Review of Ang Babaeng Nawawala Sa Sarili (2022 VIVAMAX Film):

Ang Babaeng Nawawala sa Sarili, a play on pleasure and insanity

Ang Babaeng Nawawala sa Sarili was first published as a series in Hiwaga Komiks. But it gained more popularity when prime actress Dina Bonnevie gave life to the character in its 1989 movie adaptation. In the Vivamax reimagination of this classic, Albina is played by Vivamax A-lister Ayanna Misola. Misola has become one of Viva’s most in-demand actresses since her launching movie, #Pornstar2: Pangalawang Putok in 2021, followed by Siklo; Kinsenas, Katapusan, Putahe, and the hit series L and Iskandalo.

An aspiring model named Albina loses her inhibitions and innocence with three men.  But as she finds sexual pleasure, she also seems to be losing her mind.

The three men in Albina’s life are Lawrence, Wendell, and Greg.

Lawrence, played by Diego Loyzaga, is a photographer who takes notice of Albina at a party.  It doesn’t take long before she becomes his girlfriend.

Wendell, played by Adrian Alandy, is the ex-boyfriend who is still obsessed with Albina. Despite him cheating on her, Albina’s parents are still in favor of him.

Greg, played by Mon Confiado, is a designer and owner of the prestigious Manos Fashion House. He has the power to fulfil her dream of being a model.

All these men make Albina’s life colorful, but there’s a dark force, by the name of Olivia, played by Ava Mendez, that’s hell-bent on possessing her body. What madness will this spirit bring?

Cult director Roman Perez, Jr. believes that this movie adaptation is more progressive than the 1989 version because it’s more grounded to the current sensibilities of the characters and he believes that there is no one who can play the role Albina, but Ayanna Misola.