Fast forward to August 2014 when One More Chance (OMC) enthusiasts like you and me received the best news of a possible One More Chance sequel. “Best freaking news ever!!!” was the general consensus.
However, as the excitement ebbed and the reality of it began to sink in, most of us realized that our initial joy might be irresponsible. Does the greatest breakup-reunion story really need a continuation when it already ended so sweet?
Mainly to guard our hearts from disappointment, we should say NO MORE CHANCE. Here are 8 reasons why:
Most of us will admit to being chubby chasers, which is why a majority of Popoy’s appeal was his lack of abs or chiseled arms. This is an important element of his character, definitely adding to his loving and selfless boyfriend appeal. However, with JLC’s “superbod transformation”, is it possible that his portrayal of Popoy will be very different?
Remember when Chinno, one of the best friends of Popoy, tried to kill himself with shampoo because he got dumped? Well, that’s likely to happen again because 1) Chinno wasn’t successful in finding a steady girlfriend or loving wife in the first movie, and 2) he’s very likely to get back in the game to find the love of his life. If that doesn’t work out again, it is very possible he finds another domestic product to end his misery. If indeed he does, chances of his survival are slim, and we really don’t want to see such a likeable character go.
(P.S. Okay, this is poking fun at a fictional character, but suicide is a real thing. If you, or you know anyone who, might need someone to talk to, call HOPELINE (24 hours a day/7 days a week) at +63-2-804-HOPE (4673) or +63-917-558-HOPE (4673).)
That’s oversimplified of course, but the point is, the OMC storyline cannot hold another “I need to find myself first.” Tama na please.
Remember that painfully awkward moment? Do you really wanna risk suffering through that again? We sure as hell don’t.
Two years after Popoy’s engineering stint in Qatar, he goes back to a more independent and confident Basha (with better hair). The engineer and the architect reunite in a building under construction, which is a wonderfully fitting setting. Smiling to each other, they agree to have coffee today, the next day, and the day after that.
You’re probably curious what happens three days after their reunion. We urge you to think that curiosity through. Wouldn’t you rather have the luxury of imagining what happened to Popoy and Basha next, rather than being showed something that might disappoint you?
While we don’t doubt the integrity of the cast, Direk Cathy Garcia-Molina and Star Cinema, we still have to face facts. Complacency is more probable in the second movie than the first because the sequel has secured its audience. Although there have been movies with excellent sequels like Before Sunset, need we remind you that there are also movies like Mean Girls 2?
One More Chance was very close to perfect as it is. To continue it would be a mistake.
But really, nakakatampo lang kasi sobrang late nila. Seven years of waiting is a very long time.
What’s your take on the One More Chance sequel? Willing to take the risk? Let us know in the comments!
