Don’t look now, but these films, all 100% Pinoy creation, are the most successful blockbusters to hit town. Perhaps redefining a new era for Philippine cinema. Proving once again an increasingly apparent fact: Pinoys and movies are inseparable.
Yes, we may not have the same flourish and grandeur as our Hollywood counterparts – who flaunt the latest movie technology with ease like a baby playing with her toys. Or the command of a Steven Spielberg or the genius in a Peter Jackson saga. But pinkie swear, Pinoy films are riveting. Though a bit predictable. With its lean towards the hilarious and the affectionate.
Presenting then with pride, to you brave men and discerning women (above the age of consent and perhaps below the age of fidelity), the Top 10 countdown of Pinoy films to have gathered the most crowd, and gave the most bang out of the viewer’s buck.
10. This Guy’s in Love with U Mare!
First stop, a hilarious parody comedy of a love triangle. Well, if you haven’t come across the antics of Vice Ganda, this film is a good start. As you will be reading more of one of the most amazing mouths in showbiz today.
Studio: Star Cinema, Viva Films
Domestic Gross: Php 250,540,701
Year Released: 2012
Lead: Vice Ganda, Toni Gonzaga, Luis Manzano
Director: Wenn V. Deramas
9. The Mistress
Watch Bea Alonzo take on a man old enough to be her granny. And clinch it. The story’s well-paced and is a love triangle classic. Plus Bea-John tandem sizzles here. Yes, I mean in bed.
Studio: Star Cinema
Domestic Gross: Php 262,790,230
Year Released: 2012
Lead: Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz
Director: Olivia M. Lamasan
8. No Other Woman
Here’s another love triangle that’s bound to be a tear-jerker. With a powerful cast and an even more powerful performance, you won’t be disappointed to watch it over and over, again and again.
Studio: Star Cinema
Domestic Gross: Php 278,418,883
Year Released: 2011
Lead: Anne Curtis, Christine Reyes, Derek Ramsay
Director: Ruel S. Bayani
7. Bride for Rent
Kim Chiu attempts comedy and walks out with everybody laughing. Not bad for a rumored love team on and off-cam. In a conundrum of sorts, a rich bachelor attempts to “arrange” a marriage – with disastrous results.
Studio: Star Cinema
Domestic Gross: Php 326,958,423
Year Released: 2014
Lead: Kim Chiu, Xian Lim
Director: Mae Czarina Cruz
6. The Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin
Following a long-held family tradition, Benjamin Santos VIII goes to the military. Sounds everything’s set. Just one problem: Benjamin’s gay trying to fit in. Credit to the film as the first Pinoy film ever to hit the 300-M mark. Not bad.
Studio: Star Cinema, Viva Films
Domestic Gross: Php 331,631,283
Year Released: 2011
Lead: Vice Ganda
Director: Wenn V. Deramas
5. It Takes a Man and a Woman
Jump into the sequel of the Miggy-and-Laida love story. Whilst boy has his love interest intact, girl still manages to find a way to the heart of her true love. After all the tears.
Studio: Star Cinema, Viva Films
Domestic Gross: Php 375,024,507
Year Released: 2013
Lead: Sarah Geronimo, John Lloyd Cruz
Director: Cathy Garcia-Molina
4. Sisterakas
Watch Kris cross swords with Vice Ganda and Ai-ai de las Alas in a comedy series centered on two mega-fashion companies outdoing each other. With teen icons, Kathryn Bernardo and flame Daniel Padilla, you’d be regretting why you didn’t decide to watch this flick sooner.
Studio: Star Cinema, Viva Films
Domestic Gross: Php 391,400,000
Year Released: 2012
Lead: Kris Aquino, Ai-ai de las Alas, Vice Ganda
Director: Wenn V. Deramas
3. My Little Bossings
This film is the first time the mother-and-son tandem of Kris and Bimby came out and the first time the adorable Ryzza is catching serious national attention. With crowd-drawers Boss Vic and Kris, this will tickle your funny bone dry.
Studio: Octo Arts Films
Domestic Gross: Php 393,000,000
Year Released: 2013
Lead: Vic Sotto, Kris Aquino, Ryzza Mae Dizon
Director: Marlon Rivera
2. Starting Over Again
The most recent in this A-list. Toni may not be the most gifted in looks but nobody tops her in the charm department. And acting too. This flick will make you fall out then in then out again of love.
Domestic Gross: Star Cinema
Domestic Gross: Php 401,358,164
Year Released: 2014
Lead: Toni Gonzaga, Iza Calzado, Piolo Pascual
Director: Olivia M. Lamasan
1. Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy
Latest offering starring Vice Ganda, Vice Ganda, Vice Ganda and Vice Ganda. Yes all four characters of different personalities are are portrayed by one multi-talented diva. There is a reason why this one’s top dog. And you have to watch to see why.
Studio: Star Cinema, Viva Films
Domestic Gross: Php 429,147,428.00
Year Released: 2013
Lead: Vice Ganda
Director: Wenn V. Deramas
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