In the Navel of the Sea
Sa Pusod ng Dagat
Synopsis
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.
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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
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marilou Diaz-Abaya
- Screenplay & Story
- Jun Robles Lana
- Original Title
- Sa Pusod ng Dagat
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- Film Experts, GMA Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Jun Robles Lana
Jess Navarro
Department Leadership Roster
Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Director
Jun Robles Lana
Screenplay
Jess Navarro
Editor
Len Santos
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About In the Navel of the Sea
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What is In the Navel of the Sea 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.
Who directed In the Navel of the Sea?
In the Navel of the Sea was directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya.
Who stars in In the Navel of the Sea?
The principal cast of In the Navel of the Sea includes Jomari Yllana, Elizabeth Oropesa, Chin-Chin Gutierrez, Jhong Hilario, Nini Jacinto.
When was In the Navel of the Sea released and how long is it?
In the Navel of the Sea was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.