peter07 I'd heard good reviews about this movie so I bought the DVD while in Manila. First, the image had black bars on the sides but I fixed that by adjusted my plasma.I was interested in the status of Filipinos who work in Italy and this movie was a good primer on that. I felt disappointed, however, at many story holes and improbable incidents. I'm sure the movie had elements from true stories of Filipinos in Italy but a few parts seemed improbable, like how he just cheated on his absent wife despite going all the way to Italy to find her. I also found it hard that he turned from a into an angry guy who throws furniture and stuff. That would raise red flags for many women.I think Philippine movies need to get away from clichés and worn-out formulaic plots and endings to advance. I also felt the main actor was unfit for this role.

Bobbikins Reyes The movie reflects the true feelings of an Overseas Filipino Workers in Italy where Filipino communities can be found. Like Chinese and Indian nationals, Filipinos can be found in almost all parts of the globe. Because Filipinos can adapt easily to any given environment. This story follows the journey of naive Lino (Piolo Pascual) as he searches for his missing wife in Italy. He comes across Jenny (Claudine Barretto), an imposing figure in the Filipino community of migrant workers, whose dreams of grandeur have clouded her need for personal relationships. In a desperate quest and game of survival, the two find refuge and affirmation in each other. What started as a mentor-protégé relationship, Lino and Jennys partnership evolves beautifully into a self-consuming love affair. Until these two are put to a test. Reality bites as the land changes everything. In the end, it matters not for Lino that he finds his wife for he has found himself. And alas, it matters not for Jenny that she sacrifices for love, for she has learned to give, in order to live again. The film is not just a mere love story. It encompasses the colorful lives of Filipinos as a global citizens of the world.

heygingersnap I tend to stay away from Filipino movies because of the usual corny-ness and unoriginality, but I had heard from a couple friends that this was actually decent, so I decided to give it a shot.From the very beginning, you can tell what will happy. Boy migrates to Italy, meets girl, falls in love with girl, and so on. But I think it was wonderfully displayed, though I'm not a big fan of either Piolo or Claudine [especially since Claudine doesn't even resemble a Filipino]. The movie did make me cry, though, only because I could really relate with one of the characters' emotions.This also has great scenery as it was placed in Italy, and also shows the immigration from the Philippines to Italy, which I had no idea about before. So give it a shot; you might just like it.

GoldSunBlueMoon This movie exemplifies trials and tribulations for Filipinos dreaming of that bright future in a foreign land. The movie touches the spirit. I extend my gratitude to the characters, the director, and all who were involved. I hope to view more movies of the same content. Rome and Venice were beautiful on screen, and the memory of my visit there remains vivid.Personally, I believe life offers no guarantees. Nevertheless, it is not destined to be lived too cautiously, so as not to miss life's sweet experiences.