In the Name of Love (film)
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In The Name of Love is a 2011 Filipino romantic
drama film
starring Aga Muhlach
, Angel Locsin
and Jake Cuenca
. The film is a special presentation for Star Cinema
's 18th anniversary. The film premiered nationwide on May 11, 2011. It is produced and released by Star Cinema
.
It will be at this ball where the engagement of the governor's son Dylan Evelino (Jake Cuenca), and Cedes Fernandez (Angel Locsin) will be announced. Despite her hatred for the dirty politics, Cedes has no choice but to succumb to the decision of Dylan out of her indebtedness towards the family.
Emman is drawn towards Cedes from the first time she catches his eye. As their lives intertwine through dance, Emman and Cedes find themselves resisting an affair: one that holds the truths to their painful pasts, and the memories of a boundless love. Pursuing their feelings for each other will only set fire to the dangers and trappings of their love, so much so that their love could cost them their lives. Can the strength of their love overcome the powers of the dangers surrounding them?
titled, Naaalala Ka (Remember You).
cities. One on May 28, 2011, in Los Angeles, CA and on May 29, 2011 in San Francisco, CA.
Romance (genre)
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drama film
Drama film
A drama film is a film genre that depends mostly on in-depth development of realistic characters dealing with emotional themes. Dramatic themes such as alcoholism, drug addiction, infidelity, moral dilemmas, racial prejudice, religious intolerance, poverty, class divisions, violence against women...
starring Aga Muhlach
Aga Muhlach
Ariel Aquino Muhlach , commonly known as Aga Muhlach, is a 2-time Gawad Urian and FAMAS award-winning Filipino actor and product endorser...
, Angel Locsin
Angel Locsin
Angel Locsin is a Filipina television and film actress and commercial model. Aside from this, she is also a film producer and fashion designer....
and Jake Cuenca
Jake Cuenca
Juan Carlos "Jake" Leveriza Cuenca is a Spanish-Filipino actor and model. He started as a GMA talent center artist, and later transferred to ABS-CBN's talent center, Star Magic.-Early life:...
. The film is a special presentation for Star Cinema
Star Cinema
ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:...
's 18th anniversary. The film premiered nationwide on May 11, 2011. It is produced and released by Star Cinema
Star Cinema
ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:...
.
Sypnosis
With barely anything to live for, Emman Toledo (Aga Muhlach), a former dancer, is just about to start his life all over again. He holds the good memories of his past dearly, knowing he will never be able to bring back his better days. An unlikely opportunity comes up when he is assigned to be the dance instructor for the upcoming Governor's Ball of the powerful political family of the Evelinos, a chance for him to rekindle his lost passion.It will be at this ball where the engagement of the governor's son Dylan Evelino (Jake Cuenca), and Cedes Fernandez (Angel Locsin) will be announced. Despite her hatred for the dirty politics, Cedes has no choice but to succumb to the decision of Dylan out of her indebtedness towards the family.
Emman is drawn towards Cedes from the first time she catches his eye. As their lives intertwine through dance, Emman and Cedes find themselves resisting an affair: one that holds the truths to their painful pasts, and the memories of a boundless love. Pursuing their feelings for each other will only set fire to the dangers and trappings of their love, so much so that their love could cost them their lives. Can the strength of their love overcome the powers of the dangers surrounding them?
Main Cast
- Aga MuhlachAga MuhlachAriel Aquino Muhlach , commonly known as Aga Muhlach, is a 2-time Gawad Urian and FAMAS award-winning Filipino actor and product endorser...
as Emman Toledo/Garry Fernandez - Angel LocsinAngel LocsinAngel Locsin is a Filipina television and film actress and commercial model. Aside from this, she is also a film producer and fashion designer....
as Mercedes "Cedes" Fernandez - Jake CuencaJake CuencaJuan Carlos "Jake" Leveriza Cuenca is a Spanish-Filipino actor and model. He started as a GMA talent center artist, and later transferred to ABS-CBN's talent center, Star Magic.-Early life:...
as Dylan Evelino
Supporting Cast
- Carmi Martin as Chloe Evelino
- Ryan EigenmannRyan EigenmannRyan Jonathan Villa Eigenmann is a Filipino actor known for his villain roles. He often plays as a bad guy in the shows.-Early life:Ryan Eigenmann was born on October 3, 1978. He is one of the third generation of the Mesa-Gil clan of actors. His grandparents are musician Eddie Mesa and actress...
as Homer Evelino - Smokey Manoloto as Patrick
- Leo Rialp as Gov. Tony Evelino
- Kat AlanoKat AlanoKatherine Anne Brown Alano , called as Kat Alano, is an Anglo-Filipino model, actress and television presenter/VJ in the Philippines.-Early life:...
as Rita Evelino - Emilio Garcia as Dan
- Bobby AndrewsBobby AndrewsBobby Andrews is a Filipino American Actor and former matinee idol. Starting out as a commercial model, he rose to fame when he teamed-up with Angelu de Leon in the famous teen-oriented television show T.G.I.S. and its sequel Growing Up....
as Neil - Dimples RomanaDimples RomanaDimples Romana is a Filipina actress and commercial model.-Education:Romana finished an International Hospitality Management Major in Culinary Arts at Enderun College.-Career:...
as Emily - Michael Flores as Toby
- Joshua Zamora as Jojo
- Nanding Josef as Mayor Boborol
- Maliksi Morales as Otap
- Paul SalasPaul SalasPaul Andre Solinap Salas is a Filipino child actor. He is the son of Michelle Solinap and Jim Salas....
as Migo - Dante RiveroDante RiveroDante Rivero is a FAMAS award-winning and Gawad Urian Award-nominated Filipino film and television actor.-Television :-Movies:*2002 Bro.....
as Roger
Launch
The film's trailer was released on April 20, 2011 on the films official website. The trailer included scenes that were shot in Tokyo, Japan and theme song of the film which is sung by Jericho RosalesJericho Rosales
Jericho Vibar Rosales, is a Filipino cinema and television actor, singer, and songwriter....
titled, Naaalala Ka (Remember You).
Box office
The film placed at the 15th spot in a Top 20 list of movies worldwide with the highest gross on the week of May 11, 2011 to May 18, 2011. It grossed $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) in the box office, as reported by the Associated Press on May 19.International screenings
The film had international premieres in two United StatesUnited States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
cities. One on May 28, 2011, in Los Angeles, CA and on May 29, 2011 in San Francisco, CA.