Always Be My Maybe Uncensored Trailer Impression: Gerald Anderson and Arci Muñoz Sexy Realistic Take on Modern Relationships?

Always Be My Maybe is a 2016 romantic comedy movie from Star Cinema under the screenplay/writing of Patrick Valencia and Jancy Nicolas, and direction by Dan Villegas which stars Gerald Anderson and Arci Muñoz slated for a February 24, 2016 theatrical release. Let's check out what this Star Cinema sexy romcom about prevalent setup nowadays has in store for movie goers here.


Always Be My Maybe
Plot / Synopsis

“Always Be My Maybe” tackles a prevalent setup in relationships these days: the no-label kind, as more and more people seem afraid to commit. They are represented by Gerald Anderson and Arci Munoz’s characters, who both came from failed relationships. Things will take an unexpected turn in their lives when they meet and help each other forget their exes. In losing the pain, will they find a love that’s for always in each other? Or will things remain just “maybe”?

Source: Star Cinema

Watch Always Be My Maybe Official trailer here:






Always Be My Maybe Official Trailer Impression
Always Be My Maybe Film Trailer Review


What can be said about the Always Be Maybe (2016) uncensored official movie trailer? Well it generally sums up what will everyone see in the entirety of the film which is an unconventional take on most modern relationships with a pinch of sexiness twinkle over its witty script. It is somewhat interesting to see that slow change is coming in mainstream media in interpreting relationship in films; to mix it up a bit. I am not saying it is revolutionary but this has its charms, although they are dredging through dangerous waters that is also prevalent in the Philippine conservative society. Everyone has an idea of how relationships should "be", but what is odd is that Philippine society listens and even considers most of this. What I am referring to opinion from a part of society consisting of mostly old men who have dedicated to a life of celibacy.


It is worth noting that this is an uncensored trailer which means that it is too "risky" or "sexy" for Philippine television as it only show barely clothed protagonists. It is not like it is a redband trailer to an R-rated movie so what was the intention here? To make cash in on its adult theme to get the usual conservative society riled up to talk about it? Bad publicity is still publicity right? I am not complaining here, just curious. Always Be My Maybe plays around with how some relationships are nowadays; that amidst how society romanticize relationships, there will always be failed relationships leaving some people broken and mostly afraid of committing into a new one. Throw in a romcom script approved by a film production company that specializes making blockbuster romcoms and you a film that makes a "taboo" subject (to most people living in a conservative dreamland) be relevant and 'worth' talking about. Character dialogue (script) looks fun and having two attractive celebrities help, so why not check it out?


How about you guys? Have you seen the film? What are your thoughts on mainstream film production company like Star Cinema finally exploring and tapping on seemingly controversial issues that the conservative Philippine society considers a taboo? Share your thoughts, opinion, and review about Always Be My Maybe in the comments section below and let's discuss.

Ex with Benefits Trailer Impressions: Coleen Garcia First Lead Role with Derek Ramsay in a Sexy Romantic Film

Ex with Benefits is a 2015 romantic film from Star Cinema and Viva Films under the direction of Gino Santos which stars Derek Ramsay, Coleen Garcia, and Meg Imperial slated for a September 2, 2015 theatrical release. Let's check out what this adult-themed movie that centers about former lovers reigniting the flames of the past has in store for us here.


Ex with Benefits
Plot / Synopsis

“EX with Benefits” follows the story of former lovers, 35-year-old Adam Castrances (Derek Ramsay) and 28-year-old Arkisha Aragon (Coleen Garcia). Adam and Arki went to school together and had a promising relationship until Arki suddenly left Adam without a word. Since then, Adam regards Arki as his “TOTGA” – The One That Got Away. They finally cross paths years after their breakup. And, there's something they can't get enough of - "benefits." However, just as everything is getting back on track, the secrets of the past will resurface, forcing Adam and Arki to discover if exes could really give each other a second chance or not. What if the love EXpires, but the fun EXtends? Will they be able to heal the pain from the past?

Resource: Star Cinema Official Page

Watch Ex with Benefits Official trailer here:






Ex with Benefits Official Trailer Impression
Ex with Benefits Film Trailer Review


So what is there to say about the Ex with Benefits trailer? Well besides the eye candies who are Derek Ramsay, coleen Garcia, and Meg Imperial sharing the same screen, it is your standard adult-themed romantic film. By now, it has become a norm that film studios are spewing up adult-themed film after the other. Just replace the previous ones with newer and much sexier faces, and there you have your "new" movie. While initially refreshing, it slowly gets exhausting as it now replaces and starts saturating the market. One evil replacing another, but I am digressing with this political commentary. Let's go back.


Ex with Benefits seems familiar to those who are aware of the "existence of Hollywood" as not long ago there is a 2011 Hollywood romantic comedy entitled "Friends with Benefits". I am not saying that it rips it off and glad they didn't. It is already "controversial" in its current state as some of the professional working in the medical profession thinks that it paints them in a bad light. Films has always been a reflection of society and if there is smoke, there is probably fire. Does one isolated case or a fictional movie affect a certain profession? It is like that one Philippine statesman who filed a bill that would prevent the entertainment industry from depicting men in power like politicians and police as villains or antagonists. A bill that is trivial at best, just like the controversy that seems to be surrounding this movie which I believe may very well be made up (for promotion). Well, if you are a fan of the "unconventional" romantic films with a PG-13 love scenes and fresh faces, then Ex with Benefits is probably right up your alley.


How about you guys? What do you think of Coleen Garcia's first lead role? Do you think that such films that features one specific profession can negatively paint the people working on such industry? Will you be watching or curious about the film? Share your thoughts and impressions on the Ex with Benefits trailer in the comments section below:

Rigodon Trailer Impressions: Bringing the Erotic Dramas Back in Mainstream Philippine Cinema this 2013

Rigodon is an upcoming 2012 Viva Films and Reality Entertainment romance thriller film under the direction of Erik Matti, screenplay by Layetta Bucoy and Dwight Gaston, which stars Yam Yam Concepcion (new Viva Sex Goddess), John James Uy and Maxene Eigenmann. Rigodon is slated for an November 21, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check out the return of sexy (heterosexual) films in mainstream Philippine cinema this 2013 with Viva Films' Rigodon.

Rigodon
Plot / Synopsis

Can we truly know another person, close as we might become? Secret lives, hidden passions, deceit, betrayal and vengeance are revealed in a dizzying dance of a peeping eye.

We follow the life of Sarah, who has been left by her boyfriend after he was threatened by her domineering father. Drifting, in despair, she meets Riki, a former teen star now hosting a home tv shopping show. Casual friendship turns deeper as Sarah feels herself being drawn closer to Riki, who actively pursues her. Until she gives herself one passionate night.

The next morning, we shift our voyeur’s view and follow Riki as he makes his way to his house...and his wife, Regine. Here we get to know the real Riki as he tries to juggle his incredibly complicated life, dealing with loan sharks, his boss, his still-smoldering ambition to regain his stardom, his girl Sarah, his wife Regine, and still another ex-wife, Pearl. Secrets he tries to keep, specially from Regine.

So then we follow Regine, as she struggles with raising their two children while managing her bipolar disorder and growing suspicion, frustration, and rage at her shadowy husband.

Then Regine discovers Pearl and the sick son that is the counterpart to their own girl and finds that her paranoia has become a bitter reality. She confronts Riki. Riki realizes that of all of them, Regine is the one he is terrified of losing, for Regine is the only one he truly loves. He resolves to do better by her, but being the duplicitous person that he is, cannot bring himself to cut clean and instead starts avoiding Sarah.

And when Sarah, puzzled and hurt by Riki’s evasiveness, discovers the truth, this leads to Regine discovering more devastating, soul-crushing truths about her husband. As Riki’s convoluted world unravels around him, these two troubled women’s murderous rage leads to a shattering finale.

Source: Viva Films Rigodon Official Channel

Watch Rigodon Official trailer here:


Rigodon Official Trailer Impression
Rigodon Film Trailer Review

I give up with Viva Films and how they spoil their films through the synopsis released for their films. The plot shared above came from Viva Films official channels (including FB, official Yutube trailer, and their official website) which leaves little to the imagination. Well, on the good side straight (heterosexual) kind of sexy films are back in mainstream Philippine cinema.

In fairness to other locally produced mainstream films, they did try to make drama titles that vaguely resemble ST films by including popular sexy lead on them, but none of them came close to actually titillating the male or "mature" audience as much as sexy (ST) film actress like Joyce Jimenez, any of the Viva Hot Babes, Rosanna Roces, etc. did before. Now Viva Films is reviving the sexy genre and tackling that niche male movie going market by introducing Yam Concepcion, Viva's new Sex Goddess. Rigodon is a film about unfaithfulness and its deadly consequences. The only difference between Viva Films latest sexy movie from the other 2012 Filipino movies about mistresses is that it add a thriller element to the film's plot. Well, a similar mainstream film did something similar this year with Biktima, but it didn't include that many sexy scenes. That is probably one of the main selling point of ST films before, but I don't know if Rigodon would come close to the notoriety of like Warat and Scorpio Nights 2 achieved before. We have to consider that we are still living in a country run by conservatives. Anything that goes below their definition of morality will definitely get a violent reaction from them. So far Rigodon hasn't received any fire from such dogmatic individuals and this could be because the film's trailer isn't that visible in public television channels. This could also mean that the level of risk and sexiness of the film is tolerable to their standards. If Rigodon wants to be the definitive mainstream sexy movie that is going to be the revival of the mainstream sexy film genre (like what Manila Kingpin promised on the action film genre), then it has to offer something more and not just some some smutty scenes. Well, so far it possesses that with its precautionary tale type of plot. It is not your average drama film with a usual comedy-type of an ending where the only thing hurt is the character's egos, families, or emotions. These kinds of films usually ends up with death or incarceration of one of the leads. Well, this is not some prediction as this will come to pass no thanks to that detailed spoiler by Viva Films about Rigodon. But with a somewhat decent storyline and fresh faces that would redefine sexiness in mainstream sexy films, Rigodon could be the film that would return sexy films back on Philippine mainstream cinema.

How about you guys, what do you think about this mainstream Viva Films 2012 title for mature audiences. What do you think about Viva's newly crowned Sex Goddess, Yam Concepcion? Share your thoughts Rigodon's official movie trailer in the comments section below: