Sa Pusod ng Dagat is a 1998 Filipino film directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya. Starring Jomari Yllana with Chin Chin Gutierrez and Elizabeth Oropesa, it was released by GMA Films and Film Experts, Inc. The film, was critically acclaimed in local and international film festivals. It premiered on March 13, 1998. In a remote fishing island in the 50's, Pepito grows up learning the trade of his mother, Rosa , the only midwife capable of delivering the newborn babies of their community. At first, the young son doesn't mind the unusual arrangement, but as he grows older, he begins to resist the role... traditionally meant only for women. In time, Pepito's coming of age intersects with the lives of other islanders whose beliefs and struggles become critical impetus to his maturity. Eventually, embarrassment and prejudices were overcame by acceptance and love between mother and son. The film received nominations and awards from different local award-giving bodies. It got two Star Awards in 1999 for Cinematographer of the Year and Original Screenplay of the Year .
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| Release date: | 1998 |
| Directed by: | Marilou Diaz-Abaya |
| Runtime: | 114 Minutes |