In My Life (2009 film)

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In My Life
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Theatrical movie poster
Directed by Olivia Lamasan
Screenplay by
  • Senedy Que
  • Raymond Lee
  • Olivia Lamasan
Story by
  • Raymond Lee
  • Olivia Lamasan
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyCharlie Peralta
Edited byMarya Ignacio
Music byNonong Buencamino
Production
company
Distributed by Star Cinema
Release date
  • September 16, 2009 (2009-09-16)
Running time
120 minutes
CountryPhilippines
LanguageFilipino
Box office₱140.5 million

In My Life is a 2009 Philippine drama film released by Star Cinema, starring Vilma Santos-Recto, Luis Manzano and John Lloyd Cruz. The film was directed by Olivia Lamasan, and filmed mainly in New York City.

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Plot

Shirley Templo is a ruthless woman. Many people deal with her strong attitude only for fear of her cold stare, or her outlash. She works as a librarian in a school, and lives in a compound owned by her ex-husband, Benito Salvacion. Many of the Salvacion family members that live near the compound, even including her eldest daughter, Dang, plead with her to sell it to make a profit and move to a more suitable living area. Hard-headed as she is, Shirley refuses and feels betrayed by her two daughters, Dang and Cherry, for even siding with their father who left them nearly fifteen years ago. Even more upset, she finds out that Dang plans to emigrate to Australia. Alone in the Philippines, Shirley decides to move to New York City with her youngest and only son, Mark. Mark is unaware, however, that this supposed vacation of his mother is actually a permanent visit.

Upon her arrival to the States, Shirley is picked up at the airport by Noel Villanueva. Thinking he was only hired help, she rudely offers him payment for his services, but he declines. As she walks around the apartment, she notices pictures of Mark and Noel being affectionate toward each other. She then realizes that Noel is actually Mark's new boyfriend. Although she is aware of Mark's homosexuality since his high school years, she gives Noel plenty of trouble and hard times. The story reflects how Shirley changes her attitudes and views from two men that become a big part of her life, and how she accepts the reality that has been presented to her. Unfortunately, unforeseen tragedies occur, and a rift between Shirley and Noel arises. But as she understands Mark's reasons for having her be around Noel all this time, she resolves her issues with him and soon embraces him as a member of her family.

Cast

Main cast

Supporting cast

Production

Initially, Manzano turned down the role of Mark Salvacion, and admitted he was uncomfortable with the intimate scenes between the two male characters. He accepted the role after reading the script and understanding the character. His mother and co-star Vilma Santos meanwhile made it clear that she did not influence Manzano's decision. [1]

John Lloyd Cruz stated that he had no problem with the gay scenes, saying that he would do it as an actor.

Reception

In My Life was generally well received by critics and at the box office. Many people praised the storyline, meaning, and acting of Vilma Santos, John Lloyd Cruz, and Luis Manzano.

The film garnered an unexpected ₱20,000,000 on its first day of release, and nearly ₱80,000,000 on its opening weekend. [2]

By the end of 2009, In My Life placed second on the Top 13 local 2009 Philippine movies list just behind You Changed My Life , which also starred Cruz. In My Life would have broken Philippine movie records if not for Typhoon Ondoy.

The film had its television premiere on ABS-CBN on Christmas Day 2010.

Awards

  • Best Film
  • Best Actor - John Lloyd Cruz
  • Best Supporting Actor - Luis Manzano
  • Best Director - Olivia Lamasan
  • Best Film
  • Best Director - Olivia Lamasan
  • Best Actress - Vilma Santos
  • Best Actor - John Lloyd Cruz
  • Best Supporting Actor - Luis Manzano
  • Best Picture
  • Best Director - Olivia Lamasan
  • Best Actress - Vilma Santos
  • Best Actor - John Lloyd Cruz
  • Best Supporting Actor - Luis Manzano
  • Best Screenplay
  • Best Cinematography
  • Best Actress - Vilma Santos
  • Best Actors - John Lloyd Cruz and Luis Manzano
  • Best Screenplay - Raymond Lee, Senedy Que, and Olivia Lamasan
  • Best Actress -Vilma Santos
  • Best supporting actor - John Lloyd Cruz
  • Best Actress - Vilma Santos
  • Best Actor - John Lloyd Cruz
  • Best Supporting Actor - Luis Manzano
  • Best Screenplay

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References

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  2. ↑ Sirkulo.com Retrieved-2010-1-15. Archived October 6, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
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