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Sister Stella L.

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1984 | 103 min | Drama, Crime

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It was critically acclaimed, despite almost no lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Tailor-made for anyone who loves backroom deals and speeches and crime fans. Power and ambition drive every scene.
The mood
Dark and gritty.
The pace
Gives its people room to develop, at 1 hr 43 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in another language, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.

A nun who acts as a counselor in a home for unwed mother undergoes political awakening when her friend and namesake belonging to the same congregation as hers inspires her to get involved in the struggle for justice and freedom of striking workers in a cooking oil company.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    Critically acclaimed

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsBelow par

    2 wins and 4 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 5K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Mike de Leon

  • Vilma SantosSister Stella Legaspi
  • Jay IlaganNick Fajardo
  • Gina AlajarGigi
  • Laurice GuillenSister Stella Bautista
  • Tony SantosKa Dencio
  • Anita LindaAuring
  • Liza LorenaMagazine Editor
  • Ruben RustiaFactory Manager
  • Eddie InfanteKa Sidring
  • Rody VeraRoger