| Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin | |
| Director: | Chito S. Roño |
| Music: | Mon del Rosario |
| Editing: | Renato de Leon |
| Distributor: | Star Cinema |
| Runtime: | 100 minutes |
| Country: | Philippines |
Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin is a 1994 Filipino drama film directed by Chito S. Roño from a story and screenplay written by Ricky Lee. The film stars Maricel Soriano, Gabby Concepcion and Zsa Zsa Padilla.[1] [2] [3] It is one of the films restored by the ABS-CBN Film Restoration Project.[4]
Produced by Star Cinema and Moviestars Productions, the film was theatrically released on March 16, 1994. In 2021, Maricel's line "Huwag mo akong ma-Terry Terry!" became a trend on the internet.[5]
Dave (Gabby Concepcion) and workmate Alex (Matt Ranillo III) are best friends as well as their wives, Terry (Maricel Soriano), a plain housewife and Monique (Zsa Zsa Padilla), a successful television host. When the Vice President of Finance, where Dave and Alex are working died, Dave knew that Alex will be his replacement. Dave and Terry had a toxic relationship as Terry has no time to have a child. When Alex was promoted, Terry was so envious because of Dave's humility. Monique would later discover about Terry's condition. Monique told Alex that she wanted to help her. But, a car followed them, Alex would fought to the driver of the car. But, someone went out of the car and shot Alex at the back of the head, and died because of the incident. Dave and Monique deeply mourned his death and Dave becomes Alex's replacement.
At the time of deep sorrow, Dave becomes Monique's companion. Until a woman named Linda would seduce Dave, and was discovered by Monique and Terry. Monique told Dave that she's planning to quit her hosting duties, and find another job or a business. Suddenly, when they're about to go home due to the rain, Monique and Dave kissed each other. But, Monique would stay away from Dave, until she discovered that she's pregnant. Terry would told Monique that Dave is now cold towards her. She also suspects that she's having an affair with another woman. Terry saw Dave giving money to Monique. Dave would insist that the money will be for their child. Terry would become suspicious and saw in Dave's car, an envelope with a blank check, and a letter to Monique saying that he is planning to separate with Terry.
Terry came to Monique's house and confronted her about her affair with Dave. Monique also admits that she's pregnant and Dave's the father. In a fit of anger, Terry threatens to stab Monique, but was restrained by Monique. Until Terry repeatedly stabbed Monique, and cleaned up the house. She went home without Dave knowing what happened. Dave would learn from a phone call about what happened to Monique. The police came and trying to arrest Terry. Terry tries to resist but Dave came to Terry trying to calm her. Monique miraculously survived and told the police, a burglar stabbed her, sparing Terry from the crime. Terry was released and went to Monique and asked forgiveness. Monique forgave Terry and said that she's already erased her in her life, ending their friendship. Dave is planning to leave Terry, but, Terry insisted Dave not to leave and she'll change for the better. She also told Dave that her family who was a wealthy family suffered financially when her father died. She was also forced by her mother to have sex with rich sadist whom her father owes money. The sadist slit Terry in the leg so that she'll remember that she's a sadist's owner. Terry asked Dave to help her start over again, regaining their relationship.
Years later, Monique had a son named Vincent. She would encounter Dave once again. Upon seeing Vincent, he was surprised, not knowing that he was his son. Terry who now has a child was also with Dave. Monique now has a successful business, while Terry is now contented as a simple housewife.
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 10th Star Awards for Movies | Best Supporting Actress | Zsa Zsa Padilla | [6] | |
| 43rd FAMAS Awards | Best Cinematography | Johnny Araojo | |||