Home Sic Home (1995): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1995, Home Sic Home is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Efren Jarlego, running about 123 minutes.

What it’s about. Berto is secretly in love with his neighbor Melanie, who hates him because of her constant unpleasant encounters with him. One day, Berto’s son’s petition to send him in the US has been approved, while Melanie also gets a visa to the US and plans to work as a teacher abroad. Meanwhile, Berto’s friend Robin also wins a ticket to fly abroad, so Berto and Robin fly together. Melanie always hates the times she bumps with Berto, who is intentionally snooping her. But on a particular day, Berto and Robin saves Melanie from the hands of sexual abusers who try to make a move on her. Melanie begins to appreciate Berto in a different light. The two became closer to each other when they were pressed in a situation that would send Melanie home, and would risk the life of Berto’s grandson. Melanie and Berto pretend as couple and the US immigration’s constant checking makes them stay closer than ever.

Who’s in it. Home Sic Home stars Dolphy as Berto, Dina Bonnevie as Melanie, Babalu as Robin and Eric Quizon as Jun, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Home Sic Home has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Home Sic Home page.

If you liked it. Fans of Home Sic Home tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.