Home Sic Home

Home Sic Home

Year: 1995

Runtime: 123 mins

Language: Tagalog

Director: Efren Jarlego

RomanceDramaComedy

Berto loves his neighbor Melanie, who despises him after repeated awkward encounters. Both obtain US visas—Melanie to teach abroad, Berto to join his son—while friend Robin also travels. When Berto and Robin rescue Melanie from sexual attackers, her view of him shifts. They pretend to be a couple for immigration checks, drawing them closer as they face threats to Berto’s grandson.

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1

Carpentry troubles provoke neighborly conflict

Berto and his best friend Robin take on small carpentry jobs to make a living. Their work frequently earns the ire of their neighbor Mang Andres and his daughter Melanie, who blame them for the constant injuries suffered by her father. The tension foreshadows a strained relationship that shadows their stay in the neighborhood.

Early days Neighborhood workshop
2

US visa grants and petitions

The US Embassy approves their visa applications for America. Berto receives a petition from his eldest son Ricky, while Melanie's work visa is approved. Robin hopes to track down the uncle he believes lives in a mansion in America.

Before departure US Embassy
3

Boarding the same flight to America

The trio discovers they are on the same flight to the United States. Melanie grows upset when the airline refuses to seat her away from them because of what happened to her father. The mood on departure underscores the awkward bond they share.

Departure day Airport
4

Arrival in San Francisco and separate pickups

Upon landing, the group splits: Ricky picks up Berto and Robin, while Melanie is collected by her cousin Lally. The separation hints at the challenges they'll face adjusting to life in a new country. Their paths will repeatedly intersect in unexpected ways.

Immediately after arrival San Francisco International Airport
5

Early struggles in the US; Robin's loss and Berto's duties

Berto faces the cultural shift of life in America and the loneliness that comes with it. He also steps in to help care for Robin after his uncle dies, since there is no other relative to stay with. The arrangement tightens their bond as they navigate a foreign environment.

Early days in the US San Francisco
6

Rescues lead to caregiving employment

Melanie and the men cross paths when Berto and Robin rescue her from thugs. In gratitude, she helps them secure caregiver jobs at the nursing home where she works with Lally. Their new roles anchor them in American life and set up future dependencies.

Soon after arrival Nursing home
7

An arranged marriage to secure stay

With immigration authorities cracking down on undocumented workers, Berto and Melanie decide to marry so she won’t be deported. They formalize the arrangement to protect her status and keep the family together in America. The personal bond between them grows as a byproduct of legal necessity.

Shortly after job placement San Francisco
8

Homesickness and growing distance

Berto longs for his family back home and begins long-distance calls using Ricky's phone. The calls are frequent and costly, adding to the financial and emotional strain of their new life. He grapples with the cultural distance separating him from his loved ones.

After marriage arrangement San Francisco
9

Vacation in Las Vegas and a family rift

The group takes a vacation to Las Vegas to unwind from the pressures of migration. The break does not fully relieve the tensions, and the trip marks a turning point in how they handle responsibilities and expectations. The altered mood foreshadows deeper family conflicts.

During the Vegas trip Las Vegas
10

Confrontation with Ricky's family

On returning home, Ricky's family confronts Berto about late-night outings and rising phone bills, with Robbie detailing the concerns. Berto concedes the truth about his marriage, his caregiver job, and the long-distance calls he makes for Jun’s son. The confrontation strains family ties and tests forgiveness.

After Vegas Ricky's home
11

Robbie's escape and a perilous rescue

Robbie bolts from the house to avoid the conflict, and Berto follows. He manages to shove Robbie to safety when a car nearly hits them, injuring himself in the process. The perilous moment deepens the family's gratitude and resolve.

Following the confrontation Near their house
12

Hospital forgiveness and plans to return home

In the hospital, Robbie apologizes for his actions and Berto forgives him. The family reassesses their priorities and decides to move forward together. Berto resolves to return home to the Philippines with Melanie and Robin.

After the rescue Hospital
13

Final airport twist: fatherhood revealed

Mang Andres meets Melanie at the airport in the Philippines, thrilled that she is pregnant with Berto's child. When Berto reveals the paternity, Andres faints from the shock. The scene caps the story with a dramatic twist on family ties and future plans.

Final airport scene Philippines airport

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