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5 romance films about different kinds of situationships

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<p>Exploring the nuances of love can be as complicated as it is fascinating, especially when the boundaries aren&#x27;t clearly defined.  </p><p>Enter the “situationship” — that not-quite-relationship territory where you’re more than friends but less than lovers. Maybe you’re dodging the pressure of <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films/2025/1/27/from-fianc-s-to-exes-then-lovers-again-kathryn-alden-radiate-chemistry-in-hello-love-again-movieclip-1834" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">labeling the relationship</a>, or maybe it’s complicated with a capital C. In any case, these particular love stories from <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Star Cinema</a> are here to show you that you&#x27;re not alone in this murky realm of modern romance.</p><p>This February, grab some popcorn (and maybe a box of tissues!) and immerse yourself in our specially curated watchlist, perfect for anyone navigating the tricky waters of undefined relationships. Here are five films that tackle the ups, downs, and in-betweens of love in this unofficial territory: </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>‘Paano Na Kaya’ if you’re acting like a girlfriend but being called a best friend!</strong></div><p>Poor Mae (Kim Chiu) is stuck in the friend zone, secretly crushing on her best buddy, Bogs (Gerald Anderson). But when Bogs gets dumped, Mae becomes his unexpected shoulder to cry on... and maybe more? </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3BcI1rKvenM?si=1mMocCkfA8E9Xm5c" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>‘Can This Be Love’ if you’ve fallen for a cute foreigner through messaging back and forth!</strong></div><p>Ryan (Hero Angeles) and Daisy’s (Sandara Park) love story starts with a beep on their phones. He’s a part-time typist, while she’s a Korean student adapting to life in the Philippines. Can sparks fly in real life like they do on their screens? </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IHieNHc5lyE?si=L8h14Bvgr-PXLqqB" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>‘Kailangan Kita’ if you’ve caught the eye of your sibling’s significant other! </strong></div><p>Returning to the Philippines for his wedding, chef Carl (Aga Muhlach) finds unexpected feelings stirring for his fiancée’s sister Lena (Claudine Barretto). Lena ends up reciprocating his feelings, so will that complicate the forthcoming nuptials? </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4g2yMEsWq2g?si=4D-MRJro-cv-fPCA" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>‘Vince and Kath and James’ if your feelings are real but you’re hiding behind a lie! </strong></div><p>It&#x27;s clear that Vince (Joshua Garcia) has his eye on Kath (Julia Barretto), but he ends up texting her on behalf of his cousin James (Ronnie Alonte), who also fancies her. As Vince crafts messages that win Kath’s heart, he finds himself wishing he could reveal the truth.  </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tGh-uxVCZx0?si=AU5_9dt_J0WuDPlx" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>‘My Amnesia Girl’ if you’ve been pursued again by someone who already broke your heart! </strong></div><p>Apollo (John Lloyd Cruz) gets a do-over when he bumps into Irene (Toni Gonzaga), his ex with a case of amnesia. With memories of their past love allegedly erased, he sees a chance to rewrite their story. Little does he know, this is all part of Irene’s plan to exact revenge on him. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nx-ROUAze38?si=9ZfXFY5yp-D4rhbK" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>All these FULL MOVIES (and more!) are now available to watch for FREE on Star Cinema’s YouTube channel!</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEOS: </strong></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yzrcZWdKgpw?si=itwI8QFSwdqiNjsJ" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8S1Bev4fEHk?si=y0w3ozsxppHzVZnG" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED STORIES: </strong></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films/2025/1/27/from-fianc-s-to-exes-then-lovers-again-kathryn-alden-radiate-chemistry-in-hello-love-again-movieclip-1834" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From fiancés to exes then lovers again: Kathryn, Alden radiate chemistry in &#x27;Hello, Love, Again’ movie clips</a></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films/2025/1/23/8-digitally-restored-sagip-pelikula-films-you-can-stream-for-free-1804" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">8 digitally restored Sagip Pelikula films you can now stream for free — and where to find them!</a></div>

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5 romance films about different kinds of situationships

Humility Javier

Published Feb 06, 2025 05:34 PM PHT

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Updated Feb 17, 2025 04:20 PM PHT

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Kim Chiu

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Joshua Garcia

Julia Barretto

Gerald Anderson

Hero Angeles

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