Frontier(s)
Read Time: 3 minutesNew French Extremity needs a revival. Unfortunately, at this day and age, with all these sensitivity going about. I doubt we will ever see a movie of this caliber.
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Honest review of films and games
Andrew Koa
May the Devil Take You
Read Time: 3 minutesMeh, its a good horror flick to watch but not something I'd make time for. Its an Indonesian re-imagining of Evil Dead coupled with the usual character tropes making annoying decisions leading to annoying results.
The Medium
Read Time: 3 minutesThe Medium begins as a captivating yet slow-burning thriller that eventually transitions into recycled scares and an incredibly underwhelming finish. If you've watched horror films centred around spiritual possession, then you have a good idea of what to expect.
Ratatouille
Read Time: 4 minutesRatatouille is highly recommended for families, and a fun watch for the chefs out there, professional or home cook. Regardless of your level of knowledge, always remember, Anyone Can Cook.
In the Mouth of Madness
Read Time: 3 minutesThe first horror film of Sam Neill I've had the pleasure of watching was "Event Horizon", though I felt his performance was weak there up until the part when things get crazy. On the other hand, In the Mouth of Madness, he went from insurance investigator, to a cult non-believer, to being insane, and to straight up being mad; he made me a fan of his in the horror genre.
MadS
Read Time: 4 minutesMadS was an experience, it felt like a found-footage film yet its not a POV kind, we get to see everything from one camera angle, and everytime they shift to another character, we get to see and feel their experience. MadS was very immersive in a sense that it keeps you on the edge and the realism was there. Great film and highly recommended.
Dark Harvest
Read Time: 3 minutesThe ending was good, but I would've preferred to see it happen, they went with the "use your imagination" route, not sure if it was as intended or to cut budget. It felt like Purge meets Pumpkinhead kind of a film. Dark Harvest is a good pre-Halloween horror flick to watch, a bit gory, so maybe not with the kids.
Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor
Read Time: 3 minutesThe first Hell House LLC was the best among the franchise, when they released the 2nd and 3rd installment, it slowly dwindled down to a bad b-horror at best. Hell House LLC Origins as a prequel installment revived it from the ashes and the success of this one made me look forward to "Hell House: Lineage" more, and I can't wait!
Umma
Read Time: 3 minutesIt was honestly a good watch, not at all scary though, its borderline horror, more on psychological thriller if you ask me. Oh carried this film and is its one redeeming factor; and the only reason why I gave it a watch to begin with.
Straw
Read Time: 3 minutesWhile Henson successfully delivered an emotionally heavy performance, the rest of the movie's elements were kind of a let down, safe to say that Henson carried this movie. Its a good movie to watch but not for those who are sensitive about topics involving children.
Audition
Read Time: 3 minutesAudition has probably one with the least gore scenes, but the way they showed it, the detail and how they shot it, I felt every single one of it going through my skin. It made my skin crawl. One of the most effective horror films, definitely in my top ten.
Mallari
Read Time: 4 minutesI don't usually like Filipino made movies, but after watching this, it gives me hope and am willing to explore more of what Filipino movies has to offer, specially in terms of the horror genre. This is a well made movie, a bit long in my opinion, and I think if they excluded the Manananggal twist, it probably would've received better reception.
Curve
Read Time: 3 minutesIt's a nice horror/thriller to watch with a friend or something to have in the background while doing some chores. Everything was predictable and somewhat silly at times. Nothing notable, pretty basic horror/thriller.
In A Violent Nature
Read Time: 3 minutesIf you want to watch a modern slasher film paired up with a walking simulator, and you don't like anxiety inducing music, this is for you. I honestly hope you enjoy it as much as I would've wanted to.one-time watch. Don't worry, it's not as preachy as it sounds and didn't feel like a Christian propaganda movie either.
The Old Guard 2
Read Time: 4 minutesWhile the first installment was good, this second one was hard to watch. Usually, online ratings (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes) aren't to be trusted, but on this however, it was right on the money. I wouldn't be surprised if this would be the last we'd see of the The Old Guard.
Sinners
Read Time: 3 minutesSinners had some good and awesome moments, specifically those scenes involving dance and music. Unfortunately it failed in the storytelling department. There were too many elements mashed up together that ultimately lead to obvious plot holes. The casting of MBJ played a big part in the movie's marketing and reception, and I don't think Sinners will get this much attention if they had a different actor for the role.
Celebrating Filipino Creativity Through Magic: The Gathering
Read Time: 4 minutesIn celebrating the contributions of these exceptional Filipino artists, this deck becomes more than just a collection of card, it stands as a testament to the rich artistic heritage and global influence of Filipino creativity within the Magic: The Gathering universe.
Nosferatu
Read Time: 4 minutesNosferatu is one of the best iterations of Dracula I've seen for quite a while. The director, cinematographer and composer worked perfectly together to deliver this gothic style of filming. The design of Orlok also stands out and feels like a breathe of fresh air, Bill Skarsgard executed his part perfectly. Definitely on my top 10 for 2024 horror films. Reminds me a bit of Mike Flanagan's Midnight Mass (2021) having the same atmospheric gothic experience.
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
Read Time: 4 minutesAfter the Bayverse (the first 3 which I loved), fast forward to Transformers One, Bumblebee 2017, and Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. These are what I think are the best Transformers films, and am hoping they'd continue with their current formula or even become better in the future. Terrific voice actors, amazing CGI, and pure family fun, action packed, robot movie.
Wounds
Read Time: 3 minutesWounds got me interested the first and second act, it was actually a fun watch. I would've liked it more though if they invested more on the lore and not what it could do to people.