Caregiver is a 2008 Filipino medical-drama film. The film stars Filipina actress Sharon Cuneta portraying the role of Sarah, a mother who left her son in the Philippines and also a teacher who relinquished her profession in lieu of care giving in London, in hopes of augmenting her salary. Chito S. Roño directed the film and Chris Martinez wrote its screenplay.
It is one of the top-grossing Filipino movies of the year. The film also receives mostly positive reviews from critics.
Production
The film is based on real-life stories of Filipino caregivers abroad. Director Roño searched for stories of their lives abroad and personally talked to some who shared their experiences. Roño has friends who work as caregivers; their real-life scenarios were directly depicted in the film.
Eighty percent of the film was shot in Littlehampton, West Sussex in three straight weeks. Shots in Littlehampton include the snow scene, upon many others. The cast includes British actors namely; Saul Reichlin, Matthew Rutherford, and Claire Jeater.
