My Future You
| My Future You | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Crisanto B. Aquino |
| Written by | Crisanto B. Aquino |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Jan Oliver Evangelista |
| Edited by | Vanessa U. De Leon |
| Music by | Decky Jazer Margaja |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Regal Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 109 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
My Future You is a 2024 Philippine romantic comedy film written and directed by Crisanto B. Aquino. Starring Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin, it revolves around two strangers from different timelines meeting each other in a dating app. It co-stars Almira Muhlach, Christian Vasquez, Peewee O'Hara, Bodjie Pascua, Mosang, and Izzy Canillo.
Produced and distributed by Regal Entertainment, the film was released on December 25, 2024, as one of the official entries for the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival.
Premise
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Karen (Francine Diaz) and Lex (Seth Fedelin) meet each other on an online dating app. They live in two different timelines, set fifteen years apart, whose connection was made possible through a comet. After learning their strange situation, they work on changing the past to alter their fate.[1][2]
Cast
[edit]- Francine Diaz as Karenina "Karen" Lopez
- Ryrie Sophia Turingan as young Karen
- Seth Fedelin as Alexander "Lex" Ramos
- Luis Mikael Capiral as young Lex
- Christian Vazquez as Miguel, Karen and Troy's stepfather
- Almira Muhlach as Pamela, Karen's mother
- Izzy Canillo as Troy, Karen's younger brother
- Peewee O’Hara as Rica Ramos, Lex's adoptive mother
- Bodjie Pascua as Erwin Ramos, Lex's adoptive father
- Mosang as Berns, the Ramos family maid
- Marcus Madrigal as Tony, Karen and Troy's father
- Vance Larena as Paco, Lex' biological brother
Production
[edit]My Future You is a Regal Films production directed by Crisanto Aquino. It is the film debut of Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin as a love team who are collectively known as FranSeth.[3][2] It was among the last three approved by production by Regal Films producer Lily Monteverde prior to her death in August 2024.[2]
The script for the film was made in 2020.[4] The concept of the film revolves around two strangers who met in two different timelines who works together to alter their fate.[2] Diaz hinted that the movie had a mature take in its story.[5]
Members of the cast reportedly had script reading session in April 2024.[3] Principal photography of My Future You was scheduled for April 23.[6]
Release
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My Future You's red carpet premiere was held at SM Megamall[7] and is set to premiere in cinemas in the Philippines on December 25, 2024, as one of the official entries of the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival. It was part of the second batch of film entries announced, or submissions that belonged to the finished films category.[8] The film also scheduled to premier at Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) in Los Angeles on January 30, 2025.[9]
My Future You is one of the last films greenlit by Lily Monteverde before her death in August 2024. Her daughter, co-producer Roselle Monteverde-Teo, announced that the film will honor her mother and father, Leonardo "Remy".[10]
Reception
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[edit]My Future You received positive reviews upon release. Mark Angelo Ching of Philippine Entertainment Portal described the film as "funny, sweet and heartwarming" with emphasis on Diaz's performance, stating that she "carries much of the film’s emotional weight."[11] Writing for Entertainment Inquirer, Hannah Malorca opined that the chemistry of the two leads is the highlight of the film, stating that their performances made up for the film's flaws.[12]
Accolades
[edit]| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival | December 27, 2024 | Best Picture | My Future You | 3rd | [13] |
| Best Director | Crisanto Aquino | Won | |||
| Best Actor | Seth Fedelin | Nominated | |||
| Best Actress | Francine Diaz | Nominated | |||
| Best Screenplay | Crisanto Aquino | Nominated | |||
| Best Editing | Vanessa Ubas De Leon | Won | |||
| Best Visual Effects | Santelmo Studio Inc. | Nominated | |||
| Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence | My Future You | Nominated | |||
| Best Float | Nominated | ||||
| Breakthrough Performance Award | Francine Diaz | Nominated | |||
| Seth Fedelin | Won | ||||
| 2025 Manila International Film Festival | March 7, 2025 | Best Director | Cristanto Aquino | Won | [14] |
| Best Actor | Seth Fedelin | Won |
References
[edit]- ^ Cruz, Marinel (May 5, 2024). "'FranSeth' on replacing 'KathNiel,' finding love via dating apps". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ a b c d Policarpio, Allan (September 27, 2024). "Regal unveils last 3 films greenlit by Mother Lily". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ a b Pasajol, Anne (April 19, 2024). "Francine Diaz, Seth Fedelin to headline new film 'My Future You'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ Mallorca, Hannah (September 23, 2024). "Why Francine Diaz, Seth Fedelin are adored by 'My Future You' director". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ "Francine Diaz, Seth Fedelin describe 'My Future You' as their most mature film to date". ABS-CBN News. September 22, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ "FranSeth perfect sa love story ng Regal" [FranSeth perfect love story of Regal]. Abante (in Filipino). April 15, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ Gabinete, Jojo (December 16, 2024). "My Future You, dark horse sa Metro Manila Film Festival 2024". pep.ph. Retrieved December 17, 2024.
- ^ Asis, Salve (October 23, 2024). "Vilma, Juday, Vice, Vic, Piolo, Arjo, Julia, at Regal, may rambulan sa takilya!; bagong trophy sobrang bigat, solid na metal!" [Vilma, Juday, Vice, Vic, Piolo, Arjo, Julia, and Regal, had a rumble in the box office!; new trophy so heavy, made from solid metal!]. Pilipino Star Ngayon (in Filipino). The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ Martinez, Gavin (December 31, 2024). "'Hello, Love, Again' returns to LA as part of MIFF 2025". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ Tomada (December 17, 2024). "Roselle Monteverde honors Mother Lily in 50th MMFF entry 'My Future You'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved December 17, 2024.
- ^ Ching, Mark Angelo (December 24, 2024). "REVIEW: My Future You, an emotional rollercoaster worth watching". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
- ^ Mallorca, Hannah (December 26, 2025). "MMFF Review: Francine Diaz, Seth Fedelin's growth is the highlight of 'My Future You'".
- ^ Reyes, Juno (December 28, 2024). "FULL LIST: Winners, 2024 MMFF Gabi ng Parangal". Rappler. Retrieved December 28, 2024.
- ^ Nepales, Janet Susan (March 10, 2025). "First responders honored at the star-studded 2nd Manila International Film Festival". GMA News Online. Archived from the original on March 11, 2025. Retrieved March 11, 2025.
External links
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Media related to My Future You at Wikimedia Commons- My Future You at IMDb
