Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita
“A wartime tale of three friends.”
Synopsis
Inya, a heroine of the Philippine resistance against the Japanese during World War II, recalls events involving her husband Edilberto and their childhood friend Ignacio, a transvestite who, masquerading as a woman also named Inya, becomes the lover of the local Japanese commander, Ichiru, and is caught between a duty to be a spy for his country and friends and his reluctant but growing love for Ichiru.
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Judy Ann Santos
Inya
Raymart Santiago
Edilberto
Dennis Trillo
Ignacio
Jay Manalo
Ichiru
Angelu de Leon
Maura
Iya Villania
Julia
Marco Alcaraz
Akihiro
Jaclyn Jose
Melba
Anita Linda
Old Inya
TJ Trinidad
Antonio
Yasmien Kurdi
Senyang
Jim Pebanco
Edna
Neil Ryan Sese
Hiroshi
Tony Mabesa
Mayor Aldecoa
Dante Javier
Basyong
Mon Confiado
Alexander
Jon Romano
Garcia
Tadashi Nakamura
Okada
Release History & Theatrical Window
London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joel Lamangan
- Screenplay & Story
- Ricky Lee
- Original Score
- Von De Guzmán
- Original Title
- Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese, Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- BAS Film Productions Inc., Regal Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joel Lamangan
Ricky Lee, Joel Lamangan
Von De Guzmán
Rolly Manuel
Marya Ignacio
Roselle Y. Monteverde, John Suarez, Lily Monteverde
Department Leadership Roster
Ricky Lee
Screenplay
Joel Lamangan
Director
Roselle Y. Monteverde
Producer
Rolly Manuel
Director of Photography
Marya Ignacio
Editor
Ryan Ham Grimarez
Visual Effects Supervisor
Aylmer Alfred Ong Velez
Visual Effects Supervisor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita about?
Inya, a heroine of the Philippine resistance against the Japanese during World War II, recalls events involving her husband Edilberto and their childhood friend Ignacio, a transvestite who, masquerading as a woman also named Inya, becomes the lover of the local Japanese commander, Ichiru, and is caught between a duty to be a spy for his country and friends and his reluctant but growing love for Ichiru.
Who directed Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita?
Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita was directed by Joel Lamangan.
Who stars in Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita?
The principal cast of Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita includes Judy Ann Santos, Raymart Santiago, Dennis Trillo, Jay Manalo, Angelu de Leon.
When was Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita released and how long is it?
Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita was composed by Von De Guzmán.