11. Film Review: The White Storm 3: Heaven or Hell (2023) by Herman Yau
Overall, this in-name-only sequel is a highly entertaining and fast paced action adventure showing that Hong Kong is still able to produce the kind of old-school action films rich in brotherhood and loyalty between the characters that delighted audiences in the past. (David Chew)
12. Interview: Herman Yau
13. Film Review: Hungry Ghost Diner (2023) by We Jun Cho
The production values are of a rather high level, with the combination of (neon) lighting, (intensely red) coloring, the implementation of shadows, Robin Nevis's production design and Teck Tan's cinematography resulting in a series of impressive images, mostly appearing during the night in the story. The puppet show aspect also works well in terms of visuals, cementing the prowess in the department. (Panos Kotzathanasis)
14. Interview: Lim Benji and We Jun Cho
15. Film Review: 13 Bombs (2023) by Angga Dwimas Sasongko
Where “13 Bombs” truly thrives, however, is in the agony and tension that permeates the movie, and in the shooting of the action scenes. Regarding the first aspect, Hendra Adhi Susanto's editing emerges as one of the best elements here, with the fast pace dictated by sudden and frequent cuts working excellently throughout the film, definitely including the action scenes. And talking about the action, the combination of explosions, gunfights, one-on-ones, car chasing and every other trick in the book is outstandingly portrayed, with the combination of Reza Hilman's fight choreography, Dinar Safari's stunt coordination and the way they are captured by DP Arnand Pratikto, resulting in a plethora of truly impressive scenes. (Panos Kotzathanasis)
16. Interview: Angga Dwimas Sasongko
17. Film Review: Rivulet of Universe (2024) by Possathorn Watcharapanit
“Rivulet of Universe” is an ambitious debut feature for Passathorn Watcharapanit who is also behind the script. The film continues where his short “Real Rhythm of Rivulet” (2023) stopped, and expands on the exploration of time and timelessness. One of its most interesting aspects is the role of sound design. Wild and loud, it forces itself between people in conversations and makes the reality sound like a dream. (Marina D. Richter)
18. Film Review: Amphetamine (2010) by Scud
What really works well in the movie is Daniel's character development. He is by no means different from wealthy hetero men prying upon young girls, and using their weaknesses to make them hooked, On the other hand, Scud is desperately trying to point out the difference. When asked what is the difference between loving a woman and a man, Daniel compares women to mortgages that once you draw, you need to keep on paying for the rest of your life. (Marina D. Richter)
19. Film Review: The Cursed Land (2024) by Panu Aree and Kong Rithdee
Featuring plenty to enjoy and only a few small issues, “The Cursed Land” comes off incredibly well as a strong genre feature that uses its intriguing concept and enjoyable set pieces to overcome a few minor setbacks present. Those with an affinity for this type of Asian Horror feature or are general fans of this particular style of supernatural-laced fare will enjoy this one. (Don Anelli)
20. Interview: Panu Aree
21. Film Review: Jigarthanda Double X (2023) by Karthik Subbaraj
The deliciously over-the-top acting is another of the traits here. Raghava Lawrence as Alliyus “Alliyan” Caesar is excellent as the main medium of the masala element, along Vidhu as Shettani, but it is the measured acting (considering) of S. J. Suryah as Kirubakaran “Kiruban” that grounds the movie. It is also his overall performance, also through his interactions, that allows the comments to be communicated, and provides a break from the whole over-the-top style, at least on occasion. Not much more to say, if you like your movies fun, f**ked up, and without much nonsense, you would have to try very hard to do better than “Jigarthanda Double X”. (Panos Kotzathanasis)
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