Digger (2026) Directed by: Alejandro G. Iñárritu Ever since I was a kid, it’s been in my blood to watch TV shows for entertainment. As I got older, I fell in love with cinema as a form of escape. When I started working, I became drawn to theater and the immersive experience it offers. My watching habits are mostly driven by selfish reasons. I pay for the ticket, so naturally, I want something in return. This film ticks all the boxes — giving me entertainment, escape, and expe

Verity (2026) Directed by: Michael Showalter It is surprising to watch a film centered on a woman being consistently painted as a villain. It makes you think about why such material is written in the first place — whether as an expression of suppressed emotions or simply as a story meant to elicit reactions. Either way, it makes you question humanity. It makes you question Verity. Because you’re curious about why Verity is portrayed that way, you’re eager to listen. Most of

Forgotten Island (2026) Directed by: Joel Crawford & Januel Mercado The narration is full of life, instantly fueling the imagination. The film is filled with recognizable elements and Easter eggs rooted in the Philippines. It speaks of Filipino pride through and through. Singing karaoke like it’s the grand finals. The ever-present lechon stealing the spotlight as the star of the night. The celebrant nowhere to be seen at her own party. And many more moments that scream Filipi

Resident Evil (2026) Directed by: Zach Cregger The story is easy to follow, even if the flow is fast-paced. The shifts between first-person and third-person perspectives are handled smoothly. The title card comes in at just the right time, getting you ready that the game is about to start. Different varieties of monsters are being featured, which is great, but the way the main character interacts with them is underwhelming. He mostly just looks at them, then runs away. If e

Hope (2026) Directed by: Na Hong-jin Total duration of 2 hours and 36 minutes is unnecessary. Most parts are stretched for too long. Even though they already established early on the situation, they keep on repeating scenes like it never happened. The overall appearance of the creature is deliberately being hidden on the first part — just to drag out the mystery. Once it’s finally revealed, it’s not even worth the wait. The creature looks fake. Seeing them on IMAX makes it

Insidious: Out of the Further (2026) Written & Directed by: Jacob Chase In its 6th installment, 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 is still reliant on the tricks and tropes already done in the first and second films. Most of the time, you already know what kind of jumpscare will happen. The film seldom explores refreshing ways to maximize its theme. Some scenes are also reminiscent of 𝘉𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮𝘴, 𝘓𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘖𝘶𝘵, and 𝘚𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘦. The entities have so much potential. Seeing them

The End of Oak Street (2026) Written & Directed by: David Robert Mitchell When special things seem like they’re about to end, you cling to whatever hope you have to make them last longer. No matter how surreal it may be, you wish for it to be real. The film feels very personal to the writer-director, showing the things he values in life. Amid the presence of predators, there’s still a pinch of love. Despite the life-threatening danger, there are heartbreaking moments. The m

Dear You (2026) Directed by: Lan Hongchun Words written on a piece of paper may seem light, but in this film, they carry immense weight. They have the power to keep relationships alive and bridge distance between people. Every word feels written with a stroke of love. There are a lot of things happening at first. With so many timelines, characters, and themes, you’re unsure where to focus. Slowly, all these elements become part of a world you’ve grown invested in. Timeli

Blue Lock (2026) Directed by: Yusuke Taki Let’s start by saying that the narration is super extra and the music is always prevalent. The characters are too performative with whatever they’re doing. Nothing is normal and sober in this film. Everything is pumped up. Once you embrace this ethereal situation, the rest becomes history. It’s the kind of film you’ll carry with you for a very long time because it sets a standard for how sports should be visualized. Full of life. Al

Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) Directed by: Destin Daniel Cretton Stripped of the fun that the previous installments usually offered, this new film becomes more of a drama. The fight scenes never quite deliver the wow factor. The pacing is slow. It gets stuck in the past for too long before moving the story forward. Rather than feeling like a film, it plays out like an overly long episode of a personality improvement test. Much of the time is devoted to conversations and

The Odyssey (2026) Written & Directed by: Christopher Nolan The Odyssey (2026) Written & Directed by: Christopher Nolan The bulk of this film plays more like a series of fragmented episodes featuring different sets of characters. Transitions between scenes lack fluidity. Certain moments resemble teaser trailers, relying on grand musical scoring to suggest something monumental is about to happen. Yet those payoffs are repeatedly postponed until the finale, leaving much of t

Evil Dead Burn (2026) Directed by: Sébastien Vaniček This horror film is beautiful mainly because of its story, which is deeply tied to its gore-filled theme. Violence, when used the right way, can be a powerful weapon for survival. Bloodbaths, when driven by the right motive, can end up being inspirational. The main character’s pain isn’t immediately felt. It takes repeated reminders before the truth finally sinks in. Acknowledging something so difficult requires courage.

Moana (2026) Directed by: Thomas Kail 𝘔𝘰𝘢𝘯𝘢 serves as a prime example of why not every animated film needs a live-action version. Even with the ocean as its backdrop, the experience feels draining. 𝘔𝘰𝘢𝘯𝘢 already loses much of its magic and charm. Just as 𝘔𝘰𝘢𝘯𝘢 2 felt unnecessary, this remake is no better. The colors lack vibrancy. The island setting seems like CGI creations than a real, living environment. It’s only the songs that are enjoyable to listen to.

The Beekeeper (2024) Directed by: David Ayer All it takes is one triggering moment to set everything in motion and keep your adrenaline pumping. This movie executes it so well that you find yourself invested until the very end. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘦𝘳 doesn’t rush to show off its kills and skills. It takes its time, establishing the situation and the characters who matter. You get a picture of who they are in a nutshell. Then something truly awful happens that shakes you

The Furious (2026) Directed by: Kenji Tanigaki The best thing about this action-packed film is that all opponents are physically capable in fighting and that they also have equal chances of winning. Everyone seems to be aggressive, which adds up to the intensity of the battles. Possessing extraordinary strength and remarkable longevity, they can easily pass as mutants. Yet the film gives constant reminders that they are not invincible, showing signs of weakness and exhausti

Leviticus (2026) Written & Directed by: Adrian Chiarella It’s sad to live in a place surrounded by narrow-minded and apathetic people. What makes it even more painful is when the mistreatment comes from your own parents and neighbors. Homophobia is suffocating. It’s getting hard to breathe. Every part of your body aches, inside and out. The pain becomes insufferable. Some may see this pain as an exaggeration. But the real horror lies in the fact that these experiences are n

Supergirl (2026) Directed by: Craig Gillespie The movie’s ultimate kryptonite is its lead character, who doesn’t really know how to take the lead. Her journey isn’t compelling. Her backstory is the most boring part. She seems too reliant on the ensemble to make things work. Superman (David Corenswet), Lobo (Jason Momoa), and Krypto the Superdog are accessories to uplift the scenes every once in a while. But the movie just keeps falling flat. Action scenes do her no good, ma

Power Ballad (2026) Directed by: John Carney No explosive revelations. No grand climax. No heavy moments. This is a film that simply wants to tell a story—and it does so with utmost authenticity. It feels less like watching a movie but more like witnessing a life unfold before you. Films like this one are a rarity nowadays. Stripped of plottwists and gimmicks, it allows the characters to shine and the story to leave an impression. The storytelling is simply human. You think

Toy Story 5 (2026) Directed by: Andrew Stanton The franchise reached a satisfying and perfect conclusion with Toy Story 3. While continuing the story beyond that point wasn’t necessary, the later installments have brought something new to the table — this one included. Technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, affecting every aspect of our lives. Toys are no exemption. Kids’ alarming screen time is a timely and relevant topic, and there’s no better franchise to tackle i

Scary Movie (2026) Directed by: Michael Tiddes The ultimate gift this movie can give is the Core Four reunion. Watching them hug and fight is the sweetest. Nobody does facial reactions and line delivery quite like Anna Faris. She can scream, “What are you waiting for?!” as many times she wants, and it never goes out of style. Whatever Regina Hall says effortlessly becomes an effective punchline. Her signature high-pitched voice is comedic gold. The Wayans Brothers are always