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Overview

Ten years later, former lovers Ellie and Eric meet again to trace the memories of a love and sorrow that never went away.

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The Loved One | Official Teaser | Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales | Exclusively in Cinemas

Cast

Jericho Rosales

Jackie Lou Blanco

Director:

Irene Emma Villamor

Writer:

Irene Emma Villamor

Release Date:

2026-02-11

Run Time:

100m

Tagline:

Love turns ordinary people into poets, philosophers... and monsters.

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Vote Average: 5.0/10

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Movie Popularity: 2.5058

Spoken Languages: English, Tagalog

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- 28 April 2026 at 10:12 pm

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 7/10 THE SUMMARY Ellie (Anne Curtis) and Eric (Jericho Rosales) are former lovers meeting for the first time in a cafe after a year of silence. The film unfolds through a series of non-linear flashbacks that trace their decade-long relationship—from a chance meeting at a wedding to a "fun night out" that sparked a ten-year romance. Rendered partially in black and white, the story explores the suffocating reality of a long-term partnership where love hasn't necessarily faded, but the people in it have grown apart. As they navigate unresolved emotions and a betrayal involving Eric’s officemate Nicole (Catriona Gray), the two must decide if their history is a foundation to build on or an anchor holding them back. THE PROS The reunion of Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales after fifteen years is a total winner; their chemistry is sincere and carries the weight of a decade's worth of shared history. Irene Emma Villamor’s direction is pure quality, using a non-linear structure that makes the memories feel like they’re being pieced together in real-time. It’s a 7/10 because the film is refreshingly honest about the "mercy" of letting go, avoiding the usual glossy rom-com tropes for something much grittier and more recognizable. Catriona Gray makes a punchy acting debut as Nicole, holding her own against two industry veterans. The cinematography by Pao Orendain is epic status, especially the high-contrast black-and-white present-day scenes that make the emotional distance between the leads feel palpable. THE CONS It earns a 7/10 because the pacing can feel slightly sluggish in the middle act, with some scenes feeling repetitive as the couple circles the same arguments. While the non-linear style is a winner for atmosphere, it can occasionally feel quality-deficient in terms of narrative clarity, leaving you wondering exactly where you are in their timeline. It misses an 8/10 mark because the supporting cast—despite being talented—feels a bit like a damp squib, given very little to do other than look concerned from the sidelines. At 102 minutes, the ending is a sincere, quiet resolution that might feel a bit unsatisfying for those looking for a massive, dramatic payoff. THE VERDICT A 7/10. Decent and highly recommended for anyone who has ever survived a long-term relationship. It’s a winner for its maturity and the powerhouse lead performances. Go and watch it for the "Let's not be mean to each other" line—it’s quality cinema that will stay with you long after the credits. This was a highly anticipated reunion that mostly manages to live up to the massive expectations. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA • Long Time Coming: This film marks the first time Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales have worked together since their 2011 TV series 'Green Rose'. Their last film together was actually the 2008 period drama 'Baler', making this a sincere eighteen-year reunion for the big screen.• Title Meaning: Director Irene Villamor explained that the title refers to how one person in a relationship often becomes an "object" of affection (the Loved One) rather than being seen as their own individual person, which is a major theme throughout the movie.• Box Office Success: Despite its heavy themes and non-linear style, the film was a massive hit in the Philippines, earning ₱110 million in its first nine days. It’s a quality example of a local production finding a huge audience by being honest about real-life heartbreak. THE VIBE Like a cold cup of coffee on a rainy afternoon. It smells like old perfume, cigarette smoke, and a shared apartment that’s already half-packed.

Videos

The Loved One | Official Teaser | Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales | Exclusively in Cinemas

Cast

Jericho Rosales

Jackie Lou Blanco

Joyce Ann Burton

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 28 April 2026 at 11:12 PM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 7/10
THE SUMMARY
Ellie (Anne Curtis) and Eric (Jericho Rosales) are former lovers meeting for the first time in a cafe after a year of silence. The film unfolds through a series of non-linear flashbacks that trace their decade-long relationship—from a chance meeting at a wedding to a “fun night out” that sparked a ten-year romance. Rendered partially in black and white, the story explores the suffocating reality of a long-term partnership where love hasn’t necessarily faded, but the people in it have grown apart. As they navigate unresolved emotions and a betrayal involving Eric’s officemate Nicole (Catriona Gray), the two must decide if their history is a foundation to build on or an anchor holding them back.
THE PROS
The reunion of Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales after fifteen years is a total winner; their chemistry is sincere and carries the weight of a decade’s worth of shared history. Irene Emma Villamor’s direction is pure quality, using a non-linear structure that makes the memories feel like they’re being pieced together in real-time. It’s a 7/10 because the film is refreshingly honest about the “mercy” of letting go, avoiding the usual glossy rom-com tropes for something much grittier and more recognizable. Catriona Gray makes a punchy acting debut as Nicole, holding her own against two industry veterans. The cinematography by Pao Orendain is epic status, especially the high-contrast black-and-white present-day scenes that make the emotional distance between the leads feel palpable.
THE CONS
It earns a 7/10 because the pacing can feel slightly sluggish in the middle act, with some scenes feeling repetitive as the couple circles the same arguments. While the non-linear style is a winner for atmosphere, it can occasionally feel quality-deficient in terms of narrative clarity, leaving you wondering exactly where you are in their timeline. It misses an 8/10 mark because the supporting cast—despite being talented—feels a bit like a damp squib, given very little to do other than look concerned from the sidelines. At 102 minutes, the ending is a sincere, quiet resolution that might feel a bit unsatisfying for those looking for a massive, dramatic payoff.
THE VERDICT
A 7/10. Decent and highly recommended for anyone who has ever survived a long-term relationship. It’s a winner for its maturity and the powerhouse lead performances. Go and watch it for the “Let’s not be mean to each other” line—it’s quality cinema that will stay with you long after the credits. This was a highly anticipated reunion that mostly manages to live up to the massive expectations.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
• Long Time Coming: This film marks the first time Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales have worked together since their 2011 TV series ‘Green Rose’. Their last film together was actually the 2008 period drama ‘Baler’, making this a sincere eighteen-year reunion for the big screen.
• Title Meaning: Director Irene Villamor explained that the title refers to how one person in a relationship often becomes an “object” of affection (the Loved One) rather than being seen as their own individual person, which is a major theme throughout the movie.
• Box Office Success: Despite its heavy themes and non-linear style, the film was a massive hit in the Philippines, earning ₱110 million in its first nine days. It’s a quality example of a local production finding a huge audience by being honest about real-life heartbreak.
THE VIBE
Like a cold cup of coffee on a rainy afternoon. It smells like old perfume, cigarette smoke, and a shared apartment that’s already half-packed.

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