Grief still lingers across the nation after the Nora Aunor, National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts on April 16. In response to her passing, many Noranians (the correct term for Nora’s fans) have turned to watching her classic movies as a way to honor her memory and relive the brilliance that made her an icon of Philippine cinema.
Tracking down where to stream all of the late Superstar’s films might feel like a cinematic scavenger hunt — but don’t worry, we’ve got your back. We’ve rounded up 10 of Nora Aunor’s digitally restored classics (out of her massive 170-film legacy) that you can watch online right now, so you can kick back, hit play, and bask in the brilliance of the one and only Ate Guy.
Himala
Where to stream: Netflix, Apple TV, JuanFlix
Directed by Ishamel Bernal, this critically acclaimed religious drama tells the story of Elsa (Aunor), a young woman in a drought-stricken village who claims to be capable of performing miracles. As Elsa’s fame grows nationwide, the village begins to struggle with mass hysteria, moral dilemmas, and the consequences of blind faith.
Whistleblower
Where to stream: Netflix
From director Adolf Alix Jr., this political thriller centers around Zeny Roblado (Aunor), an accountant who becomes entangled in a massive corruption scheme orchestrated by her employer, the scam queen Lorna Valera (Cherry Pie Picache).
Ikaw ay Akin
Where to stream: JuanFlix
This Filipino romantic drama follows the messy love triangle between Rex (Christopher de Leon), his long-time partner Teresita (Aunor), and the free-spirited Sandra (Vilma Santos).
Atsay
Where to stream: JuanFlix
Nelia (Aunor), a provincial woman who moves to Manila to find work as a domestic helper, endures alarming levels of abuse from her employers. Although she is treated poorly during her time working for them, Nelia eventually finds solace in the arms of a lover.
Bulaklak sa City Jail
Where to stream: JuanFlix
This neo-noir crime prison drama follows Angela Aguilar (Aunor), a nightclub singer who is sent to the Manila City Jail on charges of frustrated murder. Wrongfully imprisoned, Angela must find a way to survive the confines of the city jail and prove her innocence.
Banaue: Stairway to the Sky
Where to stream: JuanFlix, Apple TV
Centered on the construction of Ifugao’s Banaue Rice Terraces, Banaue: Stairway to the Sky focuses on Banawe (Aunor), who defends her tribe’s land against violent, external threats.
T-Bird at Ako
Where to stream: Apple TV
This gripping crime drama explores the complex relationship between Sylvia (Aunor), a lawyer, and Sabel (Vilma Santos), a bar dancer accused of murder. As Sylvia defends Sabel, she grapples with her emerging romantic feelings for her client.
Thy Womb
Where to stream: JuanFlix
Directed by Brillante Mendoza, Thy Womb is a poignant drama set in the southern Philippines where Nora portrays Shaleha, a Badjao midwife who, despite delivering countless babies, faces her own infertility.
Ina Ka ng Anak Mo
Where to stream: YouTube
From director Lino Brocka comes the classic drama Ina Ka ng Anak Mo, in which Nora plays Ester, a social worker unable to conceive. In a desperate bid to have a child, her husband Luis (Raoul Aragon) sleeps with Ester’s mother, Renata (Lolita Rodriguez), resulting in Renata bearing a child.
Tinik Sa Dibdib
Where to stream: YouTube
Young woman Lorna (Aunor) marries security guard Lando (Philip Salvador) and becomes caught up in the many overwhelming troubles of her husband’s family.
