Living in a secluded hut in the middle of rice fields, Lola Igna is a 118-year old grumpy grandmother who is vying for the Amazing People of The World’s “The Oldest Living Grandmother in the World”. Being the oldest living grandmother in the Philippines, Lola Igna’s only wish is to gently pass on to the next life.
But with the announcement of being considered to be “The Oldest Living Grandmother in the World”, Lola Igna instantly becomes a celebrity; with tourists travelling hours just to meet her. Her family and the small town of Alhaya benefit from this, opening up opportunities to generate more revenue other than their usual work which is farming.
In the middle of all the sudden changes in Lola Igna’s life, she meets Tim, her great-great-grandchild from Ana. She welcomes Tim with open arms, breaking the old woman’s grumpy façade. Everything seems to be going well, until one day when Lola Igna is visited by Carias, her dead husband. In this premonition, Carias is finally taking Lola Igna with him to the next life.
Lola Igna is a unique, charming pinoy local film for our elders and grandparents. With its fine direction, smooth screenplay and ensemble fine acting, its definitely must see on Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019. Angie Ferro's sentimental acting is the heart of the film and will definitely melt your heart. Yves Flores and Royce Cabrera gives a decent representation of a millennial character in this film. I'm happy that Yves Flores has finally given a chance to have his first lead role with this relevant material as he deserves it and justified his character well. This is obviously the best film of Eduardo Roy Jr. this year that perfectly exhibited his craftsmanship as a director. Lola Igna is the perfect love letter to your grandmother, so go watch it.
My Verdict: 4.5/5
But with the announcement of being considered to be “The Oldest Living Grandmother in the World”, Lola Igna instantly becomes a celebrity; with tourists travelling hours just to meet her. Her family and the small town of Alhaya benefit from this, opening up opportunities to generate more revenue other than their usual work which is farming.
In the middle of all the sudden changes in Lola Igna’s life, she meets Tim, her great-great-grandchild from Ana. She welcomes Tim with open arms, breaking the old woman’s grumpy façade. Everything seems to be going well, until one day when Lola Igna is visited by Carias, her dead husband. In this premonition, Carias is finally taking Lola Igna with him to the next life.
Lola Igna is a unique, charming pinoy local film for our elders and grandparents. With its fine direction, smooth screenplay and ensemble fine acting, its definitely must see on Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019. Angie Ferro's sentimental acting is the heart of the film and will definitely melt your heart. Yves Flores and Royce Cabrera gives a decent representation of a millennial character in this film. I'm happy that Yves Flores has finally given a chance to have his first lead role with this relevant material as he deserves it and justified his character well. This is obviously the best film of Eduardo Roy Jr. this year that perfectly exhibited his craftsmanship as a director. Lola Igna is the perfect love letter to your grandmother, so go watch it.
My Verdict: 4.5/5
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