Forever (1994 film)

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Forever
Directed byRowell Santiago
Written by
Produced byWilliam C. Leary, Jimmy Duavit
Starring
CinematographyMarissa Floirendo
Edited by
  • Ike Jarlego Jr.
  • Marya Ignacio
Music by Louie J. Ocampo
Production
companies
Distributed byViva Films, Cinemax Studios
Release date
  • September 28, 1994 (1994-09-28)
Running time
112 minutes
Country Philippines
Language Filipino

Forever is a 1994 Philippine romantic drama film directed by Rowell Santiago. The film stars Aga Muhlach and Mikee Cojuangco, the latter on her theatrical debut. The film is co-produced by GMA Pictures and Viva Films. [1] [2] [3] [4]

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Plot

Isabel (Mikee) runs away from her family upon knowing she will be forced to marry Albert (Tonton), the family's business associate whom she does not love. She moves to Manila and works as a waitress under her new identity. There, she meets and falls in love with Chito (Aga), a happy-go-lucky person. [5]

Cast

Original soundtrack

The film's official soundtrack "Forever", was originally sung by the Filipino band, Passage. It was also covered by Martin Nievera and Regine Velasquez but their version is not included in the official soundtrack.

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