Almost a Love Story

About This Movie

Almost a Love Story offers a unique take on long-distance relationships, weaving together the lives of Baneng and Iggy, who are childhood friends separated by their circumstances. The film captures that bittersweet nostalgia—those moments of connection interspersed with longing. You really feel the tug of their shared past and present. The pacing feels deliberate, allowing the audience to sit with their emotions, which is a bit refreshing in a genre that often rushes through connections. The performances by Barbie Forteza and Derrick Monasterio carry a certain authenticity that adds depth to the narrative. There’s something about the practical effects used, too—like the way certain locations frame their connection—that gives it a tactile feel, grounding the story in reality.

Long-distance relationship themeStrong performancesThoughtful pacing