Lick (2024)
Lick (2024): A Passionate Journey Behind the Scenes It was Lick’s December 2024 premiere on Passionflix that demonstrated the tireless commitment and enthusiasm of the film’s professionals. Under the direction of Louise Alston and based on the best selling novel of Kylie Scott, the film centers on the characters of Evelyn, who on one crazy […]
Butas
Butas (2024): A Cinematic Understanding of Love, Identity, and Filipino Culture Discussions about Filipino cinema emerged with the premiere of Not A Love Story or Butas in August 2024. Directed by Dado C. Lumibao, this new film tackles the intricacies of modern relationships, the formation of identity, and the search for meaning in an ever-evolving […]
Sex-Positive
Immersing in Sexual Liberation When Sex-Positive debuted in February 2024, it was accompanied with anticipation. Directed by Peter Woodward, the film depicted the story of Virginia (Katherine Ellis), a young woman who hopes for a new beginning by moving in with a new set of polyamorous friends. Among this new set of friends is Jake […]
Swimming Pool
The Whisper of Suspense Before the Splash There is something almost poetic about the wait leading up to the premiere of a film. When Ozone’s 2003 film Swimming Pool was announced, the wait was pure poetry, tinged with a hint of excitement. Ozone was already known for his brilliant nuanced thrillers, and the combination of […]
Boogie Nights
A Tapestry of Lives Intertwined Boogie Nights is not just the story of Eddie/Dirk—it is more of an ensemble feature capturing the aspirations, betrayals, and relationships of all the people in the orbit of Jack Horner. Heather Graham’s Rollergirl evoked a youthful sense of innocence and rebellion, with her roller-skate-entrances capturing a paradox of both […]
The Voyeurs
The Voyeurs: When a Steamy Thriller Became a Turning Point The Story That Sparked Curiosity When The Voyeurs was released on Amazon Prime Video in September 2021, it was marketed as a sophisticated erotic thriller in the vein of Rear Window and Fatal Attraction, with a clear contemporary twist. The film followed Pippa (Sydney Sweeney) […]
Ask Me What You Want
When the Book’s Shadow Stirs the Screen “Ask Me What You Want” comes with a built-in storm: it’s adapted from one of Megan Maxwell’s bestselling erotic novels. For many readers, the book was one of those guilty-pleasure titles — flavorful romance, tension, erotic exploration, secrets. So, when the adaptation was announced — with Warner Bros. […]
Ligaw
When “Ligaw” Started Getting Attention in the Media Even before “Ligaw” came out, several Filipino film enthusiasts were already intrigued at the possibility of the film pushing the limits of the “affair drama” genre. The teasers offered enough material to build anticipation, particularly regarding a devoted wife, a paraplegic husband, a young mountaineer, and a […]
The Girl Next Door
When the Trailers Promised Something Wilder In 2004, the trailers for The Girl Next Door positioned the film as a teenage fantasy come true. The marketing campaign featured a tagline that suggested, “You never forget your first girl next door,” marketed the fantasy, ‘girl next door,’ and suggested a steamy, humorous take on the film. […]
Desire
The Whispers Before the Premiere When the film Desire was first announced, many were curious to see what the film was about. Considering the film is written by Erika Halvorsen, who is adapting one of her novels, many were optimistic about the film keeping a raw authenticity about the themes of betrayal, desire, and complexities […]