Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus
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| Directed by | Dwein Baltazar |
| Written by | Dwein Baltazar |
| Produced by | Jun Lana Perci Intalan Madonna Tarrayo Bianca Balbuena |
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| Distributed by | Solar Pictures |
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Running time | 105 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus is a 2018 Philippine romantic-drama film, directed and written by Dwein Baltazar.[1][2] It stars Iana Bernadez, Nicco Manalo, Anthony Falcon, Dylan Ray Talon and Soliman Cruz. The story follows four men as they realize they are all searching for the same woman.[3][4][5]
The film won several awards including, FAMAS Awards for Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay and Best Director in 2019 and NETPAC Award and Asian Film Observatory Award at the 2018 Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards in Taiwan.[6]
Synopsis
In the busy streets of downtown Manila, Avenida serves as the stage for the story of four lonely men named Caloy, Obeng, Alex and Lando who are yearning for something they cannot quite put their hands on - a missing puzzle piece, who happens to be Aileen, a mysterious girl. What started as innocent infatuation turns into an obsession by these men who go by an extra mile for her.
Cast
- Iana Bernadez as Aileen
- Nicco Manalo as Caloy
- Anthony Falcon as Obeng
- Dyan Ray Talon as Alex
- Soliman Cruz as Lando
- Ash Nicanor as Pam
- Nestor Abrogena Jr. as Nestor
- Angely Castoverde as Maritess
Reception
The Cinema Evaluation Board (CEB) gave the film a zero rating.[7] After receiving a non-rated ratings, Director Perci Intalan said, he respects the CEB decision but feels that it took a dangerous turn because CEB is created for film industry incentives, not guide the public viewing options, which is the MTRCB responsibility. Baltazar expresses her disappointment with a sick imagination face on her social media account. Ricky Lee is dismayed of CEB grading over the movie.[7]
Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) Chairperson Liza Diño responded to CEB criticisms by saying, there is no such thing as zero rating but only A and B but before a movie is graded, it will go through a pre-qualification procedure. She clarified that during the pre-qualification process, there were nine (9) reviewers and five of them voted for, "no", while the remaining four voted for "yes".[8]
Release date
The film opened nationwide in selected theaters on August 15, 2018.[9]
The movie has been featured in different film festivals over the years including CineFilipino Film Festival, Cinemalaya International Film Festival, Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino, Busan International Film Festival, 5th Trifecta Film Festival.[7][10][11]
In 2025, the movie was re-released in cinemas by Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) via Sine50 Pelikula ng Bayan program from September 17–23, 2025 at Robinsons Galleria, Gateway Cineplex, SM Mall of Asia, and Trinoma Cinemas.[12]
Accolades
| Organization | Year | Nominated Work | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CineFilipino Film Festival | 2018 | Best Picture | Gusto Kita with All my Hypothalamus | Nominated | [13] |
| Best Ensemble | Won | ||||
| Best Director | Dwein Baltazar | Nominated | |||
| Best Actress | Iana Bernardez | Nominated | |||
| Best Actor | Soliman Cruz | Nominated | |||
| Nicco Manalo | Nominated | ||||
| Best Supporting Actor | Nestor Abrogena | Nominated | |||
| Anthony Falcon | Nominated | ||||
| Best Screenplay | Dwein Baltazar | Nominated | |||
| Best Cinematography | Neil Daza | Nominated | |||
| Best Production Design | Maolen Fadul | Won | |||
| Best Musical Score | Myka Magsaysay and Paul Sofia | Won | |||
| Best Sound | Bayan Dumaguina and Axel Fernandez | Nominated | |||
| FAMAS Award | 2019 | Best Film | Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus | Won | [14] |
| Best Director | Dwein Baltazar | Won | |||
| Best Original Screenplay | Won | ||||
| Outstanding Performance of an Actor in a Supporting role | Soliman Cruz | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography | Niel Daza | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Achievement in Editing | Llasa Malsi | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Achievement in Sound | Axel Fernandez | Nominated | |||
| Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (HKAFF) | 2018 | New Talent Award | Dwein Baltazar | Nominated | [6] |
| Gawad Urian Award | 2019 | Best Screenplay | Dwein Baltazar | Nominated | [15] |
| Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards | 2018 | Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus | Network for Promotion of Asian Cinema - NETPAC Award | Won | [6][2] |
| Asian Observatory Film Award | Won | ||||
| Luna Awards (FAP) | 2019 | Best Film | Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus | Nominated | [16][17] |
| Best Director | Dweine Baltazar | Nominated | |||
| Best Actor | Nicco Manalo | Nominated | |||
| Best Cinematography | Niel Daza | Won | |||
| Best Production Design | Maolen Fadul | Won | |||
| Best Sound | Axel Fernandez | Nominated | |||
| PMPC Star Awards for Movies | 2019 | New Movie Actress of the Year | Iana Bernardez | Nominated | [18][19] |
| Osaka Asian Film Festival | 2019 | Best Film | Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus | Nominated | [20] |
References
- ^ "Gusto kita with all my hypothalamus". Filmoon. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ a b "Gusto Kita with All my Hypothalamus". EpicMedia. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ del Valle, Precious (10 May 2018). "Full List: The CineFilipino full-length and short films". Rappler. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ "Gusto Kita With All My Hypothalamus(HKAFF 2018)". Moviemovie. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ Wang, Mel (26 August 2025). "These 6 Filipino Films are Back on the Big Screen for Just P50 Each". Rolling Stone Philippines. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ a b c "Twin victory for provocative PH drama in Taipei". Inquirer. 20 November 2018. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ a b c "Why 'Balangiga,' 'Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus' got zero grade from CEB". Rappler. 16 August 2018. Retrieved 7 January 2026.
- ^ Villano, Alexa (18 August 2018). "Liza Diño clarifies Cinema Evaluation Board's zero grade on 2 movies". Rappler. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ Manio, John Patrick (3 August 2018). "Gusto Kita with All My Hypothalamus: A look into our humanity". TinigngPlaridel. Retrieved 7 January 2026.
- ^ "Don't Miss Gusto Kita with All My Heart at the 5th Trifecta Film Festival". Asia Film Festival. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ "Dwein Baltazar". QCinema International Film Festival. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ Wang, Mel (6 August 2025). "These 6 Filipino Films are Back on the Big Screen for Just P50 Each". Rolling Stones Philippines. Retrieved 7 January 2026.
- ^ "LIST: Winners, CineFilipino Film Festival 2018". CinemaBravo. 12 May 2018. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ "FULL LIST: 2019 FAMAS Awards winners". PhilStar. 29 April 2019. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ Valiente, Tito Genova (May 9, 2019). "Presenting the 42nd Gawad Urian nominees". Business Mirror.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, Luna Awards 2019". RAPPLER. 2019-11-30. Retrieved 2022-05-18.
- ^ Aguilar, Krissy (2019-11-13). "'Signal Rock,' 'Liway' lead 37th Luna Awards nominees". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2022-05-18.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards for Movies 2019". Rappler. 3 June 2019. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ "Kathryn and Sarah G beat veterans actresses at Star Awards". PEP. 3 June 2019. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ "3 PH films to compete in Osaka film fest". Inquirer. 25 February 2019. Retrieved 8 January 2026.