Malvarosa (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1958, Malvarosa is a drama film directed by Gregorio Fernandez, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Malvarosa is the poignant story of a family’s struggles in life. It tells of Rosa who lives in the slums near the railroad tracks, with her mother and five brothers. Her mother wallows in guilt and depression, when her drunkard father is run over by a train. Though she is set to marry her fiancé, Rosa chooses to put her family’s needs before her own. Rosa’s brothers also carry their own burdens, except for one, the youngest, Avelino who helps Rosa shoulder the weight of the family’s problems.
Who’s in it. Malvarosa stars Charito Solis as Rosa, Leroy Salvador as Candido, Carlos Padilla Jr. as Alberto and Eddie Rodriguez as Avelino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Malvarosa has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Malvarosa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Malvarosa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Malvarosa (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Malvarosa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Malvarosa worth watching?
- Malvarosa holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Malvarosa?
- Malvarosa stars Charito Solis, Leroy Salvador, Carlos Padilla Jr., Eddie Rodriguez and Vic Silayan.
- When was Malvarosa released?
- Malvarosa was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.