Gabbi Garcia Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Photos of WWII Film with Scott Adkins
MANILA, Philippines — Kapuso actress Gabbi Garcia recently shared some exclusive behind-the-scenes photos from the filming of "Prisoner of War" alongside English actor Scott Adkins. The photos were posted on her Instagram account, where she expressed her excitement and admiration for working with the renowned action star.
Gabbi described the experience as an honor and a thrilling opportunity. She highlighted that the film features Scott, who also co-wrote the story, in the role of a British pilot captured by the Japanese during World War II and sent to an internment camp in the Philippines. The narrative revolves around the events leading up to the historic Death March, where Scott's character, James Wright, and other prisoners participate in brutal death matches, ultimately devising a plan for escape.
In the film, Gabbi plays the role of Theresa, a nurse, alongside taekwondo star Pauline Lopez. The cast also includes Filipino-American director-actor Michael Copon as Gabriel Villanueva. Michael took the time to comment on Gabbi’s post, praising her contribution to the film and expressing his hope to work with her again in the future. He mentioned that he has previously directed notable actors such as Danny Trejo, Bea Alonzo, Hector David Jr., Maricel Laxa, and Costas Mandylor, who is the brother of "Prisoner of War" director Louis Mandylor.
Michael also teased about his upcoming projects, revealing that he is producing another movie this December in Silang, Cavite, and plans to work on three more films next year. His comments have generated excitement among fans and industry insiders alike.
The film has already received positive attention, having premiered at the Beverly Hills Film Festival last April and receiving a limited wide release in the United States last month. It is expected to gain more traction as it continues to be showcased in various platforms.
Other celebrities who left congratulatory messages on Gabbi’s post include Iza Calzado, Janine Gutierrez, Karen Davila, Max Collins, Ina Feleo, and Melai Cantiveros-Francisco. One of the most amusing comments came from Melai, who jokingly noted that Scott looked like entrepreneur-content creator Nico Bolzico.
Scott Adkins is known for his impressive action roles in several acclaimed films. Some of his most notable works include "John Wick: Chapter 4," "The Expendables 2," "Ip Man 4: The Finale," "Zero Dark Thirty," and the "Undisputed" series. His involvement in "Prisoner of War" adds to his growing list of high-profile projects.
As the film continues to make waves, it is clear that both Gabbi and Scott have delivered compelling performances that are sure to captivate audiences. Fans are eagerly awaiting the film’s wider release and looking forward to seeing how it will be received internationally.
