Ma' Rosa (2016) Review

Is Ma’ Rosa worth watching?

Yes — Ma’ Rosa is worth watching, with a 86% Critic Score and 72% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 74% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (72), Letterboxd (3.5/5), and IMDb (6.8/10).

Directed by Brillante Ma Mendoza, Ma’ Rosa runs 110 minutes in Filipino. On Celluloid we index it for “Ma’ Rosa review”, “is Ma’ Rosa worth watching”, and related discovery queries from Philippines.

What is Ma’ Rosa about?

Ma’ Rosa has four children. She owns a small convenience store in a poor section of Manila where everybody knows her. To make ends meet, Rosa and her husband, Nestor, resell small amounts of narcotics on the side. One day, they get arrested. Rosa’s children are ready to do anything to buy their parents’ freedom from the corrupt police.

Critics consensus: Brillante Mendoza took Best Director at MGGA 2017 for this Cannes Best Actress vehicle — a cornerstone of MIFFest’s early international slate. The film stars Jaclyn Jose, Julio Díaz, Andi Eigenmann, Felix Roco, Jomari Angeles, and others.

Should you watch Ma’ Rosa tonight?

Yes — prioritize Ma’ Rosa tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 110 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.

Where can I watch Ma’ Rosa?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Ma’ Rosa (2016) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt5638094. Explore more from Philippines on our country hub or browse drama films.