EDDYS 2024 Best Actor Piolo Pascual and primetime actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith lead the cast of the intense drama thriller “Real Life Fiction,” which opens exclusively in SM Cinemas nationwide today. Directed by Paul Soriano and shot during the height of the pandemic, the film plunges into the depths of an actor’s mind as he grapples with the disintegration of his sense of self after years of stardom.
In ‘Real Life Fiction,’ Piolo Pascual plays Paco, an acclaimed actor who creates a film that mirrors his own descent into chaos.
In “Real Life Fiction,” Pascual plays Paco, an acclaimed actor who takes on the challenge of writing, directing, and starring in a film that mirrors his own descent into chaos. The storyline hints that Paco’s reality may be far removed from the persona he has built over the years.
Jasmine Curtis-Smith portrays Paula, Paco’s muse both on and off the screen.
Jasmine Curtis-Smith portrays Paula, Paco’s muse both on and off the screen, further blurring the lines between what is real and what is imagined. The movie offers a glimpse into the psyche of actors and the lengths they go to in their pursuit of brilliance, often at the expense of their own sanity and the well-being of those around them.
The cast also includes Epy Quizon as Paco’s stern yet considerate manager, with a special appearance by filmmaker Lav Diaz as the owner of a unique pawnshop where Paco seeks to find his true self.
Produced by TEN17P, Viva Films, and Spring Films, and distributed by Black Cap Pictures, “Real Life Fiction” is rated R16 by the MTRCB.
Be the first to comment