Dyesebel
Adapted from a comic book character
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Dyesebel (Tagalog pronunciation: [ˌdʒɛː.sɛˈbɛl]) is a Filipino comic book character, conceived by Mars Ravelo and drawn by Elpidio Torres. Dyesebel is a mermaid, who eventually gains full human form through a deal with a sea-witch. Aside appearing in Pilipino Komiks, Dyesebel also appeared in Kampeon Komiks (Champion Comics) in 1975. The story has been adapted into five films and a spin-off, throughout the timeline from 1953 to 1996. Among those who took on the role in the big screen are Eva Montes, Edna Luna (1953), Vilma Santos (1973), Alma Moreno (1978), Alice Dixson (1990), and Charlene Gonzales (1996). On the television, the iconic mermaid is portrayed by Marian Rivera (2008) and Anne Curtis (2014).
Adaptations (2)
Dyesebel has been adapted into 2 films, from 1988 to 1996.
Dyesebel1988 · film · 101 min · dir. Mel Chionglo · IMDb ↗IMDb6.1This story is about the ageless Dyesebel, the mythical mermaid. It focuses on Dyesebel's most beloved male human, Edward (Richard Gomez). Dyesebel is played by Alice Dixson, and the young Dyesebel by actress Carmina Villarroel. Philippines Tagalog movie.
Dyesebel1996 · film · 113 min · dir. Emmanuel H. Borlaza · IMDb ↗IMDb5.8After years of hiding from a cruel, suspicious society on the land, mermaid Dyesebel returns and falls in love with a man named Fredo--and becomes the target of Fredo's jealous ex-girlfriend.
