When Magic Hurts is a 2024 Philippine romance film written by Jerome Baguio and directed by Gabby Ramos. It stars Mutya Orquia, Beaver Magtalas, Maxine Trinidad and Claudine Barretto. This is the first ever film of Mutya Orquia.[1]
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| Directed by | Gabby Ramos |
| Written by | Jerome Baguio |
| Story by | Angel Gwenavere |
| Produced by | Angel Gwanavere |
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| Cinematography | George Toralba |
| Edited by | Martin Reyes |
| Music by | Jason Bagasina |
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| Distributed by | REMS Entertainment Production |
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Running time | 119 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Plot
editErnest (Beaver Magtalas) is a humble and obedient son, striving to meet his parents' expectations. A photography enthusiast, he finds inspiration in the famed flower farms of Benguet. His life takes a turn when he meets Olivia, a hardworking florist who has become disillusioned with love and magic due to past traumas. Ernest is also in a relationship with Trixie (Maxine Trinidad), the daughter of his father's business partner, adding complexity to his personal life.
Olivia (Mutya Orquia) is grappling with the loss of both her parents. Once a believer in magic, she now finds herself unable to trust in its power. Her encounter with Ernest rekindles a sense of hope and connection, challenging her to confront her past and open her heart once more.
As Ernest and Olivia spend time together amidst the scenic landscapes of Atok, their bond deepens. They find solace in each other's company, navigating the complexities of love, family expectations, and personal growth. Their relationship faces challenges, including Ernest's existing commitment to Trixie and the societal pressures surrounding them.
Cast
edit- Mutya Orquia as Grace “Olivia” Melchor
- Beaver Magtalas
- Maxine Trinidad
- Claudine Barretto
- Aryanna Barretto
- Dennis Padilla
- Soliman Cruz
- Angelica Jones
- Archi Adamos
- Aileen Papin
- Dennah Bautista
Production
editOn July 22, 2023, director Gabby Ramos said in the conference that the film is inspired on Claudine Barretto and Rico Yan's film Got 2 Believe.[2]
The film got the license to use the song Got to Believe in Magic by David Pomeranz and Cedric Escobar have the chance to sung it for the official soundtrack of the film.[3]
Filming
editOn July 26, 2023, the cast and crew are started to shoot the film in Baguio but they postponed it due to Typhoon Egay.[4] They also shoot the film in Atok, Benguet.
Release
editThe film had its red carpet premier in Cabanatuan on May 12, 2024.[5] It is scheduled to release nationwide on May 22, 2024.[6]
Accolades
edit| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| 73rd FAMAS Awards | August 22, 2025 | Best Supporting Actress | Claudine Barretto | Nominated | [7] |
| Best Director | Gabby Ramos | ||||
| Best Picture | When Magic Hurts | ||||
| Best Musical Score | Jason Bagasina | ||||
| Best Song | "Paruparo" – When Magic Hurts | ||||
| Best Cinematography | George Toralba | ||||
| Best Production Design | When Magic Hurts |
References
edit- ^ "Mutya, Beaver excited for upcoming film 'When Magic Hurts'". News.ABS-CBN.com. March 14, 2024. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ Troika, PEP (July 27, 2023). "First shooting day ng launching movie nina Mutya Orquia at Beaver Magtalas, naantala dahil kay Egay". PEP.ph. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ Asis, Salve V. (April 1, 2024). "When Magic Hurts, nakuha ang sikat na kantang Got To Believe..." [When Magic Hurts, gets the famous song Got To Believe...] (in Filipino). The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ Troika, PEP (July 27, 2023). "First shooting day ng launching movie nina Mutya Orquia at Beaver Magtalas, naantala dahil kay Egay". PEP.ph. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ "Thousands attend preem night of 'When Magic Hurts' in Cabanatuan". Manila Bulletin. May 14, 2024. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ "When Magic Hurts (2024)". ClickTheCity.com. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ Arciaga, Glydell (August 12, 2025). "LIST: Here are the nominees for the 73rd FAMAS Awards". Philstarlife. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
External links
edit- When Magic Hurts at Kritikultura