Both of the lead actors, Go and Amaba, have Down syndrome and are playing characters with Down syndrome.[1][3]
Mendoza, who also has Down syndrome, was originally cast in the lead role, as Jessica, in the 2017 trailer. After the unforeseen death of the original lead actor playing Jiro, Mendoza was recast under a different role in the movie.[4]
Production
I'mPerfect was directed by Sigrid Bernardo under Nathan Studios.[5] The story which features romance between two people with Down Syndrome has been pitched to producers since 2010.[6][7]
A teaser video for an earlier version for I'mPerfect released in 2017 under VYAC Productions.[8][9] Andie Cruz as Jiro and Bea Angela Mendoza portrayed the roles of Jiro and Jessica in the trailer.[10]
The story for I'mPerfect was completed in 2018. Its production was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.[4]
Nathan Studios adopted the project in 2024.[7] Audition process for the film lasted from October to December 2024 with the selected actors undergoing a three-month workshop before principal photography began.[5][7] The production team coordinated with Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines, Best Buddies Philippines, and the Special Olympics Pilipinas in an effort to be able to depict people with Down syndrome accurately.[11]
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