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MANILA — Filipino actor and television personality Dylan Menor is set to make his international cinematic debut in the upcoming Hollywood romantic comedy “The Last Resort.” Directed by Donald Petrie (How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Miss Congeniality), the film represents a landmark production as the first major American studio feature shot entirely on location in the Philippines.
Production and Strategic Context
The project is a high-profile collaboration involving executive producer Ernesto “Bong” Sta. Maria Jr. and the MVP Group, led by Manuel V. Pangilinan. Operating with a reported budget of $30 million (₱1.7 billion), principal photography concluded in May 2025 following a rigorous five-month schedule.
The production received high-level diplomatic recognition during a 2025 courtesy call at Malacañan Palace. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. characterized the film as a “postcard for the Philippines,” citing its role in showcasing the nation’s diverse topography and technical infrastructure to a global audience.
Cast and Narrative Framework
Based on a screenplay by Karen McCullah (Legally Blonde), the film stars Daisy Ridley as Brooke, a hotel empire heiress scouting resort locations, and Alden Ehrenreich as Ben, a local charter pilot.
Dylan Menor: Portrays the son of a prominent real estate developer. During a media engagement on March 14, 2026, Menor confirmed his role features a musical sequence filmed on a yacht.
Supporting Ensemble: The cast includes Academy Award nominee Sam Neill, Filipino-American actress Tia Carrere, and veteran Filipino performers Mylene Dizon, Tetchie Agbayani, and Tonton Gutierrez.
Technical Credits and Career Expansion
The film’s visual narrative was captured by Academy Award-winning cinematographer Russell Carpenter (Titanic, Avatar: The Way of Water). Locations spanned several key provinces, including Palawan (El Nido), Cebu, Bataan, and the urban center of Bonifacio Global City.
The Hollywood debut aligns with Menor’s professional momentum in early 2026. He currently leads the mystery-thriller series “Project Loki,” an adaptation of the Wattpad novel directed by Xian Lim, which premiered on February 21, 2026. Menor also continues his work as a video jockey (VJ) for the OPM program Vibe PH and as a recording artist under Universal Records.
Post-Production and Distribution
“The Last Resort” is currently in the final stages of post-production. While an exact theatrical date has not been formally released, industry projections and recent cast statements indicate a target release window within 2026.