Themes of love, hope, folly, and frustration are woven into Masarap, masakit ang magmahal (1998), a far-reaching tale about three women from diverse backgrounds who come together to try to discover happiness. Set at an exotic beachside resort, the film brings together many of the top names in Filipino cinema, including sultry beauties Aya Medel and Ynez Veneracion. Both women allow alluring peeks at their features during breathtakingly intimate moments.