Watch My Best Friend's Girlfriend
- 2008
- 1 hr 55 min
My Best Friend's Girlfriend is a 2008 romantic comedy film produced and distributed by GMA Films. It was directed by Mark A. Reyes and starred Richard Gutierrez, Marian Rivera, JC de Vera, and Ehra Madrigal. The film revolved around the story of David Morales (Richard Gutierrez), a young and successful businessman who has been secretly in love with his best friend's girlfriend, Samantha (Marian Rivera), for years. He had never told her how he felt and had always kept his emotions hidden, pretending to be happy for his friend, Carlo (JC de Vera), and Samantha's relationship.
But everything changed when Carlo broke up with Samantha, leaving her heartbroken and vulnerable. David saw this as an opportunity to finally confess his love for her and be with the woman he had always wanted. As he pursued Samantha and tried to win her heart, their friendship was tested, and David had to choose between his feelings and his loyalty to his best friend.
The film was filled with comedic moments, as David tried to win Samantha's heart while hiding his true intentions from Carlo and their group of friends. Marian Rivera's portrayal of Samantha was charming and relatable, making her a perfect match for Richard Gutierrez's character.
Adding to the mix was Ehra Madrigal, who played David's ex-girlfriend, Audrey. Her character added a secondary romantic storyline and provided some of the funniest moments in the film.
The film's soundtrack was also noteworthy, featuring popular songs from some of the country's top music artists. The title track, "My Best Friend's Girlfriend," was performed by the band Six Part Invention and quickly became a hit among Filipino audiences.
Overall, My Best Friend's Girlfriend was a feel-good romantic comedy that showcased the talents of some of the Philippines' top actors. It was a fun and entertaining film that was perfect for a night in with friends or loved ones.