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Sisa

Sisa

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Based on the tragic figure from Jose Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere, Sisa tells the story of a mother’s desperate search for her missing sons, Crispin and Basilio, ultimately leading to her own demise. Beyond its heartbreaking narrative, the film highlights the enduring strength and resilience of women in the face of adversity.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

Tagalog

Runtime

75 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

07 November 1951

Country

Philippines

Cast

Anita Linda

Anita Linda

Sisa

Reynaldo Dante

Reynaldo Dante

Pedro

Eddie Del Mar

Eddie Del Mar

Eddie Infante

Eddie Infante

Nati Rubi

Nati Rubi

Pancho Pelagio

Pancho Pelagio

Tony Tolman

Tony Tolman

Ruben Rustia

Ruben Rustia

Rosita Noble

Rosita Noble

Bebong Osorio

Bebong Osorio

Fernando Santiago

Fernando Santiago

Don Dano

Don Dano

Andres Benitez

Andres Benitez

Boy Francisco

Boy Francisco

Francisco Cruz

Francisco Cruz

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