When This Is All Over
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Benedict O. Mendoza
| When This Is All Over | |
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| Directed by | Kevin Mayuga |
| Screenplay by | Abbey Mayuga-de Guia Benedict O. Mendoza |
| Produced by | Jan Pineda |
| Starring | Juan Karlos Labajo |
| Cinematography | Martika Ramirez-Escobar |
| Edited by | Maria Estela Paiso |
| Music by | Jorge Juan B. |
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| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
When This Is All Over is a 2023 Philippine Independent coming-of-age drama film directed by Kevin Mayuga and written by Abbey Mayuga-de Guia and Benedict O. Mendoza. It stars Juan Karlos Labajo, Jorrybell Agoto, Ana Abad Santos.[1] The film is about a disconnected young man, known as The Guy, who forges a deal with a group of privileged misfits to plan a secret party at the height of a global pandemic, for a chance to escape his reality.[2]
A young man known only as "The Guy" (Juan Karlos Labajo), who is confined to his upscale condominium in Manila during strict lockdown protocols. Disconnected and yearning to reunite with his mother in the United States, he turns to selling recreational drugs to affluent residents in his building to fund his escape.
The Guy's routine takes a turn when he is approached by Tanya (Nourijune Hooshmand) and Taylor (Chaye Mogg), two privileged residents eager to throw an illegal party to escape the monotony of quarantine life. Learning that Taylor has connections to the U.S. Embassy, The Guy offers to help organize the party in exchange for assistance with his visa application.
While scouting for a venue, The Guy frequently visits the building's rooftop to smoke, where he encounters Rosemarie (Jorrybell Agoto), a diligent and kind-hearted staff member. Despite initial friction, they develop a friendship that offers The Guy a sense of connection and grounding amidst the chaos.
As preparations for the clandestine party progress, The Guy becomes increasingly entangled in the hedonistic world of his wealthy clients. The event itself is a sensory overload, depicted through psychedelic visuals and a pulsating soundtrack that mirror The Guy's own drug-induced experiences. However, the aftermath is sobering, the party is discovered, leading to repercussions for the building's staff, including Rosemarie, who faces disciplinary action.
Confronted with the fallout of his actions and the stark disparities between the privileged residents and the hardworking staff, The Guy undergoes a period of introspection. He grapples with feelings of guilt and the realization that his pursuit of escape has come at the expense of others' well-being. In a poignant moment, he seeks out Rosemarie to apologize, only to find her expressionless, leaving the resolution of their relationship ambiguous.
Cast
- Juan Karlos Labajo[3]
- Jorrybell Agoto[4]
- Ana Abad Santos
- Chaye Mogg
- Nour Hooshmand
- Jico Umali
- Aaron Maniego
- Renee Dominique
- Lottie Bie
- Zara Loayan
Release
The film was released and premiered at the 19th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival on August 4, 2023.[5]