Sensual
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.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →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
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marilou Diaz-Abaya
- Screenplay & Story
- Jose Javier Reyes
- Original Score
- Jaime Fabregas
- Original Title
- Sensual
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Regal Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Jose Javier Reyes
Jaime Fabregas
Conrado Baltazar
Marc Tarnate
Lily Monteverde
Department Leadership Roster
Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Director
Conrado Baltazar
Director of Photography
Marc Tarnate
Editor
Jay Lozada
Production Design
Jose Javier Reyes
Screenplay
Lily Monteverde
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sensual
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sensual about?
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.
Who directed Sensual?
Sensual was directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya.
Who stars in Sensual?
The principal cast of Sensual includes Barbra Benitez, Charito Solis, Chanda Romero, Lito Gruet, Lara Jacinto.
When was Sensual released and how long is it?
Sensual was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Sensual?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sensual was composed by Jaime Fabregas.