Adela

14A
1h 28m
2008
7.2 /10 (5)

Overview

Adela, a former radio personality, celebrates her 80th birthday. Alone, and without support, she longs for the family and stability of years gone by. Mundane events take on heightened meaning as Adela gauges her life against those of the sea of humanity. Adela is about the quiet moments in life that can fill us with either joy or sorrow.

Country : Philippines
Genre : Drama
Languages : Not Available
Released Date: 2008-07-11

Top Billed Cast

Anita Linda

Adela

Joem Bascon

Benjo

Jason Abalos

PJ

Angeli Bayani

Mercy

Perla Bautista

Glenda

Iza Calzado

Tina

Ricky Davao

Ricky Davao

Zyra dela Cerna

Kalaguyo

German Moreno

Himself

Joy Napoles

Jona

Kenneth Ocampo

Joy

Armando A. Reyes

Larry

Arnold Reyes

Jericho

Nonoy Guial

Sepulterero

Minda Garcia

Tagawalis sa Sementeryo

Gabriel 'Hapon' Bagnas

Newsboy

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