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    The document provides a review and analysis of the 2017 Filipino romantic comedy film "Kita Kita". It summarizes the film's plot, in which a woman who is blind falls in love with a man after meeting him working in Japan. It praises the film for its realistic portrayal of relationships and down-to-earth characters rather than typical handsome leads. It also notes the film's modest budget but commercial success as a "sleeper hit", demonstrating that quality stories don't require big budgets. The review concludes the film effectively conveys a message about overcoming depression and finding love and hope even in difficult times.

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    The document provides a review and analysis of the 2017 Filipino romantic comedy film "Kita Kita". It summarizes the film's plot, in which a woman who is blind falls in love with a man after meeting him working in Japan. It praises the film for its realistic portrayal of relationships and down-to-earth characters rather than typical handsome leads. It also notes the film's modest budget but commercial success as a "sleeper hit", demonstrating that quality stories don't require big budgets. The review concludes the film effectively conveys a message about overcoming depression and finding love and hope even in difficult times.

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    Alexis Abacan

    Aleza Mae Bernal


    Camille Ivy Contaas
    Kyla Marie Gatapia
    Herwin Lacostales
    Angel Fatima Mangahas
    Abegail Nilo
    Paulo Santiago
    Louise Sinlao
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    Title: Kita Kita (Movie Review)

    A lot of people undergo a hectic schedule and the last thing they needed the most is an

    additional stressor in life, that is why they seek to activities to rest and to calm down for a while.

    Furthermore, they try to escape from their chaotic life by watching romantic comedy stories- Kita

    Kita happens to fall on this type of category. However, this film is a little different in relation to

    recent films released when it comes to storyline, for it offers portrayal of real-life experience to

    those who are fed up with conventional plots.

    Kita Kita is a charming film that gives us a fresh look into the rom-com genre. It doesnt

    rely on prefabricated chemistry or overly complicated plots. Although there are several lapses

    during the movie, the representation of the two amazing actors covered it all up as they showcased

    their own style without being flashy, trendy or cool. In addition to that, despite having only a pair

    of actor, they have easily managed to touched the spectators hearts and make them burst into cry

    as if they went through a breakup. No inclusion of other characters like friends or family play a

    crucial role in reshaping the character's actions. No renowned artist was publicized. No handsome

    leading man involved. No extravagant setting functioned. Simply, natural and realistic acting of the

    protagonists happened throughout the film. It showed the uniqueness of the film as it highlighted
    what they can offer, acting-wise. Through simplest of plots, weve come to realize that is enough

    for us to enjoy going to the cinema.

    According to the director of the movie, Ms. Bernardo (2017) has said I realized that these

    actors were boxed in by how the audience perceived them. Everyone had the same perception of

    the actors. That is how I got the idea of making one of the characters blind, because we usually

    judge people by what we see. So what if the girl cannot see the other person. Will she still fall in

    love? In one of the scenes on the movie, Tonyo once said Hindi mo ako nakita nung nakakakita

    ka pa. Pero nakita mo ako nung hindi ka na nakakakita. In relation to that, reminiscing the famous

    quote in the book The Little Prince (1943) of Antoine de Saint Exupery, it goes by "It is only

    with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye." What an individual

    feel from the heart is genuine and real, not what we see physically from a person, but blindly having

    a connection between the two of you is more vital. We cannot deny the fact that Tonyo is not much

    of a good looking gentleman in relation to the unreasonable standard of a handsome person set by

    people, such as well-proportioned body, fair skin and pointed nose. Nevertheless, Lea, despite

    being blind and does not know Tonyo personally, fell in love with his charm and personality rather

    than his physical appearance which is the common situation in reality. The real message of the

    story depicted the valid definition of true love. Kita Kita does not merely serve as a recreational

    tool for stress relieving but as an eye-opener to everyone as well. In love, we shouldnt be blinded

    of what we see from a person, we must look beyond what our eyes can grasp and sometimes let

    your heart do the work.

    Moving on the technical side of the movie, it is known to be far from ideal, from the

    production, casting, up to the cinematography itself. The production costs more or less 10 million

    pesos, which makes it a small budget film but this does not hinder the remarkable masterpiece of

    Sirgrid Bernardo. The setting of the movie is based on Sapporo, Japan. Considering the fact that

    Lea is a tour guide, watching the show made the audience want to have a vacation in Japan
    someday. Speaking of the actress, the natural act of the main characters made the movie even more

    sentimental to the viewers, which led to clasp the audiences attention. Their casting opposes the

    ideals of many romantic-comedy films: particularly young, good-looking actors, and a huge fan

    base. Although they are not a typical pairing of love team with a huge number of fans, De Rossi

    and Marquez convey a chemistry that works and draws a pleasant response from the viewers.

    Last highlight of the movie was the last few scenes where it had put us all in deafening

    silence. When Lea puts a blindfold trying to recall the memories with the late Tonyo. This scenario

    also happens in reality, there are people that forever stays in our hearts but there will be a point in

    time where they will never stay in our lives. We still envision the presence of that person even if

    we know they are not coming back. The scene heartbreaking and it provokes a powerful emotion

    of longing and loss.

    Despite being an independent film and having lack of promotions on national television

    like any other films, the film made P100 million after a week making it a sleeper hits. Sleeper hits

    are films that slowly gain attention and viewership. Jerrold Tarogs Heneral Luna is another sleeper

    hit hailed as the highest-grossing historical film of all time. Another concrete example that would

    raise the pride of indie films, Im Drunk, I Love You directed by JP Habac. A mainstream movie

    with an established love team that makes a large amount of sales in the box-office is not new, but

    for a film made outside the mainstream, this is quite surprising and satisfying for people are finally

    recognizing better quality films instead of mediocre ones.

    In conlusion to the film Kita Kita, it has achieved its goal to touch many hearts for its

    exceptional, unexpected and simple but tragic plot. The presentation of a common societal situation

    was attained, the significance of dealing with stress and depression. Lea's role may serve as an eye-

    opener to many, especially to those who are having a hard time dealing with stress. This movie

    may be a precaution to the viewers to deal with life at ease and not let stress win over. Tonyo's role
    in the movie is a role every individual must take part of in the world today- taking care of those

    who are depressed without taking no as answer to aid their grief.

    Overall, the film is recommendable for everyone to watch, especially to those who are

    undergoing severe depression. Always remember, you are not alone. There are people around you

    willing to help, sometimes some are too scared because you shunned them out. Do not keep your

    emotions to yourself or you will end up like Lea. There is hope for us to find that one true love,

    only if we give our all and we love truly, madly, deeply.

    References:

    _________ (2017). Kita Kita sets new record at the box office as highest grossing indie film.

    Retrived from http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/showbiz/chikaminute/621394/kita-kita-sets-

    new-record-at-the-box-office-as-highest-grossing-indie-film/story/

    Oggs Cruz. (2017). Kita Kita review: brisk, whimsical and always delightful. Retrieved from

    https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/movies/176386-kita-kita-movie-review-alessandra-de-

    rossi-empoy-marquez

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