Pinoys are pros when it comes to evoking kilig. Proof? Philippine cinema’s goldmine of cheesy and kilig-filled romance flicks will make any viewer swoon. Valentine’s Day may be over, but if you’re still searching for romantic movies to spend the rest of Love Month in an uber-kilig state, we’ve got some recommendations.
Got 2 Believe (2002)
Toni (Claudine Baretto) eagerly wants to find the man of her dreams because she doesn’t want to end up an old maid, which seems to be a running curse in her family. Enter Lorenz (Rico Yan), a dashing wedding photographer who published some of Toni’s embarrassing photos at weddings. Can love blossom between them despite their differences?
Where to watch: iWantTFC
The Hows of Us (2018)
George (Kathryn Bernard) and Primo (Daniel Padilla) are the epitome of a lovely couple that dreams of succeeding together. But as they get confronted by one adversity after the other, they begin to wonder if their relationship can endure whatever lies ahead.
Where to watch: Netflix
One More Chance (2007)
Popoy (John Lloyd Cruz) feels Basha (Bea Alonzo) is too stubborn. Basha thinks Popoy is too controlling. They decided to call it quits and go their own way. However, it looks like the crazy universe has other plans because they can’t seem to really move on from their past.
Where to watch: Netflix
A Very Special Love (2008)
Laida Magtalas (Sarah Geronimo) has a big crush on Miggy Montenegro (John Lloyd Cruz), so when she gets hired as his editorial assistant, she’s beyond ecstatic. As Laida gets to know Miggy more, she sees his true colors that everyone’s afraid of — something that may threaten their blossoming relationship.
Where to watch: Netflix
Love You to the Stars and Back (2017)
Feeling alone, Mika (Julia Barretto) goes on a road trip in search of aliens. Along the trip, she encounters Caloy (Joshua Garcia), who’s also off to another destination. Everything seems to be going well until Mika discovers that Caloy is suffering from a terminal illness.
Where to watch: YouTube
Let The Love Begin (2005)
Pia (Angel Locsin) and Eric’s (Richard Gutierrez) special bond was sparked by their school-related activities. Can they still find their happy ending despite the glaring differences between their own worlds?
Where to watch: YouTube
Don’t Give Up on Us (2006)
Completely baffled by the disappearance of her best friend, Abby’s (Judy Ann Santos) search takes her to Baguio, where she meets Vince (Piolo Pascual). Vince agrees to help Abby, and as they travel along, an unlikely connection begins to blossom that will change their life forever.
Where to watch: iWantTFC
Labs Kita, Okey Ka Lang? (1998)
Bujoy (Jolina Magdangal) and Ned (Marvin Agustin) have known each other since they were young. They do everything together. But when Bujoy starts to catch feelings for Ned, their friendship starts to crumble. With everything in limbo, they must make decisions that’ll impact whatever is left between them.
Where to watch: YouTube
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