Babae sa Bintana

Watch Babae sa Bintana

"Come here... Take a peek."
  • 1998
  • 1 hr 42 min
  • 6.3  (154)

Babae sa Bintana, which translates to "Girl in the Window" tells the story of Rachel (Rosanna Roces), a woman who lives alone in a small apartment in Manila. She spends most of her days confined to her apartment and looking out the window, watching the people and the world go by. She interacts with the outside world only through the window, speaking to people passing by, but seldom leaving her apartment.

Rachel's quiet and solitary life is disrupted when she meets law student Adrian (Richard Gomez), who moves into the apartment across from hers. Adrian tries to reach out to Rachel, but she is hesitant to form any kind of relationship, preferring to keep to herself.

Despite Rachel's reluctance, Adrian persists and slowly they build a friendship, with Adrian regularly visiting her apartment to keep her company. As they spend more time together, Rachel starts opening up about her past, revealing that she was married before, but was left by her husband for another woman, leading her to a life of isolation.

Meanwhile, Adrian has problems of his own. He falls in love with a woman named Tasha (Sharmaine Arnaiz), who is engaged to a powerful and dangerous man, putting Adrian in grave danger. Rachel tries to convince Adrian to stay away from Tasha, but Adrian is determined to follow his heart.

The story takes a gripping turn when Rachel suddenly disappears, and Adrian begins to uncover some dark secrets about her past. He sets out to find her, leading to a dangerous confrontation with her past that threatens both their lives.

The film was directed by Chito Rono, and he ably weaves together a complex story of love, danger, and mystery. The film is a character-driven piece, and Rosanna Roces gives a standout performance as Rachel, a woman who is haunted by her past and tries to find solace in isolation. Richard Gomez also delivers a solid performance as Adrian, a man who is looking for love and meaning in his life.

The cinematography is noteworthy, with the film making full use of the titular window, which serves as a recurring motif throughout the film. The window is not just a physical space, but also a metaphorical one, symbolizing Rachel's isolation and the barriers she has created between herself and the world.

The film's themes of loneliness, isolation, and the search for human connection are universal and resonate deeply with audiences. The story is compelling and the pacing is just right, keeping the audience engaged throughout.

Babae sa Bintana is a powerful and moving film that is definitely worth watching. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the resilience of the human spirit, and leaves a lasting impact on its viewers.

Babae sa Bintana
Babae sa Bintana doesn't appear to be available from any streaming services.
Add this movie to your Watchlist to get notified when it's available.
Description
  • Release Date
    1998
  • Runtime
    1 hr 42 min
  • Language
    Tagalog
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (154)