Sensual(1986)
Synopsis
The film explores the sexual awakening and coming-of-age journey of a young woman named Niña. Growing up in a small town with her repressed mother, Turing, and her permissive, aging grandmother, Senyang, Niña begins to explore her sexuality. This includes both a lesbian relationship with her classmate Elsa and a subsequent charged, romantic tension with a newly arrived man named Ariel.
Directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya
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Cast
Barbra Benitez
Niña
Charito Solis
Senyang
Chanda Romero
Turing
Lito Gruet
Ariel
Lara Jacinto
Elsa
Hero Bautista
Nando
Vangie Labalan
Patring
Cris Daluz
Dr. Francisco
Arbie Antonio
Mario
Josie Galvez
Wife of Mario
Rolando Tinio
Gardener
Sarah Alonzo
Maring
Romeo Enriquez
Husband of Turing
Ella Luansing
Party Guest
Tony Mabesa
Party Guest
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Sensual was released in 1986.
How long is Sensual?+
Sensual runs for 85 minutes (1 hour and 25 minutes).
Who directed Sensual?+
Sensual was directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya.
Who stars in Sensual?+
Sensual stars Barbra Benitez, Charito Solis, Chanda Romero, Lito Gruet and Lara Jacinto.
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