G! LU
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| Go! La Union | |
| Directed by | Philip King[1] |
| Written by | Philip King |
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| Cinematography | Mo Zee |
| Edited by | Tara Illenberger |
| Music by |
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Production companies |
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| Distributed by | Rein Entertainment Productions |
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Running time | 89 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Tagalog |
G! LU (lit. 'Go! La Union') is a 2024 Filipino comedy film written and directed by Philip King, starring David Licauco, Kiko Estrada, Derrick Monasterio, Ruru Madrid, Teejay Marquez, and Enzo Pineda. The film released on April 24, 2024.[2] It is the directoral debut of Philip King.[3] The film focuses on various issues like mental health, gender and love issues.[4]
Synopsis
[edit]Six friends. One last epic summer adventure. Join a group of friends, who go on a vacation in La Union and encounter new experiences as they hang out with girls and party.
Cast
[edit]Main cast
[edit]- David Licauco as Patrick Dy[5]
- Ruru Madrid as Albert Ramirez
- Derrick Monasterio as Ryan Santos[6]
- Enzo Pineda as Brian Santos
- Teejay Marquez as Raymond Gomez[7]
- Kiko Estrada as Carlos Villamor
Supporting cast
[edit]- Carl Guevara as Aaron
- Ken Anderson as Chippy Alonzo
- Michelle Dee as Sarah
- Katarina Rodriguez as Kathy
- Sophia Senoron as Erika Manalo
- Chanel Morales as Lala Gonzales
- Maureen Montagne as Rhea Garcia
- Dawn Chang as Beth Gan
- Kimi Mugford as Issa Cruz
- Denver Hernandez as Tonio
- Ali Forbes
- Pinky Amador
- Bambi Habalo
- Marlon Mance
- Eliza Sarmienta
- Allan Villafuerte
- Pontri Bernardo
- Ryan Artienda
- Posh Develos
Reception
[edit]The film was made in 2019 and supposed to be released on 2020 but due to the COVID-19 pandemic the producers decided to shelve the project.[8] After five years the film released on April 24, 2024.
References
[edit]- ^ Showbiz, Manila Standard (April 28, 2024). "Philip King doubles down with 'Elevator,' 'G! LU'". Manila Standard. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
- ^ Salterio, Leah. "After 5-year wait, ALV Films' 2nd venture gets theatrical run". Philstar.com. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- ^ Tomada, Nathalie. "Rein Entertainment's Philip King makes dual directorial debut with 'Elevator,' 'G! LU'". Philstar.com. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
- ^ Felipe, MJ (April 18, 2024). "Barkada movie 'G! LU' tackles gender, mental health and love issues". ABS-CBN News.
- ^ "David Licauco deepens bonds over barkada film 'G! LU'". CinemaBravo. April 19, 2024. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio hopes to promote 'G! LU' in 'It's Showtime'". www.philstar.com. April 24, 2024. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
- ^ "Actor Teejay Marquez plays a different kind of role in his lates ALV Films project G! LU which has him stealing the hearts of both genders in barkada themed film. The versatile actor face the press during the movie presson last April 17". www.facebook.com. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- ^ Ruiz, Marah. "LOOK: Movies delayed due to the Coronavirus pandemic". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
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