This Christmas season, gather your family, loved ones and friends as FranSeth's love team makes their big-screen debut this Christmas at the MMFF's golden anniversary
Celebrate love, family, and create your own destiny with 'My Future You,' Regal Entertainment's heartwarming romantic-family drama premiering on December 25, 2024, as an official entry to the golden anniversary celebration of the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
Starring
Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin, the film tells the story
of two people connected by a mysterious comet and a dating app that bridges
their timelines—2009 and 2024. Together, they attempt to rewrite the past to
build a brighter future, but their choices lead to unforeseen consequences.
Joining
FranSeth (as their love team is
fondly called) is a stellar cast, including Almira Muhlach, Christian
Vasquez, Peewee O’Hara, Bodjie Pascua, Mosang, Marcus Madrigal,
Vance Larena, Izzy Canillo, Angelica Lao,
with special participation by Alex
Calleja and Donna Cariaga.
With
its once-in-a-blue-moon Rated G
classification from the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board
(MTRCB), 'My Future You' is indeed
the best choice for a feel-good, family-friendly movie this Christmas — perfect
for viewers of all ages!
Official Synopsis
In 2009, Lex (Seth Fedelin)
discovers a dating app that inexplicably links him to Karen (Francine Diaz) in
2024. As their connection deepens, Karen asks Lex to help her change moments
from her past to prevent her parents’ separation. But every change brings
unintended consequences, reshaping their lives in unpredictable ways. As they
approach their final chance to fix everything, Lex and Karen must decide
whether their love can withstand the forces of time.
Filmmaker's Vision:
Parallel Journeys, One Destiny
Writer-director
Crisanto B. Aquino, winner of Best
Screenplay in MMFF 2019, shares the inspiration behind 'My Future You': While stuck in his apartment, a conversation with
a friend sparked the idea: “What if two
people, bored and lonely, connect through a random chat—only to discover they
live in different timelines?”
Direk
Cris describes the journey of creating the film as one of resilience and
patience. The project evolved and grew over the years. Finally, in 2024,
everything aligned for it to be brought to life with the emerging Kapamilya
love team.
He
reflects on FranSeth being part of this project, “May plano talaga ang Diyos sa lahat. Alam niya ang right timing.
Tiwala lang at patience. (God really has a plan for everything. He knows the
right timing. Just trust and have patience.)
"This movie taught me to
believe in my work, my worth, and my talent.”
This
rom-fam drama also showcases Aquino’s meticulous attention to detail in
aligning the two timelines. Working closely with production designer Ericson
Navarro and director of photography Jeyow Evangelista, Direk Cris ensured that
while 2009 and 2024 were distinct in tone and design, their visual parallels
reflected the characters’ shared journey toward love and purpose.
FranSeth’s First Film
Together
'My Future You' marks the highly anticipated
big-screen debut of the pairing of Francine
Diaz and Seth Fedelin. First
captivating fans in the hit ABS-CBN teleserye Kadenang Ginto, the love team now brings their chemistry to a
greater height, building expectations and challenges for the two.
Director
Crisanto Aquino recalls being impressed by their professionalism and commitment
to their roles. “From our first table
read, I knew I had found my Karen and Lex. Their dedication and natural
connection brought the story to life. It’s their time, and they didn’t
disappoint.”
The
pair’s natural charm and “kilig” moments are sure to delight their fans while
staying humble to the emotional core of the film.
The Regal Legacy
Continues
As
part of the 50th Metro Manila Film
Festival, Regal Entertainment Inc.
upholds its legacy of delivering films that resonate deeply with Filipino
audiences here and abroad. From classic dramas to groundbreaking festival
entries, Regal has shaped generations of moviegoers and continues to do so with
“My Future You.”
Executive
producer Roselle Y. Monteverde
reflects on the film’s message: “For
decades, we’ve been part of your Christmas traditions—making you laugh, cry,
and believe in love. ‘My Future You’ celebrates everything we hold dear:
family, love, and hope for a brighter tomorrow. This is a perfect gift to all
Filipinos.”
The
film’s official theme song, Eliza
Maturan’s “Museo,” perfectly captures the longing and magic of the story.
It’s a film everyone can enjoy together with lessons to bring and discuss even
after the credits roll. The story explores universal struggles tied together by
a unique and magical concept.
As the writer-director puts it, “I
hope the audience will realize how to value the people around them, especially
their family and loved ones. Sometimes, we search so hard for love, not
realizing it’s already there.”
Executive
produced by Lily Y. Monteverde †, Roselle Y. Monteverde, and Keith Monteverde, Regal Entertainment's
entry to this year's MMFF is in line with the heart of its legacy — beating
strong as it embraces fresh, innovative storytelling.
This Christmas, gather your loved ones and rediscover the magic of connection, hope, and belonging. Catch 'My Future You' in cinemas nationwide starting December 25, 2024 and make this holiday season unforgettable and magical as always!
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