Close To You

Are you willing to lose the love for the friendship? Or are you willing to lose the friendship for love?

2006 · 110 min · ★ 5.9 · Drama, Romance, Family

Manuel and Marian have always been best friends. They are so close that they know each other’s secrets well almost. After all these years, Manuel never had the courage to tell Marian how much he loves her. When Marian’s first love, Lance, returns to the Philippines, she is intent on seeing him again. She brings along Manuel on a chase that brings them around the Philippines and abroad. Manuel now has to decide- Will he let his best friend be happy with her Prince Charming or will he fight for the love that has kept him alive all these years?

Directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana · Written by John Paul Abellera

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