Bad Example: I Have Seven Wives Ending Explained: A 1974 film from Ishmael Bernal about a man with seven wives. Directed by Ishmael Bernal, this 1974 comedy film stars Vic Vargas (Douglas), alongside Gloria Romero as Amparo, Gina Pareño, Liza Lorena. With a 8/10 audience rating, the ending has been widely praised.

What Happens at the End of Bad Example: I Have Seven Wives?

A 1974 film from Ishmael Bernal about a man with seven wives.

How Does Vic Vargas (Douglas)'s Story End?

  • Vic Vargas: Vic Vargas's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Ishmael Bernal delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 2h 4m runtime.
  • Gloria Romero (Amparo): Gloria Romero's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Gina Pareño: Gina Pareño's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Bad Example: I Have Seven Wives Mean?

Bad Example: I Have Seven Wives concludes with Ishmael Bernal reinforcing the comedy themes established throughout the film. The final moments with Vic Vargas leave a lasting impression — the ending is both a resolution and a statement about the story's central questions.