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Girlfriend for Hire is a 2016 romantic comedy movie in the Philippines directed by Vanessa de Leon and starring Yassi Pressman, Andre Paras, and Shy Carlos. It is produced by Viva Films and depicts the story of a young man named Nami, who just got recently dumped by his girlfriend. In an effort to make his ex-girlfriend jealous, Nami hires a pretend girlfriend, Bryle, to accompany him to his ex-girlfriend's wedding. But soon enough, he starts developing real feelings for her.

The film starts with Nami (Andre Paras) getting dumped by his long-term girlfriend, Markie (Donnalyn Bartolome). Heartbroken and in need of a rebound, he finds an online advertisement offering the services of a "girlfriend for hire." He soon meets Bryle (Yassi Pressman), a young lady who comes from a poor and broken family. Desperately in need of extra money to support her ailing mother's hospital expenses, Bryle agrees to become Nami's girlfriend for a day.

At first, the two had a lot of misunderstanding due to the difference of their social and financial status. Nami is from a wealthy family, while Bryle's family is struggling to make ends meet. But, as they spend more time together, they eventually develop a close friendship that soon turned into something more.

Throughout the movie, we see Nami and Bryle going on various dates and hanging out in places in Manila, including scenic landmarks and nightclubs, where they dance and have fun. There are a lot of funny and witty dialogues between the two characters that will surely make the audience laugh.

In the meantime, Nami's ex-girlfriend, Markie, senses the connection between Nami and Bryle, which made her jealous. Markie is desperate to get Nami back, but it's too late as Nami has already fallen for Bryle. There is a lot of tension when they attend Markie's wedding together, and the audience is left wondering if their relationship will last.

The movie has a lot of realistic scenarios that make it relatable to many people. For instance, Bryle's situation is a reflection of the struggles that many Filipinos face daily. Another realistic aspect of the movie is how the rich and wealthy in Manila live, which was portrayed through Nami's character.

The chemistry between Yassi and Andre is evident and adds a romantic feel throughout the movie - from their first encounter to when they eventually fall in love. They both play their roles convincingly and make the audience believe that they are truly in love.

The movie's soundtrack is worth noting, with romantic songs that add to the overall feel of the movie. The cinematography is also impressive, with beautiful shots of Manila's skyline and panoramic views of the city's popular landmarks.

Overall, Girlfriend for Hire is a light-hearted romantic comedy that anyone can enjoy, especially those who are fans of Filipino rom-coms. It showcases the enduring message that true love can come from unlikely situations and people. It's a feel-good movie that leaves you in high spirits for days.

Girlfriend For Hire is a 2016 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 46 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.6.