New Year's Eve is a heartwarming and humorous movie that weaves together the stories of different characters as they navigate love, relationships, and new beginnings on the eve of the new year. From the romantic entanglements of a caterer and an illustrator to the comedic mishaps of an electrician stuck in an elevator, the film explores the highs and lows of life, culminating in a joyous celebration at midnight. With its star-studded cast and feel-good storyline, New Year's Eve is the perfect movie to watch during the holiday season.
Love, Weddings & Other Disasters is a romantic comedy that follows the lives of various characters as they experience a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected events surrounding love and weddings. Set in Boston, the film explores the chaotic and hilarious situations that arise as couples prepare for their big day, and the interwoven storylines of wedding planners, a blind date, a mayoral candidate, a TV show competition, and more unfold. With themes of love, friendship, and the unpredictable nature of life, Love, Weddings & Other Disasters is a heartwarming and entertaining tale of the ups and downs of relationships.
Syrup is a satirical comedy that follows the rise and fall of Scat, a talented marketing executive. Scat comes up with a groundbreaking idea for a new soda brand, but soon finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and manipulation as he tries to bring his idea to fruition. With satire and humor, Syrup explores the cutthroat world of advertising and the quest for success.
Cyclo is a gripping crime drama set in Saigon. It explores the gritty underbelly of the city, as a young man becomes involved in the criminal underworld after his bicycle is stolen. The film delves into themes of poverty, violence, and existential loneliness, painting a vivid picture of life in the streets of Saigon.
Macao is a thrilling adventure crime drama set in the Portuguese colony. The story revolves around a case of mistaken identity, a theft of valuable gems, and the involvement of international police. The plot takes twists and turns as the characters navigate through the corrupt police officers, romantic rivalries, and dangerous situations. The climax of the movie involves an exciting showdown and ends with a passionate kiss.
After his entire department is outsourced, Todd Anderson travels to India to train his replacement and experiences culture shock and unexpected love along the way.
To Write Love on Her Arms tells the true story of a girl named Renee who struggles with addiction and depression. After hitting rock bottom, she begins to find hope and healing through the support of her friends and the online community she creates.
A chorus girl from Missouri is determined to marry a rich man, but her plans are complicated when she falls in love with a news photographer.
Pedicab Driver follows the life of a skilled pedicab driver who becomes entangled in a thrilling story of martial arts, romance, and comedy. As he navigates the chaotic streets of the city, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous world that tests his skills and challenges his resolve. With passion and determination, he must face the unexpected obstacles that come his way, all while trying to find love and laughter amidst the chaos.
A woman's life falls to pieces when she's caught cheating on her husband.
Adela, a former radio personality, celebrates her 80th birthday. Alone, and without support, she longs for the family and stability of years gone by. Mundane events take on heightened meaning as Adela gauges her life against those of the sea of humanity. Adela is about the quiet moments in life that can fill us with either joy or sorrow.
Peter Kasimsiman was once a submissive son to his parents. But losing his mother at a tender age, left him with an abusive father who only knew of tending to his carriage horse, Brown Beauty. Peter is eager to win the love and attention of his indifferent Tatay. But an unfortunate incident forces him to run away from home. His horrible life starts to change its course when he meets the nurturing haciendera Helena who provides him shelter and unconditional affection he knew his father would never be able to give. Helena teaches Peter love and kindness, grooming him as the sole heir to the hacienda in the event of her death. Albeit fueled with the guidance of the good-natured foster mother, who's known for her passionate concern for her employees, Peter has an intolerable bad temper especially towards her mother's loyal servant, Maita and the latter's beautiful and gifted daughter, Samantha.
A British officer falls in love with his Japanese instructor at a military language school. They start a romance, but she is regarded as the enemy and is not accepted by his countrymen.
A woman falls in love with two different girls, both singers - one in Shanghai during the late 1940s, the other in Taiwan during the late 1950s.
Vhagetz is about pre-teens coping with being gay, a story of friendship that blossomed in a squatters' area. Jessie is a diligent student who enjoys his father's acceptance. He has sworn to his father not to do anything that will disgrace himself and his family. We bet when you leave the theater, you would have memorized by heart the often repeated dialogue of Quan. We even advise you to follow it. Sam prefers dancing to studies, thus alienating himself more from his already uncaring mother. Paquito is being maltreated by his father for his being gay and for a deeper reason the son will soon discover. Then there's a lola-lolahan a fag hag, a real late bloomer. Something unexpected happens to Lola Jak and there's the twist in the story. When there are gays, there must be someone they can fantasize about. Enter Jordan Herrera as their friendly neighbor named Efren.
Forced to find a job as his family's breadwinner Noy (Coco Martin) poses as a journalist commissioned to come up with a documentary following the campaign trail of his namesake and top presidentiable bet Sen. "Noynoy" Aquino for the 2010 Philippine National Elections.
Pastry chef Macky has struggled with his weight for most of his life. It's not easy being fat, especially when you're secretly admiring a young socialite columnist named Ninia who gets the shock of her life when she sees Macky in his 300-pound glory. Macky hires Aira as personal trailer and in the process of losing weight, the two gained love and affection for each other. But soon after Aira agrees to accept an offer to work abroad, being the breadwinner of the family. Two years pass and the Macky who was once laughed at is now one of the most sought-after bachelors in town. Macky now has to choose who really is his big love: the woman he dreamed of all his life or the woman who loved him unconditionally?
On his dad's behalf, an adult son tries to find his long-lost twin when he meets someone willing to help him — a man on the run from debt collectors.
"SEB" is the story of four couples who met through the internet. Funny, sad, bitter sweet and poignant are the four situations that reflect how the Filipino romantic has adapted to the world wide web.
The first half of this Traveltalk entry is spent in the town of Bath, where we learn about the long history and architecture of the area. We then go to the coastal resort towns of Teignmouth and Torquay.