In the Name of Love is a 2011 Filipino romantic drama film directed by Olivia M. Lamasan and co-written by Enrico C. Santos. The film stars Aga Muhlach, Angel Locsin, and Jake Cuenca.
Produced and distributed by ABS-CBN Film Productions for its 18th founding anniversary, the film was theatrically released on May 11, 2011. It is produced and released by Star Cinema.
Plot With barely anything to live for, Emman Toledo, a former dancer, is just about to start his life all over again. He holds the good memories of his past dearly, knowing he will never be able to bring back his better days. An unlikely opportunity comes up when he is assigned to be the dance instructor for the upcoming Governor's Ball of the powerful political family of the Evelinos, a chance for him to rekindle his lost passion.
It will be at this ball where the engagement of the governor's son, Dylan Evelino, and Cedes Fernandez will be announced. Despite her hatred for the dirty politics, Cedes has no choice but to succumb to the decision of Dylan out of her indebtedness towards the family.
Emman is drawn towards Cedes from the first time she catches his eye. As their lives intertwine through dance, Emman and Cedes find themselves resisting an affair: one that holds the truths to their painful pasts, and the memories of a boundless love. Pursuing their feelings for each other will only set fire to the dangers and trappings of their love, so much so that their love could cost them their lives. Can the strength of their love overcome the powers of the dangers surrounding them?
Cast Main cast
Aga Muhlach as Emman Toledo/Garry Fernandez Angel Locsin as Mercedes "Cedes" Fernandez Jake Cuenca as Dylan Evelino
Supporting cast Carmi Martin as Chloe Evelino Ryan Eigenmann as Homer Evelino Smokey Manoloto as Patrick Leo Rialp as Gov. Tony Evelino Kat Alano as Rita Evelino Emilio Garcia as Dan Bobby Andrews as Neil Dimples Romana as Emily Michael Flores as Toby Joshua Zamora as Jojo Nanding Josef as Mayor Boborol Maliksi Morales as Otap Paul Salas as Migo Dante Rivero as Roger
Reception Launch The film's trailer was released on April 20, 2011, on the film's official website. The trailer included scenes that were shot in Tokyo, Japan and the theme song of the film is "(Where Do I Begin?) Love Story", which was sung by Gary Valenciano.
Box office The film placed at the 15th spot in a Top 20 list of movies worldwide with the highest gross on the week of May 11, 2011, to May 18, 2011. It grossed $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) in the box office, as reported by the Associated Press on May 19.In the Name of Love Lands in Top 20 highest grossing movies worldwide'In The Name of Love' Week 1
International screenings The film had international premieres in two cities in the United States, both in the state of California. One on May 28, 2011, in Los Angeles and on May 29, 2011, in San Francisco.
Accolades Year Award giving body Category Recipient Result2012 28th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie of the YearMovie Director of the YearOlivia M. LamasanMovie Actress of the YearAngel LocsinMovie Actor of the YearAga MuhlachMovie Supporting Actor of the Year Jake CuencaMovie Original Screenplay of the YearOlivia Lamasan & Enrico SantosMovie Cinematographer of the YearHermann ClaravallMovie Editor of the YearMarya IgnacioMovie Production Designer of the YearLeo AbayaMovie Musical Scorer of the YearVon de GuzmanMovie Sound Engineer of the YearAlbert Michael Idioma 14th Gawad Pasado 2011Pinakapasadong PelikulaPinakapasadong DirektorOlivia M. LamasanPinakapasadong AktorAga MuhlachPINAKAPASADONG AktresAngel LocsinPinakapasadong IstoryaEnrico Santos & Olivia M. LamasanPinakapasadong EditingMarya Ignacio 43rd Box Office Entertainment Awards"Vice Ganda named Phenomenal Box-Office Star; Derek Ramsay is Box-Office King while Anne Curtis and Cristine Reyes share Box-Office Queen title" . Pep.ph. Retrieved May 20, 2014.Film Actor of the YearAga MuhlachFilm Actress of the YearAngel Locsin ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards 2012Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama)Aga MuhlachBest Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role (Drama)Angel LocsinGawad Urian AwardsBest Supporting Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangalawang Aktor)Jake Cuenca 60th FAMAS Awards Best PictureBest DirectorOlivia M. LamasanBest ActressAngel LocsinBest ActorAga MuhlachBest Supporting Actor Jake CuencaBest Supporting Actress Carmi MartinBest StoryEnrico SantosBest ScreenplayOlivia Lamasan & Enrico SantosBest CinematographyHermann ClaravallBest EditingMarya IgnacioBest SoundAurel Claro BilbaoBest Musical ScoreVon De GuzmanBest Theme SongJericho Rosales for the song "Naaalala Ka"Best Production DesignShari Marie MontiagueBest Special EffectsErick TorrenteBest Visual EffectsFiona Marie Borres
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