A Journey is set to be a bittersweet tale, filled with emotion and drama. If you are one of those film fans who likes nothing better than to have a good heartfelt cry, then this Filipino tearjerker should be at the top of your watchlist when it debuts on Netflix on April 12 — especially if you’re familiar with the show that all three stars worked on previously before bringing their special connection to this feature.
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The synopsis for A Journey explains why the story may have an emotional resonance for many viewers, with added feels for those in the know. The official Netflix blurb explains: “Refusing treatment for her cancer, a woman goes on a road trip across Tasmania to check off items on her bucket list with her husband and best friend.”
The premise alone already has alarm bells ringing, and we can’t help but worry that the final act of the film may be absolutely heartbreaking. There may not be a dry eye in the house as the film examines some of the saddening realities behind the story.
A Journey Trailer Analysis
We start with a quote as the trailer explains in a sentence what may be the driving thesis of the film: “It’s all about the destination.” This may be the key to seeing the film through to the end.
We see our three leads discussing “journey or destination”, and concluding it is really about who you are with. As the three hug in the great outdoors, reinforcing their close connection, an on-screen caption implies a main theme of the film, explaining that what we are about to watch is “a journey of looking back”. This reference may be more meta than we first assume.
With further scenes of the cast on the road and stopping at various beauty spots, enjoying themselves as a song plays over the visuals, we are reminded by another on-screen caption that the film will explore themes of friendship, love, and loss, implying that the happiness of the three companions may not have a happy ending.
Brace yourself.
When will A Journey be released on Netflix?
A Journey will be available to stream globally and exclusively on Netflix from April 12, 2024.
Many tears will be shed, I know it. Paolo Contis, Patrick Garcia, and Kaye Abad take us on a journey…in A Journey, arriving April 12 only on Netflix ?#AJourney #PaoloContis #PatrickGarcia #KayeAbad #Netflix pic.twitter.com/BCGsjbJ7sr
— Netflix Philippines (@Netflix_PH) March 28, 2024
What is the connection between A Journey’s cast?
A Journey is set to be a three-handed affair with Paolo Contis, Patrick Garcia, and Kaye Abad taking center stage. However, some fans will be thrilled by the fact that the three stars have worked together before, and the film is almost a reunion for the artists — which somehow makes the situation even more heartfelt.
Kaye, Patrick, and Paolo were the stars of the weekend teen-oriented show called Tabing ilog that aired on ABS-CBN from 1999 to 2003. To further engage the fans of the show, there are scenes in the film that harken back to that show, including a scene that mirrors a favorite location for the characters from the TV series. Just to make sure that the connection between the series and the film is cemented, the song playing over the trailer is the theme song of the TV series that the three actors appeared in.
Knowing that the film may end in heartbreak may just be too much for old fans of the show, and if you are one of them, make sure you are prepared.
