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This movie is both a romantic comedy and coming-of-age film. Petersen Vargas and Dwein Baltazar team up to spark a rollercoaster of emotions. It picks up where the series left off, and the story unravels as the movie progresses.
If I'm being frank and nitpicky, the movie is not the most innovative in its plot, but it compensates in the way all the characters carry the storyline. There are lots of funny, lighthearted moments as well as scenes that will break your heart. Both Tony and JC convey love outside the heteronormative bubble with such reverence and authenticity (although I personally wish there was more fluff and less drama).
I highly recommend watching the series beforehand as it really helps establish the characters. Where it lacks in plot, it sure makes up in character development. Makakilig at magiiyak kayo for sure! Kaya panoorin niyo na!
If I'm being frank and nitpicky, the movie is not the most innovative in its plot, but it compensates in the way all the characters carry the storyline. There are lots of funny, lighthearted moments as well as scenes that will break your heart. Both Tony and JC convey love outside the heteronormative bubble with such reverence and authenticity (although I personally wish there was more fluff and less drama).
I highly recommend watching the series beforehand as it really helps establish the characters. Where it lacks in plot, it sure makes up in character development. Makakilig at magiiyak kayo for sure! Kaya panoorin niyo na!
- ephraim-74970
- 11 févr. 2021
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I think that the pandemic made "Hello, Stranger" series more appealing somehow. It's like half of the magic of this series. So when they made this series into a movie which didn't involve online meetings anymore, it kinda took away some of the special feeling about this story. That alone has already ruined the rating a little. And then they made an unpleasant plot twist at the beginning of the movie as the continuation from the series. That also dampened the rating even more. I guess that's what made me give this movie a lower rating than the series. But over all, the plot is still pretty good. So for those who loved the series, you have to watch this movie!
When I first watched the series, I wasn't expecting much and they gave me so much emotion. Then when I watched this movie, I had high expectations and boy did they deliver! I felt jealous of them and how they can be so brave and sensitive in such harsh reality. It made my heart melt with all the scenes and the score made it better. I hope you can watch it by buying the ticket on solo.to/hellostranger
- loyolamarkbryan
- 11 févr. 2021
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It picks up from Hello Stranger the series the light hearted BL series shot via zoom. The movie is the continuation of #XavMi story. The movie can stand alone but i would recommend you watch the series.. For Filipino audience they will still get the Literary vibes from the series as the movie pay tribute to great Authors from the Philippines, social awakening from literary works, POP culture and reference to alot of famous Filo movies. I think International audience will just get the Romance vibe of the story but let me warn you this is not your typical BL movies or series where in you expect them to flirt all day long so I'm just saying that you should not expect them to be lovey dovey like the usual Boys Love set up. The actors poured their hearts out to this craft that is why is emotionally captivating/draining but at the same there's a humor in every scene specially the wardrobes.. Soundtrack is good, the musical scoring is phenomenal.. The Director did a great job even though they changed the Director from the series to the movies.. I promise that the ending is perfect, you will be rewarded. Its worth your time.
- bronzydgarcia
- 12 févr. 2021
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This RomCom film was absolutely great. It had the perfect formula balanced well with all the laughs, the pain, the love and of course, the kilig moments! Everyone can find something to relate to in this movie.
The sheer honesty displayed in this movie was really nice to witness. It's one thing to produce a BL production, but it's another to execute a genuine job well done. Black Sheep did just that and as well as JC Alcantara & Tony Labrusca with the rest of the cast. The chemistry they share together is outstanding, especially coming from the web series that was mostly filmed remotely online.
I'm so glad that the Philippines welcomed the BL genre with open arms; to even have ABS-CBN premiere a BL movie as their Valentine's Day special release, is just amazing to finally see in this day of age.
I cannot wait to see what more can come from this production. There's so much to explore and develop, so many characters and their relationships to delve into like KaiSeph & JunTal! Salamat again to Black Sheep and the Hello Stranger cast for giving us this movie during this time of the pandemic. You've all brought joy, laughter and tears in our households. Takits!
The sheer honesty displayed in this movie was really nice to witness. It's one thing to produce a BL production, but it's another to execute a genuine job well done. Black Sheep did just that and as well as JC Alcantara & Tony Labrusca with the rest of the cast. The chemistry they share together is outstanding, especially coming from the web series that was mostly filmed remotely online.
I'm so glad that the Philippines welcomed the BL genre with open arms; to even have ABS-CBN premiere a BL movie as their Valentine's Day special release, is just amazing to finally see in this day of age.
I cannot wait to see what more can come from this production. There's so much to explore and develop, so many characters and their relationships to delve into like KaiSeph & JunTal! Salamat again to Black Sheep and the Hello Stranger cast for giving us this movie during this time of the pandemic. You've all brought joy, laughter and tears in our households. Takits!
- markjsantiago
- 28 févr. 2021
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No movie has ever made me cry so much!
A warning though, watch the web-series on YouTube first before you watch this movie.
The emotions in this movie are raw and genuine!
The chemistry between the two main characters is amazing and almost genuine!
If you want to feel good, happy, laugh, and cry, watch this movie.
A warning though, watch the web-series on YouTube first before you watch this movie.
The emotions in this movie are raw and genuine!
The chemistry between the two main characters is amazing and almost genuine!
If you want to feel good, happy, laugh, and cry, watch this movie.
- vyecheverria
- 25 févr. 2021
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The series came as a suggestion on my Youtube channel and I was like ok not my thing but let's give it a try. I was blown away by the sincerity and the chemistry between the actors. When I saw that the movie was released yesterday I couldn't believe it so I bought my ticket on KTX and watched it online.
This is the best money that I ever spent in a while, you go through such an emotional rollercoaster you are totally immersed in the story.
Such a moment of pure joy!!. Well done to all the actors ! Hopefully there will be a sequel to that movie. I keep my fingers crossed!
- mbelbachir-61315
- 12 févr. 2021
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From the comedy, drama, friendship and love, the movie was beautifully made and well delivered. Even the cringe-worthy scenes complemented the film! There's a feeling of genuineness on the approach and delivery of the whole movie such that no scene was made just to please what the people and the fans obviously wanted instead, was poignantly and genuinely given to the audience. Bravo to the director, actors and to the rest of the team! Hoping for a sequel to the film or a season 2 of the series. I'm sure it will also be worth every penny! xxx
- rrjp-66211
- 18 févr. 2021
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This movie really stayed with me even after almost two months since its release. It made me want to experience how to fall in love. Hoping for season 2.
It's great movie! Everyone did amazing & Stunning work! I even felt the awkward, anger, love, and ugh everything! This movie did amazing job in portraying their feelings instead of exposing another yknow!
- novian-69722
- 17 févr. 2021
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Movie is both light-hearted and serious in terms of falling in love and coming into terms with your true self.
it offers a refreshing break from most gay themed movies that are too depressing to watch but it's also not too cheesy that you still get out of it having learned something or has related to some of the struggles the two main characters faced.
It is a romcom movie for everyone not just for the LGBTQIA+.
- silayrussel
- 14 févr. 2021
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Honestly, the story of the film was too common, A guy is hiding then B guy is ready to love, then A guy realizes that he has to do his real thing but was not able to do so due to what's right and wrong in the society, then they fall in love for real at the end.
For me, what made me give this movie ten stars is because, the realization of the film that life has always taught us what to do when we get so confused with our identity and how we want to live. There are tons of men and women hiding their true selves, why? Because their belief, traditions, customs and parents told them so that it's wrong. However the film strongly pounded that no matter what you are, where you're from and whatever the origin you came from, LOVE will always remain LOVE and no one can break that. We make our own destiny, we love who we want to love, because at the end of the day, our choice and decisions in life will always win.
For me, what made me give this movie ten stars is because, the realization of the film that life has always taught us what to do when we get so confused with our identity and how we want to live. There are tons of men and women hiding their true selves, why? Because their belief, traditions, customs and parents told them so that it's wrong. However the film strongly pounded that no matter what you are, where you're from and whatever the origin you came from, LOVE will always remain LOVE and no one can break that. We make our own destiny, we love who we want to love, because at the end of the day, our choice and decisions in life will always win.
- teacherarjcett
- 14 avr. 2021
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I am still shocked on how amazing this movie is. The acting and cinematography were great. All of the supporting role had their fair share of on screen moment and their acting were superb. Looking forward for another sequel. Fingers-crossed. Fan from Sabah, Borneo Island.
This movie is a whole roller coaster ride. You will feel a lot of emotions. The actors who played Mico (JC Alcantara) and Xavier (Tony Labrusca), are remarkable, they have an amazing chemistry, plus the acting is great. The ending is so powerful and it gave fans the satisfaction.
- tapangmark
- 27 févr. 2021
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- erolcaballero
- 24 févr. 2021
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This movie deserves all the hype and praises it is getting. Props to everyone involved in the writing/ directing/ acting process for managing to keep the movie light-hearted and dramatic all at the same time. What I loved is how each scene builds up to the next (including those intelligently plotted flashbacks) so it is not hard to understand even for those who did not follow the series. Although, I do highly recommend that you watch the series first as the movie has a lot of references, easter eggs if you must, from the series.
JC Alcantara and Tony Labrusca. We knew they were great actors from the series but man, they took the movie to another level of brilliance. They bravely rose to the occasion and exceeded so much more of our expectations. At this point, I will not be surprised if both of them got acting awards for their portrayal of Mico and Xavier. From their awkward and comedic scenes to the big, dramatic speeches. Their lines were filled with so much poignancy, you can almost feel it yourself.
The Young Padawans will make you wish you had them in your life and the movie did not fail at stressing that. One of my favorite scenes is the one where they played Shageddy Shapopo near the end, it was such a strong symbolism of how tight their friendship was like.
I echo people's feedback, this movie will take you on such a roller coaster of emotions. Bought the ticket twice and on my 8th re-run. If that does not say anything I do not know what will.
JC Alcantara and Tony Labrusca. We knew they were great actors from the series but man, they took the movie to another level of brilliance. They bravely rose to the occasion and exceeded so much more of our expectations. At this point, I will not be surprised if both of them got acting awards for their portrayal of Mico and Xavier. From their awkward and comedic scenes to the big, dramatic speeches. Their lines were filled with so much poignancy, you can almost feel it yourself.
The Young Padawans will make you wish you had them in your life and the movie did not fail at stressing that. One of my favorite scenes is the one where they played Shageddy Shapopo near the end, it was such a strong symbolism of how tight their friendship was like.
I echo people's feedback, this movie will take you on such a roller coaster of emotions. Bought the ticket twice and on my 8th re-run. If that does not say anything I do not know what will.
- derrickluciano
- 9 mars 2021
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We all love to see a youthful take on same sex love and to give us a Happy Ending is such a treat.
- hellostrangerxavmi
- 3 avr. 2021
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- r-45403-47231
- 15 févr. 2021
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