Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother? (1990) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother? (1990) — When it is time for her to give birth, Andrea, a communist insurgent seeks refuge
Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother? (1990) Storyline
When it is time for her to give birth, Andrea, a communist insurgent seeks refuge in the city to her best friend Joyce. When Andrea's husband is reportedly killed, she temporarily leaves her son to their care. But before Andrea could return to her baby, she is arrested by the military. With no news of Andrea's whereabouts and presuming her to have been dead, the childless couple decided to keep the child and bring him to the United States. Upon returning to the country after seven years for a visit, Andrea confronts them and tries to claim his son back.
Full Cast & Crew
- Nora Aunor as Andrea
- Gina Alajar as Joyce
- Lloyd Samartino as Emil
- Dan Alvaro as Donato
- Perla Bautista as Mrs. Abad
- R.R. Herrera as Raymond
- Melissa Mendez as Emma
- Susan Africa as Jackylyn
- Juan Rodrigo as Momoy
- Ernie Zarate as Tomas
- Malou de Guzman as Activist Teacher
- Lani Lizarda as Activist Teacher
- Grace Amilbangsa as Missionary 1
- Joyce E. Bernal as Missionary 2
- Al-Rasheed as Nato
Why Watch Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother??
The Vibe: Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother? is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1990. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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