In the Navel of the Sea
19981h 53m4.9
Drama
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Genre
- Drama
- Origin
- Philippines
About
In a remote fishing island in the '50s, Pepito grows up learning the trade of his mother, Rosa, the only midwife capable of delivering the newborn babies of their community. At first, the young son doesn't mind the unusual arrangement, but as he grows older, he begins to resist the role traditionally meant only for women. In time, Pepito's coming of age intersects with the lives of the other islanders, whose beliefs and struggles become critical impetus to his maturity.
Where to watch
Not available to stream in United States yet.
Details
- Director
- Marilou Diaz-Abaya
- Writing
- Jun Robles Lana
- Status
- Released
- Released
- Jun 24, 1998
- Studio
- Film Experts, GMA Pictures
Cast
Jomari Yllana
Pepito
Elizabeth Oropesa
Rosa
Chin-Chin Gutierrez
Mrs. Santiago
Jhong Hilario
Luis
Nini Jacinto
Maya
LJ Moreno
Sara
Pen Medina
Gusting
Tanya Gomez
Minda
Rolando Tinio
Apo
Mia Gutierrez
Tale
Manjo del Mundo
Mr. Santiago
Ronnie Lazaro
Berto
Dominic Guinto
Young Luis
Mickey Bolsico
Mermaid
Mae Dilag
Josefa
Chie Concepcion
Merly
Marife Necesito
Maya's Friend
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