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I Am Here 2018

90 min📅 2018-08-08

Roderick Lindayag's *I Am Here (2018)* is a poignant blend of romance and science fiction set against the nostalgic backdrop of 1970s Quezon City.

Director: Roderick Lindayag

Cast

Michelle Vito
Michelle Vito
Nelia (young)
Jon Lucas
Jon Lucas
Delfin (Young)
Akihiro Blanco
Victor
Boots Anson-Roa
Boots Anson-Roa
Nelia
Freddie Webb
Freddie Webb
Delfin
Rey "PJ" Abellana
Rey "PJ" Abellana
DJ Durano
DJ Durano
Garie Concepcion
Sally
Senpai Kazu
Roadfill
himself

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Am Here (2018) about?

Nelia spends decades waiting for Delfin, her lost love from the 1970s, outside a store in Timog. As she revisits their fleeting romance, she questions whether his love can transcend time—or if she'll ever find the strength to move on.

Who directed I Am Here?

Roderick Lindayag directed this heartfelt blend of romance and speculative fiction, infusing the film with nostalgic charm and emotional weight.

Who stars in I Am Here?

The film stars Michelle Vito as Nelia, with Jon Lucas, Akihiro Blanco, Boots Anson-Roa, and Freddie Webb rounding out the principal cast.

Is I Am Here (2018) worth watching?

With its dreamy visuals and poignant themes, *I Am Here* is a standout for fans of romantic dramas and bittersweet nostalgia. While its sci-fi elements are subtle, the emotional core shines, making it a compelling watch for those who appreciate tender storytelling.

How long is I Am Here?

The film runs for 90 minutes.

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About I Am Here (2018) — A Time-Bending Love Story in Quezon City

Roderick Lindayag's *I Am Here (2018)* is a poignant blend of romance and science fiction set against the nostalgic backdrop of 1970s Quezon City. The film follows Nelia, a woman who waits daily outside a Timog store, clinging to the memory of Delfin, her lost love from decades ago. As she reflects on their tender, fleeting romance—captured in the bittersweet melody of *Dito Lang Ako*—Nelia's story becomes a moving meditation on love's endurance and the heart's struggle to accept closure. With its dreamy cinematography and emotional depth, the movie explores themes of time, memory, and the delicate balance between holding on and letting go.

Michelle Vito shines as Nelia, supported by Jon Lucas and Akihiro Blanco in a cast that breathes life into this timeless tale. Lindayag crafts a visually rich narrative that reveres both the past and the present, making *I Am Here* more than a romance—it's a hauntingly beautiful ode to those who wait, even when hope fades.