Here’s another Filipino milestone worth celebrating: Jasmine Curtis-Smith is set to star in the upcoming indie romantic-comedy film “We Could Be In Love.”
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In an exclusive report by The Hollywood Reporter, Filipino filmmaker Marie Jamora shared her excitement for bringing her love of Hollywood romantic comedies to life.
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“I grew up in the Philippines watching all the Hollywood rom-coms with my mom,” Marie said. “Now that I have the opportunity to direct an Asian-led romantic comedy outside the traditional American studio system, it’s so exciting to lean into the cultural nuance, authenticity, and heart that global audiences are craving.”
Aside from Jasmine, the upcoming film will also star yao, Lou Diamond Philips, Tamlyn Tomita, and Airline Inthyrath.
The film will revolve around a working-class Filipino-American woman who falls for a man from a Chinese-Filipino dynasty. As their relationship blossoms, they will face various challenges, including class divides and prejudices among their respective families and communities.
According to the article, shooting will start in November, with principal locations in Manila and New York.
“Jasmine and yao bring a special combination of warmth, depth, and chemistry to their characters. I cannot wait to share our film with the world,” the filmmaker shared.
Jasmine Curtis-Smith is an award-winning actress best known for her performances in “I’m Drunk, I Love You,” “Baka Bukas,” and “Open Endings,” among others.
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