Brutal (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1980, Brutal is a drama film directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya, running about 113 minutes. “They tell you what it is like to dull the pains of growing up..” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman after killing her husband and his friends goes into post-traumatic shock and withdraws from any form of communication. A feminist journalist becomes interested in the case and resolves to unravel the truth behind the murders.
Who’s in it. Brutal stars Amy Austria as Monica, Gina Alajar as Cynthia, Jay Ilagan as Tato and Perla Bautista as Aling Charing, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Brutal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brutal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brutal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brutal (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brutal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brutal worth watching?
- Brutal holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brutal?
- Brutal stars Amy Austria, Gina Alajar, Jay Ilagan, Perla Bautista and Johnny Delgado.
- When was Brutal released?
- Brutal was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.