Straight to the Heart (2016 film)

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Straight to the Heart is a 2016 Filipino independent LGBT-themed drama-comedy film starring Carl Guevara and Gwen Zamora. [1] [2] The film is written and directed by Dave Fabros. It is presented by Cignal, Mediaquest, PLDT Smart, in association with Unitel, a production by Visioncapture Media, in partnership with Creative Minds Strategic Marketing and Events, and Creative Saints, sponsored by David's Salon and Watsons. [3]

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The film was an official entry to the 2nd CineFilipino Film Festival. [4] [5]

In the film, Carl plays the role of a gay hairdresser who falls into a coma and when he wakes up is being attracted to women. [6]

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