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G! LU

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G! LU
Go! La Union
Directed byPhilip King[1]
Written byPhilip King
Produced by
  • Philip King
  • Ben Chan
  • Arnold Vegafria
Starring
CinematographyMo Zee
Edited byTara Illenberger
Music by
  • Emerzon Texon
  • Immanuel Verona
Production
companies
  • ALV Films
  • Benchingko/Films
Distributed byRein Entertainment Productions
Release date
  • April 24, 2024 (2024-04-24)
Running time
89 minutes
CountryPhilippines
LanguageTagalog

G! LU (lit.'Go! La Union') is a 2024 Filipino comedy film written and directed by Philip King, starring David Licauco, Kiko Estrada, Derrick Monasterio, Ruru Madrid, Teejay Marquez, and Enzo Pineda. The film released on April 24, 2024.[2] It is the directoral debut of Philip King.[3] The film focuses on various issues like mental health, gender and love issues.[4]

Synopsis

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Six friends. One last epic summer adventure. Join a group of friends, who go on a vacation in La Union and encounter new experiences as they hang out with girls and party.

Cast

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Main cast

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Supporting cast

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Reception

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The film was made in 2019 and supposed to released on 2020 but due to the COVID-19 pandemic the producers decided to shelve the project.[8] After five years the film released on April 24, 2024.

References

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  1. ^ Showbiz, Manila Standard (April 28, 2024). "Philip King doubles down with 'Elevator,' 'G! LU'". Manila Standard. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
  2. ^ Salterio, Leah. "After 5-year wait, ALV Films' 2nd venture gets theatrical run". Philstar.com. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
  3. ^ Tomada, Nathalie. "Rein Entertainment's Philip King makes dual directorial debut with 'Elevator,' 'G! LU'". Philstar.com. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
  4. ^ Felipe, MJ (April 18, 2024). "Barkada movie 'G! LU' tackles gender, mental health and love issues". ABS-CBN News.
  5. ^ "David Licauco deepens bonds over barkada film 'G! LU'". CinemaBravo. April 19, 2024. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
  6. ^ "Actor Teejay Marquez plays a different kind of role in his lates ALV Films project G! LU which has him stealing the hearts of both genders in barkada themed film. The versatile actor face the press during the movie presson last April 17". www.facebook.com. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
  7. ^ "Derrick Monasterio hopes to promote 'G! LU' in 'It's Showtime'". www.philstar.com. April 24, 2024. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
  8. ^ Ruiz, Marah. "LOOK: Movies delayed due to the Coronavirus pandemic". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
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