Dingdong and Marian bring ‘Remember’ to life in Quebec
The Manila Times · 11/3/2026, 12:03:00 AM Philippine time
Excerpt from The Manila Times. Read the original report below for the complete story.Husband and wife Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera bring a story of love, hope and second chances to life in Quebec, Canada, where their latest headliner, “Remember,” was shot. Directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar, it opens in cinemas nationwide on Nov. 11. The film follows an estranged couple who must reunite when their daughter, played by Zia Grace, is diagnosed with a rare genetic illness. As they face their daughter’s condition together, they must also confront their past and reconsider the love they once shared. Bringing that relationship to the screen gave Dantes and Rivera the opportunity to draw on each other’s strengths as actors. During the film’s media conference, Dantes praised Rivera’s portrayal of Ria, saying her performance inspired him to elevate his own portrayal of Joseph. “Marian’s portrayal here is truly different. Even though I see her every day, when Direk Mae called ‘action,’ I saw a completely diffe­rent person. Marian’s performance gave me more reason to step up as Joseph,” he…