| In The Name of Love | |
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| Directed by | Olivia M. Lamasan |
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| Studio | Star Cinema |
| Distributed by | Star Cinema |
| Release date(s) | May 11, 2011 (Philippines) |
| Country | Philippines |
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| Box office | P117 million[1] (as of June 12, 2011) |
In The Name of Love is a 2011 Filipino romance film starring Aga Muhlach, Angel Locsin and Jake Cuenca. The film is a part of the special presentation for Star Cinema's 18th year anniversary. The film premiered on May 11, 2011.[2] It is produced and released by Star Cinema.
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With barely anything to live for, Emman Toledo (Aga Muhlach), a former dancer, is just about to start his life all over again. He holds the good memories of his past dearly, knowing he will never be able to bring back his better days. An unlikely opportunity comes up when he is assigned to be the dance instructor for the upcoming Governor's Ball of the powerful political family of the Evelinos, a chance for him to rekindle his lost passion.
It will be at this ball where the engagement of the governor's son Dylan Evelino (Jake Cuenca), and Cedes Fernandez (Angel Locsin) will be announced. Despite her hatred for the dirty politics, Cedes has no choice but to succumb to the decision of Dylan out of her indebtedness towards the family.
Emman is drawn towards Cedes from the first time she catches his eye. As their lives intertwine through dance, Emman and Cedes find themselves resisting an affair: one that holds the truths to their painful pasts, and the memories of a boundless love. Pursuing their feelings for each other will only set fire to the dangers and trappings of their love, so much so that their love could cost them their lives. Can the strength of their love overcome the powers of the dangers surrounding them?
The film's trailer was released on April 20, 2011 on the films official website.[3] The trailer included scenes that were shot in Tokyo, Japan and theme song of the film which is sung by Jericho Rosales titled, Naaalala Ka (Remember You).
The film placed at the 15th spot in a Top 20 list of movies worldwide with the highest gross on the week of May 11, 2011 to May 18, 2011. It grossed $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) in the box office, as reported by the Associated Press on May 19.[4][5]
The film had international premieres in two United States cities. One on May 28, 2011, in Los Angeles, CA and on May 29, 2011 in San Francisco, CA.