Alex lives in an impoverished
area of informal settlers and works as a low-rent gun-for-hire. Upon finding
out that he is to have a baby with his girlfriend, he makes a choice of doing
one last hit before he leaves the life of crime for good.
A strange, fun and different kind of social commentary film that is faihtful to its form style and genre.
My Verdict: 3/5
Sari is the perfect stage wife to his method actor
husband, until he gets the role of a lifetime and threatens to kill her
‘character.’
Good concept, unique plot and hilarious comedy.
My Verdict: 3.5/5
In a Barrio Fiesta, Claudia
bought an image of a saint named San Vargas, the patron of true faith, as an
addition to her collection of religious images. Few days after, she notices
that the image has blood. She thinks it's a miracle. Then, a series of death
occured in their parish/community as Claudia starts to change from being gentle
to mysterious. Her "faith" leads her darkness.
My Verdict: 3/5
Andres,
a depressive motivational speaker and self-help author in his early
40’s flies to Korea for a book signing. Worn out from his usual
routine, pressured to make it to the
deadline of his next book, burdened by an event in his past, Andres
sinks deeper and deeper into his melancholia and disillusionment.
A unique subtle love story with interesting premise and nice visuals.
The stillness of film speaks so much for the story. The Incheon Airport
that sets the mood and medium of the film was properly utilized.
My Verdict: 4/5
An absolutist soldier who lost
an eye in battle opens a new "eye" that makes him see his fallen
brothers and accomplish their life missions.
My Verdict: 3.5/5
Excuse Me Po is the story of Hilda, a 65 year old who makes a living out of begging inside and outside of the mall.
My Verdict: 3.5/5
Pagkat hindi naman daw puso
talaga ang nagdidikta kundi ang ating Hypothalamus, isang maliit na bahagi ng
utak na siyang kumikilala sa pag-ibig, maging sa gutom, uhaw, pagnanais.
Marahil ‘sing liit ng Avenida sa pusod ng Maynila, kung sa’n nagsasanga-sanga
ang landas nina Caloy (27), trabahador sa ukayan, Lando (60’s), may-ari ng
isang repair shop. Alex (19), estudyante at ni Obeng (40’s) isang magnanakaw.
With its convincing production design, cinematography that capture
the dirt and beauty of Manila and superb cast that justify their character well,
Gusto Kita with All My Hyphotalamus is truly a love letter to Manila.
My Verdict: 4/5
Delia, 76, just found out she is
dying. Her husband, Sammy, 81 relies on her to take care of him as they’ve
never had children. Sammy has diabetes, gout, and showing signs of Alzheimer's.
Both have never been good people their whole lives. Delia was the stuck-up
ex-movie star, and Sammy was a hard ex-military man. With Sammy having severed
his ties with his remaining family long ago, the now old, frail and dying Delia
has to track them down. Using their trusty old Mercedes Benz, the two will
travel far and out in the hopes to find forgiveness and acceptance during their
last days.
A bittersweet old age film that is pleasant to watch and well told.
My Verdict: 4/5
Short Films
An aging Caucasian man chats with his young Filipina lover only to witness the harsh social ills and injustices around the life of the young Filipina.
My Verdict: 4/5
A family of Lumad keeps their eldest daughter's aspirations by immortalizing her into a myth, blurring the line between reality and folklore.
My Verdict: 3/5
Luisa, a 70 year old woman is introduced to the internet by her friend, Guada and explores an online dating site to relieve her loneliness.
My Verdict: 4/5
Gab wants to introduce her best friend Mari to Boyet. The thing is only Gab can see Boyet.
My Verdict: 4/5
.Raw
While in the middle of prenuptial shoot. An engaged couple struggles to project their ideal image, which leads them to re-examine their own intentions
My Verdict: 3.5/5
A group of friends gather around a TV set to watch the creepy late night Halloween Special of "Gabi ng Kababalaghan"
My Verdict: 4/5
Drunken customers of a small bar end up fighting over a song in the karaoke machine.
My Verdict: 3/5
After a boa accident, a young girl gets stranded in a remote island and meets an old mysterious creature as she searches for her father
My Verdict: 3/5
A
former hired killer confesses all his crimes, so that an unknown politician may use his confession for political leverage
My Verdict: 3.5/5
Three young brothers needing cash take a job in the gold mines of Mt. Diwalwal not realizing that death awaits them
My Verdict: 4/5
Student Short Films
Santa Nena, a patron saint statue that springs to life every night, suddenly falls in love with a teenager even though God forbids her.
My Verdict: 4/5
As the Philippines welcomes its 100th millionth baby. Jun-jun undergoes circumcision.
My Verdict: 3.5/5
Ren, a gay college student, half-heartedly lets go of his activist suitor Lenny, believing that his rebel partner is still alive despite rumors that their group has been ambushed
My Verdict: 3.5/5
Philippines, 2023. On his way home to celebrate his daughter's birthday. Jocy, a security guard encounters strange experiences similar to what he encountered in his recent nightmare.
My Verdict: 3/5
An outcast college student strikes an unlikely friendship with a street-smart cigarette vendor with a shared passion for poetry
My Verdict: 3.5/5
A T'boli tribe dancer experiences a tragic turn of events in her pursuit of a good life for her family
My Verdict: 3/5
After the Tubong, a welcome ceremony performed in Marinduque, 10 year old Pablo tries to pursue his long time crush whom he hasn't seen in a long time
My Verdict: 3/5
My Ranking
Full Length
1. The Eternity Between Seconds
2. Gusto Kita With All My Hyphotalamus
3. Delia and Sammy
4. Excuse Me Po
5. Mga Mister Ni Rosario
6. Mata Tapang
7. Hitboy
8. Poon
Short Films
1. Boyet Loves You
2. Siyudad Sa Bulawan
3. Luisa and Guada
4. Gabi ng Kababalaghan
5. Palabas
6. Ate, Kuya, Gusto Kong Kape
7. .Raw
8. Lasingtunado
9. Aponibolinayen at ang mga batang lumilipad
10. Duyan ng Alon
Student Short Films
1. Santa Nena
2. Mark and Lenny
3. Tugma
4. Binata Na
5. Happy Birthday, Mylene, 2023 Ka Na
6. Rufyla
7. Amusin Pa
Best Male Performances
Nico Antonio - Delia and Sammy
Aaron Villaflor - Mata Tapang
Adrian Cabido - Hitboy
Nicco Manalo - Gusto Kita With All My Hyphotalamus
TJ Trinidad - The Eternity Between Seconds
Jaime Fabregas - Delia and Sammy
Joross Gamboa - Mga Mister Ni Rosario
Best Female Performances
Elizabeth Oropesa - Excuse Me Po
Rosemarie Gil - Delia and Sammy
Iana Bernardez - Gusto Kita With All My Hyphotalamus
Kate Alejandrino - Mga Mister Ni Rosario
Chanel Latorre - Excuse Me Po
Best Sound: The Eternity Between Seconds
Best Music: The Eternity Between Seconds
Best Editing: The Eternity Between Seconds
Best Production Design: Gusto Kita With All My Hyphotalamus
Best Cinematography: Gusto Kita With All My Hyphotalamus
Best Screenplay: Excuse Me Po
Best Director: Alec Figuracion - The Eternity Between Seconds
Best Picture: The Eternity Between Seconds
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