* This is not a movie review, just an honest take – as always.
I watch Katips: The Movie the other day and here are my thoughts:
- The film has a shaky start. The cinematography may not be that great, but it’s not that bad either.
- Musical score was okay in the beginning. There were a few ‘dry’ moments. It gets better and better towards the second half.
- Acting was amazing. Awesome casts. Most of them theatre actors.
- The story has a good share highs and lows. AND because of the familiarity of the plot, it is implied not to expect many surprises. Too bad the “heart” of the film was edited out. The transition could have been different had the plot twist not removed.
Nevertheless, I loved it. Natuwa, naantig, nainip, nalungkot, nanggalaiti, nanghinayang, namangha ako.
Now showing
Katips is now showing at select Vox Cinemas in the UAE.
This film may not be for everyone. But if you are willing to look at it with a critical yet practical mindset, you will see its substance – regardless of your politics.
I came with low expectation. I left with high appreciation.
Sana nawa’y “Sa gitna ng gulo, umusbong ang pag-ibig.”
