The 10 films with the most empowered female roles in PHL cinema

Filipina women are always being touted as beautiful and while that's true in many ways, Pinays have plenty of other great qualities that many great artists have immortalized in film. 

During one of the nation's darkest hours, "Sister Stella L" was a beacon of strength. Since then, we've seen a diverse representation of women on the big screen and a handful of characters have become just as iconic as the nun turned activist. 

Meet them with the help of "Ang Pinaka", which has listed some of the most empowered female roles in Philippine cinema. 

— Aya Tantiangco, GMA News