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Film Review: Mikhail Red makes Heaven Peralejo a chilling facal point in his masterful horror ‘Lilim’
By JE CC
Lilim stands out in Filipino horror for its bold fusion of gothic grandeur and psychological depth, and a lean into creature-driven scares.
Bringing a harrowing real-life story to the big screen, ‘In Thy Name’ recounts the tragic yet inspiring life of Father…
Movie Review: ‘The Caretakers’—A haunting tale of motherhood, loss, and the supernatural
By LionhearTV
Horror films often rely on cheap jump scares and eerie background scores to elicit fear, but ‘The Caretakers’, directed by…
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ successfully establishes Sam Wilson as a compelling and deserving successor to Steve Rogers
By LionhearTV
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ marks a significant turning point in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), offering an action-packed, politically…
Movie Review: ‘The Room Next Door’, a thought-provoking but emotionally distant take on death
By LionhearTV
Spanish auteur Pedro Almodóvar ventures into English-language cinema for the first time with ‘The Room Next Door’, a contemplative drama…
Movie Review: ‘Buffalo Kids’, a heartfelt adventure of friendship, inclusion, and resilience
By LionhearTV
In a time when animated films often aim for spectacle over substance, ‘Buffalo Kids’ offers a refreshing balance of heartfelt…
Sean Baker’s ‘Anora’ is a bold, emotionally charged, and visually captivating exploration of love, survival, and identity. At first glance,…
Movie Review: ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ – A High-Speed Adventure That Delivers Action, Heart, and Nostalgia
By LionhearTV
The blue blur is back and faster than ever in ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’, a film that surpasses expectations with…
Director Marius Talampas, known for the hit ‘Ang Pangarap Kong Holdap’, collaborates with the late Sherwin Buenvenida to deliver ‘Sampung…
Mel Gibson’s ‘Flight Risk’ sets out to be a tense, high-stakes thriller, confining its characters to the claustrophobic interior of…
One of the standout entries of the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), ‘And The Breadwinner Is…’ explores the trials…
‘Topakk’, Richard Somes’ unrelenting action thriller, emerges as a visceral, nerve-shredding entry in the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival. ‘Topakk’…
‘Isang Himala’ seamlessly brings the critically acclaimed stage production ‘Himala: Isang Musikal’ to the big screen, transforming the intimate power…
Movie Review: ‘Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital,’ a chilling found-footage horror experience
By LionhearTV
‘Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital’ stands out as one of the more compelling found-footage horror films in recent local cinema.…
REVIEW: ‘Gladiator II’ has undeniably reignited discussions about the magic and pitfalls of crafting a sequel to a beloved classic
By LionhearTV
‘Gladiator II’ delivers an unforgettable cinematic experience that masterfully captures the essence of its iconic predecessor while charting its own…
REVIEW: ‘Moana 2,’ a visually stunning sequel with emotional depth but missing musical magic
By LionhearTV
Disney’s ‘Moana 2’ takes audiences back to the dazzling world of the Pacific, delivering breathtaking animation and a heartfelt story…