Kisapmata
1981, Tagalog. Directed by Mike de Leon.
You can't fight a gun with a rosary.
A young woman gets married but her authoritarian father refuses to let her out of his sight.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tagalog
- Rated
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Kisapmata is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mike de LeonDirector
- Charo SantosMila Carandang
- Jay IlaganNoel Manalansan
- Vic SilayanTatang / Sgt. Diosdado Carandang
- Charito SolisNanang / Adelina Carandang
- Ruben RustiaPeping Manalansan
- Aida CarmonaOnyang
- Juan RodrigoErnie
- Dindo AngelesMario
- Cora AlforjaCynthia
- Mely MallariDiomy
- Edwin O'HaraPolice 1
- Mandy BustamantePolice 2
Details
- Released
- 1 December 1981
- Country
- Philippines
- Written by
- Nick Joaquin, Clodualdo del Mundo Jr., Mike de Leon
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What Kisapmata is based on
Kisapmata is based on a true story.
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Kisapmata: quick answers
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How long is Kisapmata?
Kisapmata runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Kisapmata have a post-credits scene?
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Kisapmata parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Kisapmata on?
Kisapmata is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Kisapmata?
If you liked Kisapmata, try Insiang, Red Road, Butterfly on a Wheel.
Who directed Kisapmata?
Kisapmata (1981) was directed by Mike de Leon and stars Charo Santos, Jay Ilagan, Vic Silayan.
What is Kisapmata based on?
Kisapmata is based on a true story.