By Johnny M. Pecayo
www.manilaustimes.org
GLENDALE, CA -- Anticipating the huge influx of Sharon Cuneta fans and moviegoers, the premiere showing of 'Caregiver' was scheduled at 3:30 P.M. and 8 P.M., respectively, at the legendary Alex Theatre in Glendale, California. I was privileged to witness the long lines of funs as I arrived at 2 p.m. to be able to watch the first showing. After the first showing, I waited for the next showing at 8 P.M., and saw more people came than the 3:30 P.M. slot.
Megastar Sharon Cuneta, although not feeling well, showed up onstage immediately after the end of the movie by about 5:30 P.M., and got the opportunity to talk to her fans in person. With all sincerity and warmth in her approach, Sharon felt the love of many in the audience. She was almost in tears as she expressed her thanks and appreciation for her fans continued support.
Random interviews were conducted inside the moviehouse, and most of the interviewees were really performing the real role of a caregiver. Those interviewed confirmed the hardships that the caregivers experience in real life, as portrayed by Sharon, but at the same time the movie gave a lift to the morale and dignity of the profession. Questions related to Sharon drew more awareness about the Box Office Queen's shining stars.
Directed by Chito S. Rono, and produced by Star Cinema, Caregiver is definitely the movie to watch.
Sharon finally won the heart of a male resident who was the most difficult to please, and whose adult son eventually became her trusted friend.
While Sharon was able to pass the rigors of being a caregiver, hurdling through the indifferent of attitude of the facility residents, John was becoming irritable as days go by, badly affecting their relationship as husband and wife in the process. When John decided to finally go home, Sharon did not go with him. She decided to stay behind to continue working as Caregiver, until her young son she left behind joined her and eventually met with Makisig whom he befriended.
“Caregiver” is a phenomenon, having been produced by a major mainstream movie studio, Star Cinema.
Ms. Sharon Cuneta successfully embraced the role of a Filipina, a mother, a wife, and an OFW as a caregiver -- performed simultaneously to the delight of the moviegoers. Her performance presented us the reality of life in a foreign land. She showed that in the harshest of conditions, one could survive if she were dedicated with strong determination despite the many unbelievable odds. One of the songs in the movie “Saranggola sa Ulan”, is a perfect picture of how the Filipinos live and survive. The impossible becomes possible because we choose to take the first step and actually strive to do something.
After a long duration of time without doing any movie, Sharon’s comeback movie, “Caregiver,” is a solid proof that, if the featured star, studio and viewers think along the same significant lines, anything is possible under the sun.
Sharon’s portrayal of Susan, the teacher-turned-caregiver in her current hit starrer, proves to be the culmination of her growth as an actress through the decades. She explores new heights and depths that touch many in the industry, especially in the U.S., where Filipino caregivers abound.
The other cast of Caregiver -- Makisig Morales, Mikkie Feriols, Rica Peraleho and John Estrada, just to name a few, gave a moving drama in life that everyone in the audience could relate. The countless attendees in the premier even led our Mega Star in tears. Not knowing how to thank her fans and friends enough for their endless love and support.
In the scene, John Estrada, who arrived in London ahead of Sharon, was feeding his wife a different story until Sharon found out, in a surprise visit to his place of work, that John was performing janitorial job. He took qualifying exams a few times to get promoted, but unfortunately, he failed each time.
The role of Rica Peraleja in Caregiver, though brief, created an impact with her famous line, "Ngayon ka pa ba aatras ay nan'dito ka na...?" (Would you be backing out now that you are already here?)
As the Mega Star, Ms. Sharon Cuneta, gave another heartfelt drama performance in the premier of Star Cinema’s 15th anniversary treat, Caregiver, everyone -- be they her colleagues, co-stars and fans -- took notice of her superb performance, including the impactful delivery of such lines as, "I care not so much about my work, I care about you..." citing the young son she left behind whom she wanted to be somebody someday, with tears almost rolling down her cheeks, donning the uniform of a caregiver, complete with with see through plastic gown.
The Sharonians all over the world witnessed another unforgettable showcase of Sharon Cuneta’s incomparable talent in paying tribute to the unsung Filipino heroes in the guise of caregivers. Everyone found himself/herself crying all throughout the movie and interestingly smiling in tears as they applaud the intensity of Susan’s willingness to survive without losing her dignity. Need I elaborate further?
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GLENDALE, CA -- Anticipating the huge influx of Sharon Cuneta fans and moviegoers, the premiere showing of 'Caregiver' was scheduled at 3:30 P.M. and 8 P.M., respectively, at the legendary Alex Theatre in Glendale, California. I was privileged to witness the long lines of funs as I arrived at 2 p.m. to be able to watch the first showing. After the first showing, I waited for the next showing at 8 P.M., and saw more people came than the 3:30 P.M. slot.
Megastar Sharon Cuneta, although not feeling well, showed up onstage immediately after the end of the movie by about 5:30 P.M., and got the opportunity to talk to her fans in person. With all sincerity and warmth in her approach, Sharon felt the love of many in the audience. She was almost in tears as she expressed her thanks and appreciation for her fans continued support.
Random interviews were conducted inside the moviehouse, and most of the interviewees were really performing the real role of a caregiver. Those interviewed confirmed the hardships that the caregivers experience in real life, as portrayed by Sharon, but at the same time the movie gave a lift to the morale and dignity of the profession. Questions related to Sharon drew more awareness about the Box Office Queen's shining stars.
Directed by Chito S. Rono, and produced by Star Cinema, Caregiver is definitely the movie to watch.
Sharon finally won the heart of a male resident who was the most difficult to please, and whose adult son eventually became her trusted friend.
While Sharon was able to pass the rigors of being a caregiver, hurdling through the indifferent of attitude of the facility residents, John was becoming irritable as days go by, badly affecting their relationship as husband and wife in the process. When John decided to finally go home, Sharon did not go with him. She decided to stay behind to continue working as Caregiver, until her young son she left behind joined her and eventually met with Makisig whom he befriended.
“Caregiver” is a phenomenon, having been produced by a major mainstream movie studio, Star Cinema.
Ms. Sharon Cuneta successfully embraced the role of a Filipina, a mother, a wife, and an OFW as a caregiver -- performed simultaneously to the delight of the moviegoers. Her performance presented us the reality of life in a foreign land. She showed that in the harshest of conditions, one could survive if she were dedicated with strong determination despite the many unbelievable odds. One of the songs in the movie “Saranggola sa Ulan”, is a perfect picture of how the Filipinos live and survive. The impossible becomes possible because we choose to take the first step and actually strive to do something.
After a long duration of time without doing any movie, Sharon’s comeback movie, “Caregiver,” is a solid proof that, if the featured star, studio and viewers think along the same significant lines, anything is possible under the sun.
Sharon’s portrayal of Susan, the teacher-turned-caregiver in her current hit starrer, proves to be the culmination of her growth as an actress through the decades. She explores new heights and depths that touch many in the industry, especially in the U.S., where Filipino caregivers abound.
The other cast of Caregiver -- Makisig Morales, Mikkie Feriols, Rica Peraleho and John Estrada, just to name a few, gave a moving drama in life that everyone in the audience could relate. The countless attendees in the premier even led our Mega Star in tears. Not knowing how to thank her fans and friends enough for their endless love and support.
In the scene, John Estrada, who arrived in London ahead of Sharon, was feeding his wife a different story until Sharon found out, in a surprise visit to his place of work, that John was performing janitorial job. He took qualifying exams a few times to get promoted, but unfortunately, he failed each time.
The role of Rica Peraleja in Caregiver, though brief, created an impact with her famous line, "Ngayon ka pa ba aatras ay nan'dito ka na...?" (Would you be backing out now that you are already here?)
As the Mega Star, Ms. Sharon Cuneta, gave another heartfelt drama performance in the premier of Star Cinema’s 15th anniversary treat, Caregiver, everyone -- be they her colleagues, co-stars and fans -- took notice of her superb performance, including the impactful delivery of such lines as, "I care not so much about my work, I care about you..." citing the young son she left behind whom she wanted to be somebody someday, with tears almost rolling down her cheeks, donning the uniform of a caregiver, complete with with see through plastic gown.
The Sharonians all over the world witnessed another unforgettable showcase of Sharon Cuneta’s incomparable talent in paying tribute to the unsung Filipino heroes in the guise of caregivers. Everyone found himself/herself crying all throughout the movie and interestingly smiling in tears as they applaud the intensity of Susan’s willingness to survive without losing her dignity. Need I elaborate further?
FACADE OF ALEX THEATRE showing the Caregiver signs.
-- MUST PHOTORENE L. CORTEZ of Wordstars, with Joyce & Co. photographed here with Sharon Cuneta.-- MUST PHOTO
ANA DIAZ of ABS-CBN conducts random interviews, while Ricky Morales provides on camera coverage. -- MUST PHOTO
MANILA-U.S. TIMES publisher and editor-in-chief, Johnny Pecayo, in a close up shot with Megastar Sharon Cuneta. -- MUST PHOTO
A LONG LINE of people eager to see Sharon in person.
BETH EDRA of the MANILA-U.S. TIMES poses with Ms. Sharon Cuneta. -- MUST PHOTO
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