All About Love Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for All About Love.
All About Love Ending Explained: Kikay and Kiko grew up together in the province and built a strong friendship. Directed by Don Cuaresma, this 2006 romance film stars John Lloyd Cruz (Eric), alongside Bea Alonzo as Isa, Anne Curtis as Badong, Luis Manzano as Wesley. With a 6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of All About Love?
Kikay and Kiko grew up together in the province and built a strong friendship. But Kikay has to leave her best friend to live and study in Manila. She tries to fit in her new environment in the city but she ends up being abused by the people she thought as her new friends. Kikay returns to the province with a wounded self-esteem. There, she realizes how much Kiko loves her. Feeling unworthy of his love, Kikay drives Kiko away. But will she ever find the courage to come face to face with her own problems and admit her love for him?
Don Cuaresma's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on John Lloyd Cruz (Eric)'s journey. But Kikay has to leave her best friend to live and study in Manila.
How Does John Lloyd Cruz (Eric)'s Story End?
- John Lloyd Cruz: John Lloyd Cruz's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Bea Alonzo (Isa): Bea Alonzo's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Anne Curtis (Badong): Anne Curtis's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of All About Love Mean?
All About Love's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving John Lloyd Cruz may feel rushed. Don Cuaresma's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.