Next to You (Spanish: A tu lado) is a 2018 Peruvian romantic comedy film directed by Martin Casapía Casanova and written by Samuel del Amor. Starring Alessandra Fuller and Andrés Vílchez. It premiered on March 1, 2018 in Peruvian theaters.
Synopsis
Paz, a young girl, immersed in her sadness, is invited to Punta Cana by her uncle Martín, who is a manager at one of the most prestigious hotels in the area, there she will meet Edú who works as a lifeguard at the hotel, this love story will take both characters on a hectic but fun journey.
Cast
The actors participating in this film are:
Alessandra Fuller as Paz
Andrés Vílchez as Edú
Jalsen Santana as Wilfredo
Fausto Mata as Martín
Joaquín Escobar as Percy
Guillermo Castañeda
Leslie Shaw
Joaquín Escobar
Cristian Rivero
Production
Script
The idea for Next to You was conceived during a trip made by the director to Spain to promote Maligno. In brainstorming, the story was constructed as a drama film, but through film assistance it came to be conceived as a romantic comedy.
Filming
Principal photography lasted 5 weeks in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
Reception
Next to You was seen by 226,360 viewers throughout its run in Peruvian theaters, becoming the tenth highest-grossing national film of 2018.