
Paraiso: Three Stories of Hope
Seen it?2007 | 146 min | Drama
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
You might want to keep your phone out for these.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 26 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in another language, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
Three uplifting stories of faith, compassion and courage provide the framework for this inspirational film. First, Jocelyn, a victim of the mudslides in Leyte, finds strength in the face of tragedy; next, a family's adoption of a neglected young boy brings healing; and in the final chapter, widower Rudy Abad decides to build a village in the Philippines in memory of his wife, who died in the Sept. 11 attacks.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerNot counted
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
More like this
United 93Saturday SpecialAnother drama.
A Mighty HeartSunday Safe BetAnother drama, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
WorthSunday Safe BetAnother drama, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
Hands of StoneSunday Safe BetAnother drama, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
HardballWeeknight WatchAnother drama, though it's more of a weeknight watch.
Want more like this, picked just for you? Get my picks
Cast & crew
Directed by Ricky Davao, Jun Robles Lana, Joel Ruiz
- Maricel SorianoJocelyn Llorente
- Cesar MontanoRudy Abad
- Ricky Davao
- Michael V.Didoy
- Robert Arevalo
- Carmi MartinDiday
- Lilia Dizon
- Maricel Laxa
- Gian BernabePepe
- Nonie Buencamino