Maja Salvador Plays the Role of an Athlete in "Thelma"

Maja Salvador stars in Thelma where she plays the role of a track and field athlete coming from a poor family. Distributed by Star Cinema, it is set to be shown nationwide on September 7, 2011.

Directed by Paul Soriano, Thelma is basically an inspirational movie about life, hope, and the will to never give up. Inspired by true stories, some parts of the movie were taken from the life of national athlete Elma Muros who personally trained Maja in preparation for the role. Aside from that, Elma also has a role in the movie.

Aside from Maja and Elma, others in the cast of Thelma are John Arcilla, Tetchie Agbayani, Eliza Pineda, and Sue Prado with the special participation of Jason Abalos and Elma Muros.

Director Paul Soriano co-wrote the screenplay with Froilan Medina. He is also one of the producers of Thelma with Rino Que, Samantha Chavez-Que, and the star of the movie Maja Salvador.

Watch Thelma's trailer after the jump.

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