past a man and immediately walks past him again.

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Quotes

Rodel: How do you know if your boyfriend is gay?
Billy: How?
Rodel: His dick tastes like shit.

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Connections

References Oliver! (1968)

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Soundtracks

"One Day - Part Two"
Written by H.P. Mendoza
Performed by H.P. Mendoza

User Reviews

what a great movie

well i went not knowing what this movie was about, or even 'what' Colma was! wow was i surprised, this movie was very well done for low budget. the writing witty and funny, also moving at times. The acting great, the music was real good too had me tapping my feet ;o) the musical numbers were well choreographed with some great touches. I think that Mendoza did a great job and i am looking forward to more from him. i loved L.A Renigan! she rocks. Please go and support this movie it really deserves it! I gave this movie 10 out of 10.. not because it was one of the best .. but because so much effort must have gone into the making of it, on such a low budget.