-Miggy Montenegro, It Takes a Man and a Woman-

In case I tend to forget, but these lines struck a chord.

Enough said.

After what has been a long wait, I finally got to watch It Takes A Man and a Woman. At first I was just only after the "feel good" element of the film only to find that there was actually more to the "kilig" factor" of the said flick.

In this third installment of the Miggy Montenegro-Laida Magtalas tandem, they try to coexist as individuals while working together; back in the same company but facing different circumstances-- Laida is now a fiercer, much improved version of herself while Miggy is the  same guy who tries to save the family's business and is now in a relationship with Belle Laurel (played by Isabelle Daza). The movie tackles a more mature perspective of romance (as compared to their two previous movies). When I first saw the trailer, I was already curious especially when the teaser said "a love story we thought would have a happy ending ....ended", my first question was why was that and what is Isabelle Daza's role in the movie. I just knew I had to squeeze it in my schedule to see that film by hook or by crook.

Watching the film, it can't be denied that despite that this the third installment of their love team, John Lloyd and Sarah never fails to elicit giddy (READ: KILIG) reactions from the audience (I swear those are evident as it's audible for you to hear). I'd agree with another blogger when he said wala kang itatapong eksena. The writers of the film are that creative to have injected some scenes reminiscent of the first two movies. 

Isabelle Daza's character is not as strong (or should I say daring) as what I first thought it would. But the way she portrayed her role was just right (making me realize model-type girlfriends in movies need not be given harsh notions). What I also loved about this film are the punchlines of "Zoila and friends" (Matet de Leon, Gio Alvarez and Joross Gamboa). The way the lines were delivered were indeed one for the books. I watched the film twice and it never failed to give me tummy-aching laughter. For sure, you'd love to have office mates like them :-D

And if you think the movie is just about the usual kilig-filled genre, it's nice to note that aside from a mature perspective of love and romance (reality ever after is often better than just happily ever after), it also emphasized on other traits including forgiveness and kindness. I loved how Irma Adlawan reiterated that to forgive someone is a decision. And if you can choose to love, you also have the capability to choose to forgive. Yet, it was Dante Rivero's speech of the latter part of the movie that won me. At one point, I thought of politics because of what he said:

Being the best means being the least. To be good is being able to say sorry and to forgive those who hurt you. To always believe in goodness, dahil sa kagustuhan natin maging pinakamagaling, nakakalimutan natin maging mabuti.

I did not mind watching the movie twice and I even plan to get a copy when this one is released on DVD. They say save the best for last and Star Cinema really proved it to the audience as this one is the best among the three movies. Of course, I will not tell you how the movie ended, but if you haven't seen the movie, do so and don't miss it for the world. It's worth watching and paying for.

Just when I thought Valentine's day syndrome had gone past, to me, it just didn't end yet. A week after watching The Vow, my feet brought me again to the cinema this me to watch Unofficially Yours.

What happens when two people with different perspectives about love and relationships meet unexpectedly? The story revolves around Macky (John Lloyd Cruz), a depressed young man who's been contemplating on why he had several failed relationships and Ces (Angel Locsin), a modern-day belle who is afraid of commitments. it starts with their one-night encounter with each other; which would soon be followed by another opportunity. This time as work buddies when Macky, who was a dentist by profession, decides to venture in the world of journalism by becoming a writer for one of the country's famous broadsheets. And as luck would have it, he gets to be trained by the same girl he once met and had a steamy encounter with. Their sexy adventures continue but the time they spend together also paved way for them to know each other; with him taking time to court Ces with the hope that the one night stand would  eventually lead to a serious relationship and with her confessing a painful past with her ex-boyfriend. The main reason why she eluded love all along.

I loved the plot though I got kinda shocked on the beginning. I loved the part when the two of them were singing VST& Company's Ikaw ang Aking Mahal (John Lloyd can have such a great voice if he wants to!) I enjoyed the whole movie and their chemistry though I'll have to warn those who would like to watch the film to not bring kids with them as much as possible because there are some scenes that might shock their minds. But if you'd like a feel good movie, I can suggest that you watch Unofficially Yours as part of your must-see.