The Trial is a 2014 Philippine family drama film directed by Chito S. Roño and written by Enrico C. Santos and Kriz G. Gazmen from a story developed by Ricky Lee. The film stars John Lloyd Cruz, Richard Gomez, Gretchen Barretto, Enrique Gil and Jessy Mendiola.
Produced and distributed by Star Cinema for its 20th anniversary, the film was theatrically released on October 15, 2014.
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Premise
Ronald (John Lloyd Cruz), a mentally challenged man, was put on trial after allegedly raping his teacher Bessy (Jessy Mendiola). As Amanda (Gretchen Barretto), Julian (Richard Gomez), and Ronald try to mount a convincing defense, they soon discover that they're all connected in more ways than just the case.
Cast
John Lloyd Cruz as Ronald Jimenez Jr.
Gretchen Barretto as Amanda Bien
Richard Gomez as Julian Bien
Jessy Mendiola as Bessy Buenaventura
Enrique Gil as Martin Bien
Sylvia Sanchez as Sampi Jimenez
Vincent De Jesus as Ronald Jimenez Sr.
Vivian Velez as Lallie Lapiral
Benjamin Alves as Paco Sequia
Maricar Reyes as Pia
Alonzo Muhlach as Junjun
Isay Alvarez as Atty. Patricia Celis
Joy Viado† as Dora
Mon Confiado as Borta
Nico Antonio as Paco's friend
Manuel Chua as Sheriff
Gee Canlas as Megan
Lui Manansala as Mrs. Deputado
Angie Ferro† as Judge Feliciana Nieves
