1990's
The 1990s saw Nora Aunor’s career take a more selective and deliberate turn. While she made only ten films during the decade—a stark contrast to the prolific output of the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, when she averaged five films a year—her focus on quality over quantity proved to be the key. Eight of those ten films earned critical acclaim, with Aunor receiving numerous Best Actress nominations and awards, underscoring her enduring talent.
Aunor’s international recognition flourished during this period. In 1995, she won her first International Best Actress Award for her poignant portrayal in The Flor Contemplacion Story at the 19th Cairo International Film Festival. The film also garnered the prestigious Golden Pyramid Award for Best Picture. Just two years later, in 1997, she claimed her second International Best Actress Award for Bakit May Kahapon Pa? at the 1st East Asian Film and TV Festival in Malaysia.
In 1991, Aunor swept all of the best actress honors for her role in Andrea, Paano Ba Ang Maging Isang Ina?, cementing her place as one of the most revered actresses in Philippine cinema. Five years later, The Flor Contemplacion Story again showcased her unmatched ability to embody complex, real-life figures.
In 1999, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) conferred upon her the Centennial Honor for the Arts, a tribute to her immense contributions to Filipino culture. As part of the centennial celebration, Aunor was awarded the title of "Actress of the Century," a rare and well-deserved acknowledgment of her extraordinary impact on Philippine cinema.
Direction: Gil M. Portes Production: MRN Screenplay: Ricky Lee Story: Ricky Lee and Gil M. Portes Music: Mon Faustino Original Theme Song: Mon Faustino (“Andrea”) Cast: Nora Aunor, Gina Alajar, Juan Rodrigo, Lloyd Samartino, RR Herrera Premiere Night: New Frontier Theater, June 6, 1990 Opening Date: December 25, 1990
Direction: Elwood Perez Production: MRN Screenplay/Story: Ricky Lee Music: Danny Tan Cast: Nora Aunor, Lotlot De Leon, Armida Siguion Reyna, Juan Rodrigo Opening Date: December 25, 1991
Direction: Danny Zialcita Compiled by: Joey Gosiengfiao Cast: (Third Episode) Nora Aunor, Jay Ilagan, Hilda Koronel Opening Date: March 14, 1993
Direction: Artemio Marquez Production: Omni Films International Story/Screenplay: Ricky Lee Cinematography: Jun Rasca Music: Ringgo Marquez Original Theme Song: Ringgo Marquez Cast: Nora Aunor, Tirso Cruz III, Chanda Romero, Tommy Abuel, Tita Muñoz, Orestes Ojeda, Caridad Sanchez, Jaclyn Jose, Melanie Marquez, Louella de Cordova, Carol Dauden, Derek Dee, Maridin, Nanding Fernandez, Tom Lupton Opening Date: December 25, 1993
Direction: Joel Lamangan Production: Viva Films Screenplay: Ricardo Lee and Bonifacio Ilagan Story: Efren Contemplacion Cinematography: Romeo Vitug Music: Vehnee Saturno Sound: Ramon Reyes Cast: Nora Aunor (Flor Contemplacion), Amy Austria (Delia Maga), Rita Avila, Anthony Cortes, Julio Diaz, Kristine Garcia, Jaclyn Jose, Ian de Leon, Tony Mabesa, Vina Morales, Opening Date: June 6, 1995
Direction: Joel Lamangan Production: Viva Films Producer: William C. Leary Story/Screenplay: Ricky Lee Cinematography: Caloy Jacinto Music: Vehnee Saturno Cast: Nora Aunor (Loida Verano), Donna Cruz (Noemi), Ian de Leon (Vincent), Ricky Davao (Congressman Tony Gallardo), Opening Date; December 25, 1995
Direction: Joel Lamangan Production: Viva Films and IAM Productions Cinematography: Romeo V. Vitug Music: Jessie Lasaten Producer: Willian C. Leary Cast: Nora Aunor (Karina Salvacion), Eddie Garcia (Gen. Valderma), Dawn Zulueta (Leah Valderama), Mellisse Santiago (Mumay), Opening Date: September 18, 1996
Direction: Lupita Concio Kashiwahara Production: Gem Communication Screenplay/Story: Senedy H. Que Cinematography: Marissa Floreindo Editing: Eduardo Jarlego Music: Jesse Lucas Cast: Nora Aunor, Nida Blanca, Luis Gonzales, Judy Ann Santos, Mark Gil, Jao Mapa, Caloy Pimentel, Cris Michelena, Tess Dumpit, Joanne Salazar Opening Date: December 25, 1997
Direction: Joel Lamangan Production: Crown Seven Screenplay: Ricky Lee Story: Rolando Tinio Cast: Nora Aunor, Albert Martinez, Glydel Mercado, Caridad Sanchez, Ray Ventura, Gracia Opening Date: February 24, 1999