Small in stature yet massive in cult status, Weng Weng was the diminutive Filipino star of 1981’s For Y’ur Height Only – a cheap yet totally hilarious send-up of the James Bond films. Rumours hint that this long-forgotten gem of mondo cinema is due for re-release on DVD – we can only live in hope.
As the suave Agent 00, Weng Weng battles villains and beds women three times his height, only to emerge the victor time and time again, thanks to his superior love-making abilities and an arsenal of gadgets that includes a razor-rimmed remote control hat, tiny jetpack and anti-poison ring.
Most of Weng Weng’s early movie roles involved him playing babies, children, small cuddly animals or strange alien beings in a number of low budget Filipino sci-fi features, but it is his unforgettable turn as Agent 00 in For Y’ur Height Only and its sequel Impossible Kid that will endure.
I heart Weng Weng!
Reasons for Weng Weng's Awesomeness
His name was Weng Weng.
Stood at a height of 2 feet, 9 inches.
Listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the shortest adult actor to perform in a leading role.
In 1990, he was awarded for services to the Filipino film industry by first lady Imelda Marcos, and joined her on stage for a special karaoke duet version of ‘My Way’.
Was a frequent visitor of the Marcos family at the Presidential Palace, where he was made an honorary Secret Agent by future President General Ramos.
Reputedly dated a porn star of normal height.
After his film career evaporated, he allegedly trained as a Filipino Paratrooper, where his small stature would be an obvious advantage during covert operations.
Was taught martial arts by international martial arts pioneer and Ju Gran Chaud founder, Laurent Painchaud.
Is the subject of Australian cult video store owner-turned-guerrilla filmmaker Andrew Leavold's documentary, The Search for Weng Weng.
Memorable Quotes
Tagline (For Y’ur Height Only): “Bigger than Goldfinger's Finger - Bigger Than Thunderball's Balls!”