In the Name of Love (2011 film)
In the Name of Love is a 2011 Filipino romantic drama film directed by Olivia Lamasan and starring Aga Muhlach, Angel Locsin, and Jake Cuenca. The film is a part of the special presentation for Star Cinema's 18th anniversary. The film premiered on May 11, 2011.[2] It is produced and released by Star Cinema.
| In the Name of Love | |
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| Directed by | Olivia Lamasan |
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| Story by | Enrico C. Santos |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Hermann Claravall |
| Edited by | Marya Ignacio |
| Music by | Von De Guzman |
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| Distributed by | Star Cinema |
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Running time | 122 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
| Box office | ₱117 million[1] |
Plot
With barely anything to live for, Emman Toledo, a former dancer, is just about to start his life all over again. He holds the good memories of his past dearly, knowing he will never be able to bring back his better days. An unlikely opportunity comes up when he is assigned to be the dance instructor for the upcoming Governor's Ball of the powerful political family of the Evelinos, a chance for him to rekindle his lost passion.
It will be at this ball where the engagement of the governor's son, Dylan Evelino, and Cedes Fernandez will be announced. Despite her hatred for the dirty politics, Cedes has no choice but to succumb to the decision of Dylan out of her indebtedness towards the family.
Emman is drawn towards Cedes from the first time she catches his eye. As their lives intertwine through dance, Emman and Cedes find themselves resisting an affair: one that holds the truths to their painful pasts, and the memories of a boundless love. Pursuing their feelings for each other will only set fire to the dangers and trappings of their love, so much so that their love could cost them their lives. Can the strength of their love overcome the powers of the dangers surrounding them?
Cast
Main cast
- Aga Muhlach as Emman Toledo/Garry Fernandez
- Angel Locsin as Mercedes "Cedes" Fernandez
- Jake Cuenca as Dylan Evelino
Supporting cast
- Carmi Martin as Chloe Evelino
- Ryan Eigenmann as Homer Evelino
- Smokey Manoloto as Patrick
- Leo Rialp as Gov. Tony Evelino
- Kat Alano as Rita Evelino
- Emilio Garcia as Dan
- Bobby Andrews as Neil
- Dimples Romana as Emily
- Michael Flores as Toby
- Joshua Zamora as Jojo
- Nanding Josef as Mayor Boborol
- Maliksi Morales as Otap
- Paul Salas as Migo
- Dante Rivero as Roger
Reception
Launch
The film's trailer was released on April 20, 2011, on the film's official website.[3] The trailer included scenes that were shot in Tokyo, Japan and the theme song of the film is "(Where Do I Begin?) Love Story", which was sung by Gary Valenciano.
Box office
The film placed at the 15th spot in a Top 20 list of movies worldwide with the highest gross on the week of May 11, 2011, to May 18, 2011. It grossed $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) in the box office, as reported by the Associated Press on May 19.[4][5]
International screenings
The film had international premieres in two cities in the United States, both in the state of California. One on May 28, 2011, in Los Angeles and on May 29, 2011, in San Francisco.
Accolades
| Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Recipient | Result |
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| 2012 | 28th PMPC Star Awards for Movies[6][7] | Movie of the Year | Nominated | |
| Movie Director of the Year | Olivia M. Lamasan | Nominated | ||
| Movie Actress of the Year | Angel Locsin | Won | ||
| Movie Actor of the Year | Aga Muhlach | Won | ||
| Movie Supporting Actor of the Year | Jake Cuenca | Won | ||
| Movie Original Screenplay of the Year | Olivia Lamasan & Enrico Santos | Won | ||
| Movie Cinematographer of the Year | Hermann Claravall | Nominated | ||
| Movie Editor of the Year | Marya Ignacio | Nominated | ||
| Movie Production Designer of the Year | Leo Abaya | Nominated | ||
| Movie Musical Scorer of the Year | Von de Guzman | Nominated | ||
| Movie Sound Engineer of the Year | Albert Michael Idioma | Won | ||
| 14th Gawad Pasado 2011[8] | Pinakapasadong Pelikula | Won | ||
| Pinakapasadong Direktor | Olivia M. Lamasan | Won | ||
| Pinakapasadong Aktor | Aga Muhlach | Won | ||
| PINAKAPASADONG Aktres | Angel Locsin | Won | ||
| Pinakapasadong Istorya | Enrico Santos & Olivia M. Lamasan | Won | ||
| Pinakapasadong Editing | Marya Ignacio | Won | ||
| 43rd Box Office Entertainment Awards[9] | Film Actor of the Year | Aga Muhlach | Won | |
| Film Actress of the Year | Angel Locsin | Won | ||
| ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards 2012 | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama) | Aga Muhlach | Won | |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role (Drama) | Angel Locsin | Nominated | ||
| Gawad Urian Awards | Best Supporting Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangalawang Aktor) | Jake Cuenca | Nominated | |
| 60th FAMAS Awards | Best Picture | Nominated | ||
| Best Director | Olivia M. Lamasan | Nominated | ||
| Best Actress | Angel Locsin | Nominated | ||
| Best Actor | Aga Muhlach | Nominated | ||
| Best Supporting Actor | Jake Cuenca | Nominated | ||
| Best Supporting Actress | Carmi Martin | Nominated | ||
| Best Story | Enrico Santos | Nominated | ||
| Best Screenplay | Olivia Lamasan & Enrico Santos | Nominated | ||
| Best Cinematography | Hermann Claravall | Nominated | ||
| Best Editing | Marya Ignacio | Nominated | ||
| Best Sound | Aurel Claro Bilbao | Nominated | ||
| Best Musical Score | Von De Guzman | Nominated | ||
| Best Theme Song | Jericho Rosales for the song "Naaalala Ka" | Nominated | ||
| Best Production Design | Shari Marie Montiague | Nominated | ||
| Best Special Effects | Erick Torrente | Nominated | ||
| Best Visual Effects | Fiona Marie Borres | Nominated |
References
- The Name of Love' Week 5
- "Aga and Angel film this May of 2011". ABS-CBN News. January 21, 2011. Retrieved March 11, 2011.
- "Film's Official Site". Archived from the original on April 24, 2011. Retrieved April 21, 2011.
- In the Name of Love Lands in Top 20 highest grossing movies worldwide
- 'In The Name of Love' Week 1
- "28th Star Awards for Movies nominees revealed". Pep. Retrieved February 27, 2012.
- "Asiong Salonga and In The Name of Love dominate 28th Star Awards for Movies; ER Ejercito, Aga Muhlach, and Angel Locsin win top acting honors". Archived from the original on October 23, 2013. Retrieved March 14, 2012.
- "In the Name of Love and Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa lead winners of PASADO Awards". pep.ph.
- "Vice Ganda named Phenomenal Box-Office Star; Derek Ramsay is Box-Office King while Anne Curtis and Cristine Reyes share Box-Office Queen title" Archived July 1, 2015, at the Wayback Machine. Pep.ph. Retrieved May 20, 2014.