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WHERE MOVIES, TV, AND ALL THINGS GEEK COLLIDE
Mar 64 min read
A Glimpse of Forever - Movie Review
In this day and age, technology has become so inextricably linked with the day to day lives of Filipinos. From being used to connect with...
Jan 233 min read
Itutumba Ka Ng Tatay Ko - Movie Review
A loving homage to all of the glorious action romps of yesteryear, almost like a Scary Movie-esque celebration.
Jan 193 min read
Roadtrip - Movie Review
Viva’s newest offering is somewhat an autobiographical take on the foursome’s friendship, but is it worth the “trip” to your local cinema?
Jan 193 min read
Kampon - Movie Review
"Kampon, woefully, is one of the Davids in this skirmish of Goliaths."
Jan 142 min read
My Zombabe - Movie Review
A smartly funny and heartfelt film that makes for a wonderful first offering from Viva Films and our local film industry in general for 2024
Jan 33 min read
When I Met You In Tokyo - Movie Review
Even after making more than 25 films together, Vilma Santos and Christopher De Leon still bring the “kilig” factor
Jan 22 min read
Family of Two - Movie Review
A showcase in acting featuring phenomenal performances by Sharon Cuneta and Alden Richards as a mother and son.
Jan 1, 20244 min read
Mallari - Movie Review
Though well-made and well-acted (including a stellar turn from JC Santos), a head-scratching script can't quite save Mallari
Dec 31, 20233 min read
GomBurZa - Movie Review
A rousing historical masterpiece from director Pepe Diokno (co-written with Rodolfo C. Vera) that asks important questions.
Dec 31, 20232 min read
Becky & Badette - Movie Review
A triumphant instant comedy classic that blends crowd-pleasing meta-humor about Philippine Cinema with a razor-sharp script
Dec 30, 20233 min read
Firefly - Movie Review
An achingly beautiful film told with a mesmerizing canvas to tell a tale of innocence as it goes through intense personal upheaval
Dec 30, 20233 min read
Rewind - Movie Review
Fantastic acting turns from Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera and Pepe Herrera can't elevate this film from being just a facsimile
Oct 22, 20231 min read
FIRST LOOK: Penduko drops trailer
"Witness the birth of a Filipino superhero in the action-packed trailer of 'Penduko' - prepare to be blown away!"
Oct 19, 20233 min read
In My Mother’s Skin review - A Nightmarish Fairy Tale of Resilience
"A slow-burning fever dream of Filipino Gothic, ripping imagery straight out of nightmares"
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