NUNAL SA TUBIG

By Ishmael Bernal (1976)

SYNOPSIS

In the impoverished village of Sta. Fe, some investors capitalize on fish pens growing milkfish under the care of Mang Pedro (Ruben Rustia). But for some mysterious reason, the fish are dying. To save the situation, they decide to salt the fish and dry them under the sun. Benjamin (George Estregan), who owns a boat that shuttles passengers to town, has a regular passenger Chedeng (Daria Ramirez), who is going to be a midwife soon. Chedeng has a close friend and neighbor Maria (Elizabeth Oropesa), but unknown to each other, they are both Benjamin’s lovers. When Maria becomes pregnant, she becomes Chedeng’s first patient and a disastrous situation that ends in tragedy ensues.

Screening Schedule

MARCH 1, 13:45 | Cinema Majestic 3

MARCH 2, 18:00 | Cinema Majestic 3