Dear Karl

Dear Karl is a tender, three-minute Filipino short film that serves as a poetic epilogue to the beloved series *Gaya sa Pelikula* (Like in the Movies). Through a deeply personal letter read by Karl (Ian Pangilinan) to his partner Vlad (Paolo Pangilinan), the story captures the quiet, intimate moments of their relationship—shared laughter, stolen glances, and the weight of saying goodbye. Directed by JP Habac and written by Juan Miguel Severo, this micro-drama distills the essence of first love and the bittersweet beauty of letting go. Shot in a single, unbroken take with a haunting soundtrack, it’s a masterclass in emotional storytelling that will leave you breathless—even if you haven’t seen the original series, though watching it first enriches the experience. A must-watch for anyone who believes that the most powerful stories can be told in just three minutes.