Hibla (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2002, Hibla is a drama and romance film directed by Yam Laranas, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Isabel and Clara are two childhood friends separated by fate. Isabel is a naive provincial lass who works as an indigenous fabric weaver while Clara is the liberated city girl. Clara has gone wild after her mother runs off with another man. The two meet after years of separation when Clara returns to the barrio to visit her father, Roman. But their cultural difference further separates them as Lando, Isabel's boyfriend, enters into the picture. Lando, frustrated with Isabel's conservatism and idealism, turns his attention to Clara, which irked Isabel. Isabel, in turn, seduces Clara's father.
Who’s in it. Hibla stars Maui Taylor as Clara, Rica Peralejo as Isabel, Ricky Davao as Roman and Antonio Aquitania as Lando, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Hibla has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hibla page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hibla tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hibla (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hibla change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hibla worth watching?
- Hibla holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hibla?
- Hibla stars Maui Taylor, Rica Peralejo, Ricky Davao, Antonio Aquitania and Tina Monasterio.
- When was Hibla released?
- Hibla was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.