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5 JoshLia movies to watch if you’re excited for ‘Un/Happy for You’

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By Humility Javier

<p>Excitement is reaching fever pitch as Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia gear up to light up the big screen once again in their <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-reunite-with-a-spicy-twist-as-exes-in-unhappy-for-you-trailer-22783">highly anticipated romance film</a> “Un/Happy for You”, showing in cinemas on August 14!</p><p>Fans of the beloved duo, affectionately known as JoshLia, are in for a treat as they showcase their <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-laugh-their-hearts-out-in-unhappy-for-you-first-script-reading-22555">undeniable chemistry</a> in a new way: as on-screen ex-lovers!</p><p>Directed by Petersen Vargas and penned by Kookai Labayen, Crystal San Miguel, and Jen Chuaunsu, the film follows Zy and Juancho—played by Julia and Joshua—as they navigate the complexities of rekindling their relationship after a tumultuous breakup.</p><p>As we eagerly count down to the film’s release, why not indulge in a nostalgic trip through JoshLia’s most cherished films? We’ve made it easy for you to relive their magic with five of their beloved movies, available to stream for FREE on our YouTube channel. Enjoy!</p><div><br/><strong>“Vince and Kath and James” (2016)</strong></div><p>Campus beauty Kath (Julia) gets caught up in a texting mix-up when Vince (Joshua) helps his cousin James (Ronnie Alonte) by posing as an anonymous admirer. As Vince and Kath’s chats grow deeper, Vince falls for her but faces a bittersweet moment when Kath discovers the true identity of her mystery texter.</p><p>Watch the FULL MOVIE for FREE here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGh-uxVCZx0">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGh-uxVCZx0</a></p><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tGh-uxVCZx0?si=u7nGbDhQh5qCXYPl" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/><strong>“Love You to the Stars and Back” (2017)</strong></div><p>Mika (Julia), a young girl who doesn’t feel like she belongs in her own home, sets off on a road trip in search of aliens. She then crosses paths with Caloy (Joshua), a cancer patient with a cheerful disposition in life.</p><p>Watch the FULL MOVIE for FREE here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23VlI1gsp8U">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23VlI1gsp8U</a></p><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/23VlI1gsp8U?si=M4Sep5dW9wB577G4" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/><strong>“Unexpectedly Yours” (2017)</strong></div><p>Yanni (Julia) and Jason (Joshua) find themselves caught up in a charming side romance as Yanni’s mom, Patty (Sharon Cuneta), and Jason’s uncle, Cocoy (Robin Padilla), reconnect. As it turns out, Patty and Cocoy were high school sweethearts 30 years ago!</p><p>Watch the FULL MOVIE for FREE here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ld3mDVDFhBA">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ld3mDVDFhBA</a></p><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ld3mDVDFhBA?si=Le9wfdr2n17s5Wjl" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/><strong>“I Love You, Hater” (2018)</strong></div><p>Joko (Joshua) and Zoey (Julia) are both desperate for a personal assistant job with a media mogul Sasha (Kris Aquino). Through working together, the two form an unexpected friendship, which later becomes more romantic. When Zoey confesses her love, thinking Joko is gay, he reveals he’s been faking it for the job.</p><p>Watch the FULL MOVIE for FREE here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgVbToNE9mE">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgVbToNE9mE</a></p><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mgVbToNE9mE?si=W8-J7OlSv1Body3k" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/><strong>“Block Z” (2020)</strong></div><p>When a zombie outbreak erupts at San Lazaro University, med student PJ (Julia) and her friends, including her secret admirer Lucas (Joshua), must band together to survive the chaos. As they dodge the undead and deal with personal dramas, they find themselves in a thrilling race against time to escape the quarantined campus and mend broken relationships.</p><p>Watch the FULL MOVIE for FREE here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBL8xGp3vx0">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBL8xGp3vx0</a></p><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/NBL8xGp3vx0?si=zNeTtntkhPZWTlo5" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><p><br/>Happy watching and see you in cinemas this August 14 for the premiere of “Un/Happy For You”!</p><div><br/><br/><strong>RELATED VIDEOS:</strong><br/><br/></div><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bFC9sSIk_cc?si=kVMzaSyGzGlXFeB7" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DBm7ANQ-Kuk?si=RF4h_zyiSNa6OSwf" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/><strong>RELATED STORIES:</strong></div><div><a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-laugh-their-hearts-out-in-unhappy-for-you-first-script-reading-22555">Joshua Garcia, Julia Barretto laugh their hearts out in ‘Un/Happy For You’ first script reading</a></div><div><a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-reunite-with-a-spicy-twist-as-exes-in-unhappy-for-you-trailer-22783">Joshua Garcia, Julia Barretto reunite with a ‘spicy’ twist as exes in ‘Un/Happy For You’ trailer</a></div>