A Miracle
2024·Music·2h 22m
7.1
★
Amid drought and famine in Cupang, young Elsa claims to have seen the Virgin Mary and subsequently been blessed with the ability to heal the sick. As people flock to witness her powers, the village becomes consumed by faith, prosperity, greed, and deceit. Is Elsa truly a symbol of hope in a world desperate for salvation?
Directed by Pepe Diokno
virgin mary
religious symbolism
mmff
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Cast
Aicelle Santos
Elsa
Neomi Gonzales
Chayong
Kakki Teodoro
Nimia
David Ezra
Orly
Bituin Escalante
Aling Saling
Vic Robinson III
Pilo
Joann Co
Sepa
Floyd Tena
Pari
Onyl Torres
Baldo
Sweet Plantado
Mrs. Alba
Neil Tolentino
Imeng Bugaw
Red Nuestro
Bino
Crew
Pepe Diokno
Director
Pepe Diokno
Screenplay
Ricky Lee
Screenplay
Vincent de Jesus
Original Music Composer
Benjamin Gonzales Tolentino
Editor
Carlo Mendoza
Director of Photography
RJ Agustin
Executive Producer
Real Florido
Executive Producer
Ricky Lee
Executive Producer
Pepe Diokno
Producer
Ericson Navarro
Production Design
Vincent de Jesus
Songs
Popular Reviews
35 reviews
shai
8.0★ · 03/29/26
I wanted to watch its local stage run back in 2019, but I didn’t have the money at the time lmao I also haven’t seen the original film yet, so I can’t compare the two. I know Bernal’s work is considered one of the greatest in Philippine cinema, so I went into this with pretty high expectations.
Based on what I’ve read, it definitely didn’t disappoint. From the very first frame, I was excited to see it lean into a stage-to-film approach; it felt like watching a pro shot with its own cinematic touch. I’m especially fascinated by how Ricky Lee kept the premise ambiguous, it really leaves you questioning whether Elsa actually saw something that day. I’m not sure if this is like the original film, but I liked how open-ended it felt here.
As for the songs and overall musical scoring, “Ako ang Tunay na Birhen” stood out to me the most. Kakki Teodoro absolutely delivered!!
Based on what I’ve read, it definitely didn’t disappoint. From the very first frame, I was excited to see it lean into a stage-to-film approach; it felt like watching a pro shot with its own cinematic touch. I’m especially fascinated by how Ricky Lee kept the premise ambiguous, it really leaves you questioning whether Elsa actually saw something that day. I’m not sure if this is like the original film, but I liked how open-ended it felt here.
As for the songs and overall musical scoring, “Ako ang Tunay na Birhen” stood out to me the most. Kakki Teodoro absolutely delivered!!
I wanted to watch its local stage run back in 2019, but I didn’t have the money at the time lmao I also haven’t seen the original film yet, so I can’t compare the two. I know Bernal’s work is considered one of the greatest in Philippine cinema, so I went into this with pretty high expectations.
Based on what I’ve read, it definitely didn’t disappoint. From the very first frame, I was excited to see it lean into a stage-to-film approach; it felt like watching a pro shot with its own cinematic touch. I’m especially fascinated by how Ricky Lee kept the premise ambiguous, it really leaves you questioning whether Elsa actually saw something that day. I’m not sure if this is like the original film, but I liked how open-ended it felt here.
As for the songs and overall musical scoring, “Ako ang Tunay na Birhen” stood out to me the most. Kakki Teodoro absolutely delivered!!
Based on what I’ve read, it definitely didn’t disappoint. From the very first frame, I was excited to see it lean into a stage-to-film approach; it felt like watching a pro shot with its own cinematic touch. I’m especially fascinated by how Ricky Lee kept the premise ambiguous, it really leaves you questioning whether Elsa actually saw something that day. I’m not sure if this is like the original film, but I liked how open-ended it felt here.
As for the songs and overall musical scoring, “Ako ang Tunay na Birhen” stood out to me the most. Kakki Teodoro absolutely delivered!!
seungi
8.0★ · 01/14/26
film me like one of your french girls - elsa
(well, not literally)
(well, not literally)
film me like one of your french girls - elsa
(well, not literally)
(well, not literally)
vinscent
10.0★ · 01/10/26
ANG GALING! as someone na into theatre and musical plays/films, kudos to direk Pepe Diokno for actually pulling this type of genre ng films. Tama nga sila, it feels artificial compared sa original film (which is a good thing for me) kasi it lived up to its name and type of genre na ginamit. Sa mga nagsasabing hindi na dapat gawan ng adaptation ang Himala, isang malaking pakyu sainyong lahat kasi "Isang Himala" ay "Isang Himala"
To stunning visuals, great cinematography and actors performances, GRABE!!! HELLLOO!?? Aicelle Santos na yan plus the performace ni Kakki Teodoro, mapapasabi ka na lang rin talaga na nasa pepe ko ang himala.
This film deserves more cinemas and platform because for the fact na 9 cinemas lang nagshow 'tong film na 'to nung MMFF'24, medyo selective talaga ang audience na manonood but maybe if you watched this, you will also be in the theatrical side.
MABUHAY ANG TEATRONG PILIPINO!!!
sidenote: TANGINA MO QUIBOLOY, HINDI KA SI ELSA!!!
To stunning visuals, great cinematography and actors performances, GRABE!!! HELLLOO!?? Aicelle Santos na yan plus the performace ni Kakki Teodoro, mapapasabi ka na lang rin talaga na nasa pepe ko ang himala.
This film deserves more cinemas and platform because for the fact na 9 cinemas lang nagshow 'tong film na 'to nung MMFF'24, medyo selective talaga ang audience na manonood but maybe if you watched this, you will also be in the theatrical side.
MABUHAY ANG TEATRONG PILIPINO!!!
sidenote: TANGINA MO QUIBOLOY, HINDI KA SI ELSA!!!
ANG GALING! as someone na into theatre and musical plays/films, kudos to direk Pepe Diokno for actually pulling this type of genre ng films. Tama nga sila, it feels artificial compared sa original film (which is a good thing for me) kasi it lived up to its name and type of genre na ginamit. Sa mga nagsasabing hindi na dapat gawan ng adaptation ang Himala, isang malaking pakyu sainyong lahat kasi "Isang Himala" ay "Isang Himala"
To stunning visuals, great cinematography and actors performances, GRABE!!! HELLLOO!?? Aicelle Santos na yan plus the performace ni Kakki Teodoro, mapapasabi ka na lang rin talaga na nasa pepe ko ang himala.
This film deserves more cinemas and platform because for the fact na 9 cinemas lang nagshow 'tong film na 'to nung MMFF'24, medyo selective talaga ang audience na manonood but maybe if you watched this, you will also be in the theatrical side.
MABUHAY ANG TEATRONG PILIPINO!!!
sidenote: TANGINA MO QUIBOLOY, HINDI KA SI ELSA!!!
To stunning visuals, great cinematography and actors performances, GRABE!!! HELLLOO!?? Aicelle Santos na yan plus the performace ni Kakki Teodoro, mapapasabi ka na lang rin talaga na nasa pepe ko ang himala.
This film deserves more cinemas and platform because for the fact na 9 cinemas lang nagshow 'tong film na 'to nung MMFF'24, medyo selective talaga ang audience na manonood but maybe if you watched this, you will also be in the theatrical side.
MABUHAY ANG TEATRONG PILIPINO!!!
sidenote: TANGINA MO QUIBOLOY, HINDI KA SI ELSA!!!
Alex
4.0★ · 01/02/26
I get the point. But it is so underwhelming.
Ps. Every single character is so stupid. Greedy AF people, very Pilipino nga.
Ps. Every single character is so stupid. Greedy AF people, very Pilipino nga.
I get the point. But it is so underwhelming.
Ps. Every single character is so stupid. Greedy AF people, very Pilipino nga.
Ps. Every single character is so stupid. Greedy AF people, very Pilipino nga.
Rico Ric
10.0★ · 11/20/25
Ako’y Mayroong Kuwento Reprise duet ni Aicelle santos and kakki bautista is my For Good
Ako’y Mayroong Kuwento Reprise duet ni Aicelle santos and kakki bautista is my For Good