Sweet Revenge (1989)
Salve, a content barrio lass, is married to Alfred, an aspiring politician. Alfred meets Via finds out that they can both be very useful to each other's lives. He is set on pursuing a political career and Via is from a powerful political family that wants to continue to govern the land. Together, Albert and Via plan a scheme to get rid of Salve. But Salve survives the carnage. Salve takes revenge.
Director: Lino Brocka
Genre: Thriller, Action, Drama
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: September 12, 1989
Cast
- Sharon Cuneta - Salve
- Christopher de Leon - Alfred
- Hilda Koronel - Via
- Bembol Roco - Rod
- Mona Lisa - Nanay Belen
- Ruben Rustia
- Tom Olivar
- William Lorenzo
- Tony Tacorda
- Jimmy Reyes
Screenplay
- Gilda Olvidado (Story)
- Joen Chionglo (Screenplay)
Music: George Canseco
Cinematography: Pedro Manding Jr.
Editing: Ike Jarlego Jr.
Production: Viva Films
Country: Philippines
Language: Tagalog
Original Language: tl
Themes
Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Martial Arts Master and Vengeance
Keywords
philippines, revenge, adulterous affair, helping a fugitive
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sweet Revenge about?
- Salve, a content barrio lass, is married to Alfred, an aspiring politician. Alfred meets Via finds out that they can both be very useful to each other's lives. He is set on pursuing a political career and Via is from a powerful political family that wants to continue to govern the land. Together, Albert and Via plan a scheme to get rid of Salve. But Salve survives the carnage. Salve takes revenge.
- Who directed Sweet Revenge?
- Sweet Revenge was directed by Lino Brocka.
- Who stars in Sweet Revenge?
- Sweet Revenge stars Sharon Cuneta, Christopher de Leon, Hilda Koronel, Bembol Roco, Mona Lisa, Ruben Rustia.
- How long is Sweet Revenge?
- Sweet Revenge has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is Sweet Revenge?
- Sweet Revenge is a Thriller, Action, Drama film.
- Where was Sweet Revenge produced?
- Sweet Revenge was produced in Philippines.
- What are the themes of Sweet Revenge?
- The themes of Sweet Revenge include: Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Martial Arts Master and Vengeance.