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Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera's latest big-screen team-up, Remember, struck an emotional chord with its audience, earning glowing reactions from fellow celebrities during its premiere night in Mandaluyong on Tuesday.

The film's screening ended with applause, while several guests shared how deeply they were moved by its story.

Among those who attended the event were Batangas Governor Vilma Santos-Recto, Anne Curtis, Piolo Pascual, and Department of Education Secretary Sonny Angara, who came with his wife, Tootsie.

Other familiar faces at the premiere included Pokwang, Angeline Quinto, Iñigo Pascual, Agot Isidro, Rowell Santiago, Elijah Canlas, Gabby Eigenmann, Ana Feleo, Dingdong Bahan, River Joseph, Brent Manalo, and Jeremiah Lisbo.

During their interview with the press, including ABS-CBN Entertainment, Anne described the movie as "heartwarming," while Piolo had a more emotional reaction to the two-hour feature.

"Panalo, nakakaiyak!" he said.

Pokwang also recalled getting teary-eyed during the screening, jokingly acknowledging the help she received from journalist Kara David, who was seated beside her.

"Grabe, thank you sa tissue, Miss Kara," she said.

Vilma, meanwhile, highlighted the film's emphasis on family and faith, saying these are themes that deserve more attention in today's movies.

"It's a family movie, and it's about faith," she said. "Ito ang mga kailangan nating mga pelikula ngayon."

Helmed by director Mae Cruz Alviar, Remember also features Zia Grace, Joross Gamboa, Anna Abad Santos, Aiza Marquez, and Kyle Echarri.

Moviegoers can catch the film in 220 cinemas nationwide beginning November 11. It will also have simultaneous screenings in international markets, with Dantes and Rivera scheduled to attend a screening in the United States.

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