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On-the-Set LOOK: Hugot—a moral fight between right and immediate need (with basketball as backdrop)

06.28.23
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Life’s circumstances and financial struggles hinder Cocoy (Benz Sangalang) from pursuing his dream of becoming a professional basketball player. He then takes a different path where he could earn more money in faster and easier way—he traded basketball and hoops with drugs and gambling, the life of crime is now his new ball game, and the world of illegal dealings is now his playing court.

To survive our everyday lives, what becomes our strength and motivation? Is it our dreams? Is it our love for our family? Or is it both? And if you are to give up one to prioritize the other, what will you choose?

This June, Vivamax premieres a movie that will make us choose between what is right and what is easy.

A rising basketball star puts his dreams on hold and looks for other lucrative options to provide for his family.

Cocoy (Benz Sangalang) is a charming young man in his early 20s. Like many others his age, he lives an active lifestyle and plays basketball. He is well known in his town for being an ace player in this game, and everyone knows his potential and that he can make a better future out of it.

But life’s circumstances and financial struggles hinder Cocoy from pursuing his dream. He then takes a different path where he could earn more money in faster and easier way. He traded basketball and hoops with drugs and gambling, the life of crime is now his new ball game, and the world of illegal dealings is now his playing court.

Can Cocoy still get back on track and take the right path to success, or will he forever be tied to his new life? Will he go to what his heart wants? Or will he prioritize the comfort of his family?

Hugot is a film by Vivamax director Daniel Palacio, starring Azi Acosta and Benz Sangalang. Nineties' matinee idols Mark Anthony Fernandez and Joko Diaz are also a part of the film and portray vital roles as major influences in Cocoy’s life. Also starring are Stephanie Raz, Jiad Arroyo, Apple Castro, Julio Diaz, Mickey Ferriols, and Isadora.

Will Cocoy finally choose himself? Or will he continue to sacrifice for his loved ones? Stream Hugot exclusively on Vivamax starting this Friday, June 30, 2023.

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