“Beautiful and powerful. This is one of those miracles of Filipino cinema, one of those weird projects that defies all expectations, that transcends whatever limitations are given to the filmmakers.”  — Philbert Dy

“Completely reinvigorates Philippine cinema, and presents a world for these teenagers that is hopeful, in that their youthful vigor and restless optimism is bigger than any dire challenges they might face.”  — Mac John Bautista

“A patriotic beast of a tale, grappling with a nation’s turbulent past while also critiquing the present state of the country. Refuses to yield to generic frills of this genre and delivers a noir-soaked, fuming gut-punch of a thriller.”  — Tosin🍿

“Trier’s affecting, passionate and amusing romantic dramedy subverts the traditions of its genre ... [and] properly keeps the symmetry between its sardonic humor and emotional resonance, and in return, encapsulates the depth, fondness, loss and love adroitly.”  — Abhishek

“There’s something so authentic about this. After three times watching it, I can’t help but feel just about every emotion by the time it ends. It’s a genuinely beautiful short, song and overall work of art.”  — olivia 🏳️‍⚧️ 🍉

“Very effective, straight to the point, honest and comical short about products being tested on innocent animals. As funny as the short is, the subject matter is serious. It’s a must watch!”  — Voltron 2005

“Original, poignant, moving and deep. The acting is superb and the storyline is as unique as it can get. While it does force you to come face-to-face with mortality each episode, there is also a sort of an acceptance that forms in watching each life unfold and close and reminds you that life is never permanent for anybody.”  — jen jen 🍒

“The great postmodern narrative documentary chill-out stoner movie hybrid of our times. Probably the most laborious film about the creative process out there, this immerses you every step of the process to the point where you feel like you’re doing the project with them.”   — Emma Chantiri 🦦🕸️

“Brilliant, hilarious, intricate, emotional and raw. Provides much-needed laughter after all this time dealing with the pandemic, and the state of the world in general, all the while delivering to us what I believe is the most vulnerability and authenticity Bo has ever shown on screen.”  — 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 🌷

“Let’s talk about the visuals and choreos these girls gave us ’cause I’m still not over it? Everything about this was completely amazing and so well done! The stage, the outfits and everything. Forever in love with my girls.”  — gabriel

“A staggering cinematic spectacle from start to finish. Sumptuous visual splendor fills every frame. The masterfully moving music is made new again. It’s impossible to leave without having your soul sincerely stirred.”  — zoë rose bryant

“Straight A++++++ … Most definitely one of my favorite movies this year. Akhirnya ada film coming of age Indonesia yang super realistis dan nyentuh banyak masalah penting sampe bikin bengong. Dari akting, cerita, setting, bahkan musiknya bener bener bagus! … Gonna watch it again when I’m feeling emo.”  — raditasb

“A calculated miracle. The determined urge to persevere until all resources have been exhausted. Thorough logistical planning, engineering and compassion became the willpower which was initially sparked from pure benevolence.”  — san

“An explosive, thrilling and heartfelt tribute to a character often underwritten. I was surprised at how emotional it had me throughout. Taking cues from classic spy tales and with some incredible action scenes, Cate Shortland delivers one of the best of the MCU.”  — Sara Clements

“An absolute monster of a film, which not only shows how far Hideaki Anno has come as an artist and director since ’95, but also retroactively justifies the existence of the Rebuilds with such an incredible, life-affirming message [at] its center.”  — k

“See Hollywood, this is what happens when you finally let an Asian filmmaker direct an Asian-led action flick. It’s fun and badass as hell. Man, if only Destin Daniel Cretton directed Mulan, Snake Eyes or Mortal Kombat.”  — Rendy Jones