Wish That You Were Here

Ilyse and Ella's love for each other endures despite the distance between them -- but are text messages and shared memories enough to sustain them through an uncertain future? Set in the backdrop of a rural and urban Philippines, Wish That You Were Here is a love letter to those in the closet.

Cast

Catch Espinosa

as Ilyse Santiago

Angelique Frades

as Ella Marasigan

Chrissy Abadicio

as Danni Marasigan

Cynthia Angeles

as Catherine Santiago

Carla Zarcal

as Rose Marasigan

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