Ishmael Bernal

Ishmael Bernal (September 30, 1938 – June 2, 1996) was a Filipino film, stage and television director, actor and screenwriter. Noted for melodramas with feminist and moral themes, he directed many landmark Filipino films such as Pagdating sa Dulo (1971), Nunal sa Tubig (1976), Manila by Night (1980), Himala (1982), and Working Girls (1984). Bernal was declared a National Artist of the Philippines in 2001.

Ishmael Bernal is known for work in directing across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Noli Me Tangere (1993), Himala (1982), Manila by Night (1980), A Speck in the Water (1976), Boy Kodyak (1979), Brocka x Bernal (2024), An Affair (1982), Sleeping Dragon (1975). The recorded credits span 1974 to 2024, including 24 movies and 1 TV show.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.