Puregold CinePanalo’s blockbuster hit “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa'yo)” earns nationwide run with Ayala Cinemas
Coming off one of the most successful Puregold CinePanalo runs to date, “Multwoh” was not only a hit with audiences but among critics as well. The film reaped four awards during the festival’s annual awards night: Always Panalo award, Panalo sa mga Manonood, Panalo sa Production Design, and Panalo sa Brand Intrusion.
With accolades and rabid audiences behind it, “Multwoh” is now coming to theaters nationwide, including cinemas in Cebu, Cagayan de Oro and more.
What made “Multwoh” such a monster hit?
For one, the film was driven by the star power of its viral lead Sassa Gurl, as well as the crew’s sensational promotional maneuvers. On top of various press interviews and online appearances, Sassa Gurl gamely slid into a coffin in a public display that was meant to sow intrigue among cinema fans about the film’s premise.
While receiving the audience choice award at the Puregold CinePanalo Awards Night, Rodina Singh spoke on the importance of viewers choosing queer stories.
“To me as a filmmaker, this [Panalo sa Manonood award] feels the most validating among all the awards for tonight,” said Singh. “Sumali po ako sa pagpepelikula na ang tanong sa samin, ‘may manonood ba ng kwentong gusto niyong ikwento?’
Sa pangatalong pagkakatoon, sasabihin ko po na ang ‘Multwoh’ ay nahigitan na ang lahat ng screenings ng una ko pang pelikula at pangalawa.”
The film’s success speaks to the hunger that Pinoy audiences have for diverse stories. Far from alienating audiences with its queer characters and unabashedly proud tone, “Multwoh” has been a commercial dynamo attracting viewers of all ages and backgrounds.
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