Rewind, a film top-billed by Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes, may have no accolades at the recent Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 Gabi ng Parangal, but public praise continues to pour in.
Star Cinema recently hailed the film's cast as the "Greatest Love ng Tao," emphasizing the remarkable impact they've left on audiences despite not clinching any trophies.
“MARAMING SALAMAT SA GREATEST LOVE NIYO! Congratulations to our amazing cast and creators for bringing the #RewindExperience to life,” the film production company said in an Instagram post.
Rewind has been praised for its poignant storytelling of a husband who lost his wife in a car accident. Social media reviews said the film resonated deeply with viewers, touching hearts and provoking thought long after the curtains fell.
Earlier reviews showed celebrities like Angeline Quinto, Alexa Ilacad, among others, still crying after watching the film. Despite the absence of official recognition, Star Cinema recognized the enduring mark Rewind has made in depicting human emotions and the complexities of relationships.
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Though there is no official ticket sales data as of posting, PEP.ph reported that Rewind already earned P68 million for the first two days of showing. It likely garnered more sales, with cinemas in some malls showing that tickets were already sold out.
The film director, Mae Cruz Alviar, meanwhile heaped praises on Marian Rivera, who is working with Star Cinema for the first time in her career.
“May mga drama din naman si Yan dati at may husay na talaga siya…like fine wine, she got better pa in time,” she said in an Instagram story, while responding to a fan.
The Rewind Film’s trailer has logged over 700,000 views on the YouTube platform.
Winners in the 2023 MMFF
Meanwhile, here is the list of winners in the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival.
Best Picture: Firefly of GMA Pictures and GMA Public Affairs
Second Best Picture: Gomburza
Third Best Picture: Mallari
Fourth Best Picture: When I Met You In Tokyo
Best Actress: Vilma Santos for When I Met You In Tokyo
Best Actor: Cedrick Juan for Gomburza
Best Supporting Actor: JC Santos for Mallari
Best Supporting Actress: Miles Ocampo for Family of Two
Best Director: Pepe Diokno for Gomburza
Best Screenplay: Angeli Atienza for Firefly
FPJ Memorial Excellence Award: When I Met You In Tokyo of JG Productions
Gatpuno Antonio Villegas Cultural Award: Gomburza produced by Jesuit Communications, MQuest Ventures, and CMB Film Services, and distributed by Cignal Entertainment
Marichu Vera-Perez Maceda Award: Mother Lily Monteverde of Regal Entertainment
Gender Sensitive Award: Becky & Badette of IdeaFirst Company
Best Cinematography: Carlos Canlas Mendoza for Gomburza
Best Editing: Benjamin Tolentino for Kampon
Best Production Design: Ericson Navarro for Gomburza
Best Visual Effects: Gaspar Mangarin for Mallari
Best Original Theme Song: "Finggah Lickin" for Becky and Badette
Best Musical Score: Von De Guzman for Mallari
Best Sound: Melvin Rivera and Louie Boy Bayson for Gomburza
Best Child Performer: Euwenn Mikaell of Firefly
Best Float: When I Met You In Tokyo
Reviews of some Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 entries:
Here are some published reviews by film critic Philbert Dy.
MOVIE REVIEW: Mallari Is Gorgeous But Gets a Bit Ridiculous
MOVIE REVIEW: Firefly Is a Lovely Film About the Magic of Stories
MOVIE REVIEW: GomBurZa Is A History Lesson Worth Paying Attention To
MOVIE REVIEW: Kampon Brings Compelling Weirdness to the MMFF
