Recent content by Rox

saw the trailer three times already and I still get chills. Growing up my lola used to tell me about batibat sitting on people while they sleep and I never thought I would see that on a big animation screen made by DreamWorks. The way they mixed Manananggal into a real plot instead of just a...

I was surprised by how many nominations The Pitt got. It really feels like the Academy couldn't stop checking that show off in every category. I still think some great shows probably missed out, but that's normal every year. I'm also happy to see animation and music getting some attention...

Finally a movie that puts Filipino creatures on screen properly. Tikbalang hiding in the jungle? Yes please. The two girls starting as normal high school grads and then falling into this world feels fresh. I like that it’s not just action, there’s real heart about friendship. Animation style...

I think the emotional side of the story might be more important than the action. The love triangle between Mike, Nick, and Alice can give the film more depth if it is handled carefully. If not, it might feel like just another action comedy with no real impact. I have seen Eiza González in action...

I like stories like this because it mixes music and mystery in a simple way. The idea of a pianist losing his career because of injury feels real to me. Many people lose their path like that. Then he meets someone who changes his life again, and I think that part is very meaningful. The girl...

Okay I’m not gonna lie, I still haven’t seen Dune 2 but this trailer makes me want to watch it tonight. Paul married the girl, became the big boss, and 17 years later everything is falling apart again? That’s actually sad. He tried to end the violence but clearly failed. The trailer shows lots...

Seo Ji-Woo is hard to like, but I think that is the point. She talks rough because she is under pressure all the time. I liked that she was not written as sweet or polite. The drama shows how unfair society can be to women in scandals. It was uncomfortable, but believable.

A giant evil Buddha statue that unleashes chaos? It’s a unique twist on horror that combines the supernatural with deep emotional trauma. The fact that the statue causes people to lose their humanity and descend into madness adds an interesting layer of psychological horror. I can’t help but...

For me, Spring of Youth will be special. I love music dramas, and the fact that the main character was expelled from his K-pop group gives a realistic touch to the struggles of the idol world. Music becomes a healing force here, and I like that message.

It is refreshing to hear about a zombie film that focuses on family love and hope rather than fear and violence. The combination of dance and the undead is unusual but creative. It gives the story a unique flavor and shows how passion can survive even in hard times. The fact that the film is...

One thing I really appreciated was how they used music to represent Seo-ri’s emotional state. When she tried to play the violin again, she struggled. That was realistic. Music is not just talent—it’s memory, muscle, and heart. Thirteen years is a long time to lose that. Also, I liked how the...

I live between both worlds. I understand how harsh Korean judgment can be, especially when it comes to celebrities. Ji Soo was erased because he didn’t fit the image anymore. I get that. But in the Philippines, people believe more in change and forgiveness. “Mujigae” worked because it focused on...

So we’re supposed to believe that a mentally disabled ex-prosecutor, a broke part-timer, an ex-con dad, and his shady friend suddenly become master thieves? Sure, why not. I get that it’s a comedy, but this one pushed it too far. The jokes didn’t land for me, and the characters seemed to act...

Oh, 'Lovers in Paris' was absolutely huge in the Philippines! It was a phenomenon. I vividly remember how everyone at school would be buzzing about what happened in the latest episode. The dubbing was a big part of it, of course. And yes, they changed Gang Tae-Young's name to Vivian, which makes...

I prefer the Filipino singer because The actress can sing the best and some of the songs are English too.I watched the Filipino version, and I thought it was heartwarming and relatable. Sarah Geronimo did a fantastic job as the young version of Miss Granny. Her charisma really shined...