Name: Roberta
Genre: Drama
Released: 1951-03-02
Duration: 1 h 30 min
Cast: Tessie Agana

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The motion picture that will tear your hearts in pieces!

Based on the popular comics by Mars Ravelo, Roberta is a battered child taking care of his brother in an impoverished setting.

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Filipino Comic Adaptation
Battered Child Protagonist
Impoverished Setting
Family Drama
Social Realism
Childhood Struggles
Sibling Relationship
Visceral Violence
Pathos and Melancholy

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Directed by: Olive La Torre
Written by: Mars Ravelo

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Facts

March 2, 1951 · 1 h 30 min · Violence

Released: March 2, 1951
Runtime: 1 h 30 min
Content: Violence
Genres: Drama
Original language: Filipino
Made in: Philippines

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Second-Face Smoke, Informed Attribute, Rich Bitch +9

Second-Face Smoke
Informed Attribute
Rich Bitch
Love Triangle
Shout-Out
Pimped-Out Cape
Fauxreigner
Pretty in Mink
Fashion Show
Childhood Friend Romance
Pimped-Out Dress
Beta Couple

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Questions about Roberta

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Is Roberta worth watching?

90

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90.

Can I half-watch Roberta?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Is Roberta in English?

Filipino

No, it was made in Filipino.