Title: Sisid Marino
Year: 2024
Genre: Drama
Rating: 5
Cast: Ataska Mercado, Marlon Marcia, Cariz Manzano, Julia Victoria, Yda Manzano
Description: The raw, visceral grief etched onto the faces of Ataska Mercado and Marlon Marcia in Joel Lamangan's *Sisid Marino* is a masterpiece of unspoken sorrow. This isn't just a film about a couple grappling with the death of their child; it's a harrowing exploration of the fragility of the human spirit under the crushing weight of poverty and despair. Their desperate search for solace in intimacy, masterfully portrayed by the entire cast including Cariz Manzano, Julia Victoria, and Yda Manzano, becomes a poignant testament to the resilience – and the limitations – of the human heart. Lamangan’s direction allows the performances to breathe, creating a space for the audience to confront the film's unflinching portrayal of grief and its devastating consequences. *Sisid Marino* is a challenging but ultimately rewarding cinematic experience, leaving a lasting impression long after the credits roll.