by Nikki delos Santos, abs-cbnNEWS.comPosted at 12/01/2010
MANILA, Philippines- This is not the story you think it is.
Contrary to perceptions that the concept is based on the hit chick flick, “50 First Dates,” Star Cinema's latest offering, “My Amnesia Girl,” has its own story to unfold.
The first on-screen partnership of bankable stars John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga, directed by "comedy-romance genius" Cathy Garcia-Molina, has passed the test with flying colors.
Cruz and Gonzaga's humorous chemistry has drawn an overwhelming public support.
But aside from the experimental team-up, the hit cheesy lines, the simpleness of the script, the emotional meatiness of the story and the playful musical scoring perfectly fitted the scenes.
Tricky. Catchy. Developing. Though some twists seem to put off the excitement, the soul of story was flawlessly executed.
Indeed, “My Amnesia Girl' gives justice to its genre as it makes the moviegoers laugh, feel thekilig moments and cry.
True love
The story is about finding true love that knows no time, challenges even memories.
Apollo (Cruz) is a sales-advertising junkie who wants to settle with true love.
As he reminisces his love affairs with former partners (cameo roles played by Kaye Abad, Jodi Sta. Maria and Angel Locsin), Apollo is reminded of Irene (Gonzaga), a photographer who he loved dearly.
They have the almost perfect love story, not until a confused Apollo left his bride-to-be at the altar.
Years after, the ex-lovers meet by chance but Irene cannot remember him anymore. To make up for his mistakes, Apollo endures all the challenges just to make her remember.
How can Apollo rekindle their botched romance? That's the heartbreaking part.
Highlights
Aside from the overwhelming efforts that Apollo did for Irene, “My Amnesia Girl” speaks about learning the truth, bearing the pains, forgiving and asking for forgiveness and second chances.
Who would ever forget Cruz’s “Pwede?” The flick showcased pick-up lines - though frequently heard in some popular FM radio stations - that captured the interest of the viewers, like:
"Kung ikakasal ka saan mo gusto? Ako kasi sa tabi mo."
"Alam mo, para kang tae... Hindi kasi kita kayang paglaruan."
"Ihi ka ba? ...Hindi kasi kita matiis eh."
Apollo: Lumiliit ka ba?
Irene: Hindi, bakit?
Apollo: Kahapon kasi nasa isip lang kita, ngayon nasa puso na kita.
“My Amnesia Girl” is now on its 2nd week. It is still showing in over 100 theatres nationwide.
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