Fifteen years after their award-winning chemistry captivated Filipino audiences, Multimedia Superstar Anne Curtis and Asian Drama King Jericho Rosales reunite to look back at the fragments of a great love.
Moving beyond standard romance tropes of the past, this new chapter finds them in an emotionally rich romantic tragedy. The film dissects the fragility of love in the “angst-romantic” drama, The Loved One.
Joining the cast in a pivotal role is Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray in her highly anticipated cinematic debut, adding a layer of intrigue to the story.
Directed by the undisputed master of modern Filipino melancholia, Irene Emma Villamor (Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story, Meet Me in St. Gallen), the film serves as the sole local Valentine’s offering for 2025—promising a beautiful guide to love.
The Loved One follows the quiet, high-stakes reunion of former lovers Ellie (Anne Curtis) and Eric (Jericho Rosales), who meet ten years after their final goodbye. As Eric waits, he retraces fragmented memories of their relationship, searching for the exact moment they began to fall apart. The film experience is a celebration of the act of loving itself, serving as a poignant guide for anyone who has ever navigated the complexities of a relationship. It poses the haunting questions that linger after every great love: In every relationship, have we ever asked ourselves, are we the lover, and are we the loved one?
Heightening the romantic experience, the film features the Billboard Philippines Hot 100, “Multo” by Cup of Joe, as its sonic heartbeat. The track perfectly mirrors a narrative where memories refuse to stay buried.
The Loved One is the ultimate movie date of the year, serving as a reminder of why we fell in love with the cinema experience. This Valentine’s season, return to your first love: Filipino romance on the big screen. Presented by Cornerstone Studios and Viva Films, The Loved One opens in cinemas nationwide this February 11, 2025.
This is your Valentine movie.
