Tommy Abuel

Scarecrow (2025)

As a family clashes over their late father's land, an eerie painting appears and releases something sinister during the nine-day funeral ritual. ...

Gravity (2016)

After surviving the Death March, Martial Law and the loss of his legs, Justino became an atheist. But when his wife dies, a part of him is yearning to believe in life beyond death; just for a chance to be with her again. Searching for parts of her he can s ...

Of All the Things (2012)

Muhlach plays the role of Umboy, a notary public attorney who earns a living by notarizing important documents and other papers, while Velasquez on the other hand plays the role of Berns, a professional documents fixer. Every time Berns needs the help of a ...

Last Viewing (2009)

She registers not a hint of panic when her little daughter, an autistic, goes missing while they are shopping for her graduation dress in Quiapo, going through her daily chore as if nothing so heart-breaking has happened even as she continues to search for ...

Fausta (2009)

A Felino Tañada's foray into the life and times of the founder of Sacred Heart Academy in Lucena City, Hermana Fausta, in the 1920s ...

Lovebirds (2008)

When Mario invites his Internet pen pal all the way from Spain to his home in the Philippines to meet his family, his mother and father assume "Alexis" is a girl. But when Alexis turns out to be a man, it completely changes the family dynamic. While Mario' ...

Don't Give Up On Us (2006)

When an overbearing advertising executive rushes off to Baguio to look for her brother's runaway bride, she unexpectedly falls in love with a laid-back local singer. ...

Chavit (2003)

This movie is about the story of Luis "Chavit" Singson (born 1941), a Philippine politician, and the Governor of the Ilocos Sur province in the Philippines. Singson started EDSA II in October 2000 when he alleged he gave Philippine President Joseph Estrada ...

Bakat (2001)

Annie, an alluring lady, catches the eye of old widower Leoncio. The old man marries her after a short period of acquaintance. Leoncio's son Robert and daughter Marites disapprove of their father's single-handed decision, leading to a conflict that causes ...

Senswal (2000)

Two sisters are bonded by a strong relationship but it turns hateful after the youngest sister discovers that her big sister works as a call girl. In a tragic incident, the true nature of their relationship will be revealed. ...

Esperanza: The Movie (1999)

A Filipino movie based on the television series Esperanza, opens up where the TV finale left off. ...

Oo na... Mahal na Kung Mahal (1999)

A Filipino coming-of-age film directed by Johnny Manahan. ...

Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie II (1997)

This second feature film based on the popular television series features two true legal cases. The first is of a nanny accused of kidnapping the child in her care, and the second is about how a rich family tries to cover up the murder of a poor man. ...

Tirad Pass: The Story of Gen. Gregorio del Pilar (1996)

The Battle of Tirad Pass was fought between Filipino revolutionary forces and Americans of the 33rd Infantry Regiment in Ilocos Sur. Brigadier General Gregorio del Pilar led the Filipinos, while Major Peyton March led the Americans. The battle resulted in ...

Mulanay: Sa Pusod Ng Paraiso (1996)

A doctor dedicated her life post-graduate to help the rural community of Mulanay, Quezon. Based on a true story. ...

Second Chances (1995)

Two lovers, who are oceans apart, discover that distance can either make the heart grow fonder or render it numb with grief. ...

The Marita Gonzaga Rape-Slay: In God We Trust! (1995)

Sexually assualted to death by unknown gangs, which is led by Brando Legaspi's wild obsession. ...

Forever (1994)

They are two very different people. She's a strong-willed heiress running away from a loveless arranged marriage; he's a happy-go-lucky biker running away from responsibility. Yet, despite the glaring differences, they are drawn to each other when they m ...

The Untold Story: Vizconde Massacre II - May the Lord Be with Us! (1994)

Follow-up to the previous year's sensationalist hit The Vizconde Massacre: God, Help Us! (based on a real, gruesome, then-unsolved triple murder that was hogging Filipino newspaper space at the time), this includes new evidence in the case. ...

Relaks ka Lang Sagot Kita (1994)

CIS agent Gerry Paz is accused of a crime and takes Atty. Vera Villaverde hostage as he escapes from the law. Vera eventually realizes his innocence and a relationship forms between them as they clear his name. ...

Inay (1993)

A happy marriage goes wrong when the husband is accused of raping his stepdaughter who eventually died. The wife, feeling hopeless from the courts, takes justice into her own hands. ...

Leonardo Delos Reyes: Alyas Waway (1993)

The life story of Waway, a notorious mad killer during the 1970s. ...

Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa (1993)

The Vizconde Massacre: God, Help Us! (1993)

A gruesome look into the infamous and seemingly neverending 1991 Vizconde murder case in the Philippines where a woman, her teen daughter, and a 6-year-old were all viciously stabbed to death while the husband was away in America on business. ...

Akin ang Pangarap Mo (1992)

Leo is engaged to Anita out of convenience since her father and her parents are long time friends. It was never an issue until Leo meets Gigi during his stay in the family farm. Leo loves Anita but he cannot get enough of Gigi's seduction. He later finds h ...

Alyas Pogi: Birador ng Nueva Ecija (1990)

A 1990 Filipino action film starring Ramon Revilla Jr. ...

Lumaban ka! Sagot kita sa Diyos (1990)

Corruption, betrayal and vendettas are the focus of this crime drama that stars Julio Diaz as Dado, a man who prefers a quiet life over troubling himself on the ongoing injustice in society. This soon changes when it becomes personal and awakens his will t ...

Immortal (1989)

Two star-crossed lovers, meeting each other across several lifetimes, hoping that in each cycle they can break down the walls that keep them apart. ...

Sa Kuko ng Agila (1989)

Tonyo (Joseph Estrada), a mini-bus driver in Olongapo, opposes U.S. military bases in the Philippines. He saw the changes of the city after the military bases were established. Social problems of corruption, prostitution, poverty, and the plight of fisherm ...

Kahit Wala Ka Na (1989)

A story about a separated woman and the challenges she encounters when she faces the real world alone with her son. ...

Arsenio Cayanan: Alyas Boy Negro (1988)

This is the true story of Arsenio Cayanan, a Black Asian American whose challenges in his youth led him into a life of crime. ...

Walang Karugtong Ang Nakaraan (1987)

A widower found a strong resemblance between his late wife and the tutor of his daughter. Because he never got over his loss he courted and married her and then proceeded to remake her in the image of his wife. Naive and very much in love she obeyed his wi ...

Always and Forever (1986)

A balikbayan proves his sincere intentions in courting his local Juliet. ...

Bomba Arienda (1985)

1985 Filipino biographical film that tells the story of Roger "Bomba" Arienda, a radio commentator known for his strong anti-government stance and subsequent imprisonment during the Marcos regime. The film depicts his life before and after his detention, f ...

God... Save Me! (1985)

A doting father, terminally ill with cancer, spends the remaining days of his life with his young daughter. ...

Why Are the Clouds Thin? (1985)

When love takes everything you have, will you still fight for it? ...

Heartache City (1985)

Five young women trek to the city in the quest of better lives but end up instead with broken hearts. ...

Shining Star (1985)

Dorina Pineda is a sampaguita vendor idolizing the most famous singing sensation in the country, Lavinia Arguilles. Lavina with her ego getting big, drives away her fans and even her boyfriend Nico Escobar. He later discovers Dorina as a wonderful singer a ...

Lalakwe (1985)

Teenager Anna falls in love with and gives her womanhood to the middle-aged womanizer Eric who promises her marriage. Upon her brother's insistence to meet the man, she realizes then that Eric is married and eventually commits suicide. Outraged, Martin (br ...

Magchumikap Ka! (1985)

Two couples transform their losing streak into successful businesses. ...

Bukas... May Pangarap (1984)

Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1984 directed by Gil Portes and starred Gina Alajar, Tommy Abuel, Dante Balaois, Michael Baluyot, Richard Baluyot, Thea Cleofe Salvador, Bes Flores, Ruben Rustia, Bebong Osorio, and Josie Galvez. ...

May Daga sa Labas ng Lungga (1984)

This time, its Lauro's turn to doubt his wife fidelity. He chooses to stay in the house to keep an eye on his wife, who hired a hunky helper. ...

Working Girls (1984)

Women cope with various problems while earning a living in the city. ...

May Lamok sa Loob ng Kulambo (1984)

Lauro (Eddie Garcia) is a married man who just loves women. His wife Elena (Gloria Diaz), a beautiful and strong-willed woman is dead set in keeping him from womanizing. ...

Should the Skies Clear (1984)

Catherine goes through all the travails of a young woman who must deal with a scheming stepfather out to dupe her of her inheritance. ...

Hanguin Mo Ako Sa Putik (1983)

A young woman hopes to find redemption from a sinful past in the arms of an elderly but genuinely caring lover. ...

A Tired, Angry Moon on a Restless Night (1983)

A story of married couples but leaves their own spouses for their relationship. ...

To Love Again (1983)

Forced by her father to marry a man she does not love in order to save him from financial ruin, Raffy runs away. Left with no choice but to fend for her own self, she takes on a secretarial job in a mining company. There she meets Bullet, an adventurous yo ...

Palabra de Honor (1983)

In a city where there is deception, crime and betrayal, it is a man who still keeps his word of honor ... ...

Friends in Love (1983)

A story of friends who got entangled in the ironies of falling in love. Fate decides to play a trick on the quartet. Sharron and Jackie are close friends with contrasting personalities. On the other hand William and Rowell are students in the same school w ...

How Often Is Sometimes? (1982)

They are two women in love with one man. One is the wife, the other is the mistress. And between them, the man whose love and time they share. But even the most discreet of affairs can be laid open, and the most submissive of wives can lose her patience. V ...

T-Bird at Ako (1982)

Stern, intelligent Sylvia, a lawyer, finally met her match. Only that the person is a woman, and was convicted of murder. ...

Karma (1981)

Sarah is assaulted by Eric on the eve of her wedding. Years later, their paths cross again, and the coincidence leads them to a shocking discovery: They are in fact reincarnations of Enrico and Guada, illicit lovers who lived 60 years ago. Are they destine ...

Hermano Pule (1979)

A story about a Filipino religious leader. ...

Babae... Ngayon at Kailanman (1977)

Babae...Ngayon at Kailanman is a film adaptation of three Filipino short story masterpieces: Nick Joaquin's "May Day Eve", Amador Daguio's "Wedding Dance" and Wilfrido Nollega's "Juego de Prenda. ...

Lalaki, Babae Kami! (1977)

A 1977 Filipino drama by Danny L. Zialcita. ...

Mga Basag Na Kristal (1977)

A Filipino drama about a 3 girls and their different circumstances. One runs away from home, one is set up to marry a friend of the family and one meets a guy when her car breaks down. All three lives become entwined. ...

Liwanag sa kabila ng dilim (1977)

A 1977 film directed by Maria Saret ...

Divorce: Pilipino Style (1976)

Secret muna. ...

Putik Ka Man... Sa Alabok Magbabalik (1976)

Can't find any source for its premise. Huhu. ...

The Rites of May (1976)

During a return to his provincial home, a young man gets involved with a woman who is ultimately possessed by her sister's spirit, paving the way to revealing the painful truth about her unsolved disappearance. ...

Diligin Mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na Lupa (1975)

A 1975 action film directed by Augusto Buenaventura. It is distinguished for being the movie to win the Best Picture award in the very first Metro Manila Film Festival. ...

Manila in the Claws of Light (1975)

Julio, a young fisherman from a provincial village, descends into social alienation as he arrives in Manila to search for his loved one. ...

Dalawang Mukha ng Tagumpay (1973)

Now and Forever (1973)

A VALENTINE SPECIAL. The Reel and Real-Life SWEETHEARTS With a Distinguished Cast from the Legitimate Stage. ...

Remembrance (1972)

Remembrance: Directed by Emmanuel H. Borlaza. With Vilma Santos, Edgar Mortiz, Jay Ilagan. ...