Moral (1982): Cast & Plot
Moral is a 1982 drama directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya, starring Anna Marin as Maritess, Ronald Bregendahl and Lorna Tolentino. It runs 2 hours 18 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 18m (138 min)
- Director
- Marilou Diaz-Abaya
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Tagalog - Studio
- Seven Stars Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Moral About?
The premise of Moral without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Set against the backdrop of the early years of martial law, the film follows four college friends whose lives intersect in a series of episodic vignettes. As the political climate tightens, each struggles to understand and pursue his or her sexual identity and professional ambitions, navigating love, desire and the pressures of a changing society.
Moral Themes & Keywords
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- one word title
- wedding
- friendship
- friend
- part of duology
- first in duology
- title directed by female
- gay husband
- student activist
- singer
- prostitute
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- lawyer
- gay
- drug addict
- abortion
Moral Cast & Characters
Anna Marin leads the cast as Maritess, with Ronald Bregendahl as Dodo and Lorna Tolentino as Joey. Directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya; 21 actors are credited in all.
- Director Marilou Diaz-Abaya
- Anna Marin as Maritess
- Ronald Bregendahl as Dodo
- Lorna Tolentino as Joey
- Gina Alajar as Kathy
Also Starring in Moral
· 17 more- Sandy Andolong Sylvia
- Laurice Guillen Maggie
- Michael Sandico Jerry
- Mia Gutierrez Nita
- Juan Rodrigo Robert
- Lito Pimentel Celso
- Ernie Garcia Ernie Torres
- Claire de la Fuente Themselves
- Jessie Ramos Mr. Suarez
- Dexter Doria Mrs. Torres
- Odette Khan JM
- Pen Medina Professor
- Ray Ventura Taxi Driver
- Rustica Carpio Principal
- Ramil Rodriguez Frank
- Victor Ordoñez Psychiatrist
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- Manny Luna Opet
More from Marilou Diaz-Abaya
More films directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya: Noon At Ngayon, New Moon, Reef Hunters and José Rizal.
Moral Plot Summary
What happens in Moral from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Maritess, Anna Marin, is introduced as a newlywed wife to Dodo, Ronald Bregendahl. The film follows four University of the Philippines Diliman students—Maritess, Joey, Sylvia, and Kathy—as their lives begin to weave together in a story of ambition, friendship, and personal change. The early scenes paint a picture of domestic expectation and the bonds that tie these friends to one another.
Full summary
The whole story of Moral, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Moral?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which character is introduced as Maritess' husband?
Moral Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “모랄” and “道德故事”.
- Also known as
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- 모랄
- 道德故事
- モラル
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Moral FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Moral, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Moral?
Moral runs 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes).
When was Moral released?
Moral was released on December 25, 1982.
Who directed Moral?
Moral was directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya.
More films by Marilou Diaz-Abaya Who is in the cast of Moral?
Moral stars Anna Marin as Maritess, Ronald Bregendahl as Dodo and Lorna Tolentino as Joey, among 21 credited actors.
Does Moral have a post-credit scene?
No. Moral has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Moral in?
The original language of Moral is Tagalog.
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