Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme

Uttermost disappointment. The writing, production design, and cinematography were such a mess. What a waste of talent for the outstanding actors and actresses. The stories on all these three segments were unoriginal and unappealing. There were scenes that didn't make sense. Props were seemingly poor. The script felt like a bunch of fillers and sounded unnatural. Even the choice for music could have been better. Nothing matches up. Truly, the whole movie was unnervingly cringe.

The franchise is well-loved by Filipinos yet it keeps on getting worse and worst. Thank God it was not qualified as an entry for the MMFF.

I don't understand why a big production would bother making stuff that's been done before and isn't even realistic. The gory bits don't look gory enough - the blood and cuts just seem fake, and sometimes there's blood but no cuts, which doesn't make sense. The props look so very fake too, despite the effort put into creating visually stunning scenes. The acting is bad, and the things the actors do don't make sense either. I used to love watching "Shake, Rattle, and Roll," but now it seems like they're just trying too hard to be trendy and cool for the Gen Z crowd, sacrificing quality along the way. The actors aren't believable enough for everyone to connect with, and the stories feel like they've been recycled and lack originality. Even in the old "Shake, Rattle, and Roll," despite the absence of modern technology, the movies and script writing were excellent. However, this new film of "Shake, Rattle, and Roll Extreme" falls far short of today's standards, with bad script writing, acting, musical scoring, and lighting. And it's also disappointing that the title suggests it's extreme, but it falls short of that expectation, making it feel misleading. There's a notable lack of standout performances, while the rest could use more training, their performances marred by overacting.

The legendary Filipino horror anthology is back, and this time Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme aims to terrify a new generation with upgraded visuals, bolder themes, and a pinch of social commentary. The film presents three chilling tales-Glitch, Rage, and Mukbang-each tackling modern fears in very different ways.

GLITCH A tech-horror entry following a vlogger whose online persona begins to unravel when supernatural glitches haunt her content. It's visually arresting and relevant in today's digital age, but the story feels undercooked. It raises compelling questions about identity and the internet, but never quite sticks the landing.

RAGE Set during a mysterious comet sighting, this segment shows how a tranquil town turns violent as its residents are gripped by sudden, uncontrollable anger. It's fast-paced, brutal, and emotionally charged. However, Rage feels heavily inspired-almost like a localized version of The Twilight Zone (2019) Season 1, Episode 7: "Not All Men", where a similar cosmic event causes heightened aggression, especially among men.

Both stories explore how deep-rooted rage and toxic behavior can erupt when social filters are removed. While Rage delivers in intensity, it lacks the deeper commentary and nuance that The Twilight Zone episode offered. Instead, it leans into bloodshed and chaos without much reflection, making it feel more like a horror-thriller than a thought-provoking piece.

Still, Rage is one of the more polished and intense entries in recent Shake, Rattle & Roll history.

MUKBANG A disturbing tale about a content creator who gains popularity from extreme eating videos-until her hunger turns into something grotesque. It's creepy, weird, and almost comedic in its absurdity. Definitely the most unique and "Pinoy" of the three, and it leaves a lasting impression even if it's not conventionally scary.

Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme is a stylish upgrade to the classic horror formula. It's a fun ride with higher production value, but not all stories deliver equally. Rage stands out for its chaos and energy, though it treads familiar ground if you've seen The Twilight Zone's "Not All Men." Overall, it's a solid entry for fans of horror anthologies who want a Filipino take on modern-day fears.

Traditionally, the anthology format of Shake, Rattle & Roll brings a mix of supernatural horror, suspense, and psychological thrills. However, XTreme seems to have forgotten its purpose, offering segments that feel more like heavy emotional dramas with a sprinkle of horror elements rather than the other way around. Instead of heart-pounding scares, we get drawn-out character conflicts, sentimental backstories, and tearjerker moments that overshadow any tension the film tries to build.

Missed Opportunities The film had all the ingredients for a solid horror experience-creepy settings, eerie folklore, and potentially terrifying creatures. Yet, instead of maximizing these, it wastes time developing emotional arcs that feel out of place in a horror anthology. The pacing drags, and just when a segment starts to pick up momentum, it pulls back in favor of sentimental storytelling. While character development is important, it shouldn't come at the expense of the horror experience that audiences paid to see.

Horror That Fails to Deliver Jump scares feel predictable, and the atmosphere lacks the tension that made past Shake, Rattle & Roll entries memorable. The CGI and practical effects are decent, but they don't make up for the lack of truly unsettling moments. It's disappointing to see a franchise that once mastered the art of Pinoy horror now struggling to balance its tone.

The Philippines' longest-running horror anthology series that is always shown in cinemas during the Christmas season. However, this one felt a little flat.

For the Glitch segment, while Iza Calzado and Donna Cariaga both delivered, something about it seems off. It was dragging and messy with sub-plots that were totally ignored in hopes some of us wouldn't even notice (I did). What was the point of the beginning aka the California setting when the people aren't even related to the main characters? Good thing I noticed the Gary stuffed toy which is the only thing connecting what goes down in the story that was pure chaos. There was no character development here whatsoever and no offense, but the performances of the kids were a bit too forced that still needs a tad bit of work. This segment was the worst. Also, the title does not even fit with the plot- I think Gary or "Friend" would've been more suitable. [1/5]

Mukbang was more comedic rather than a horror storyline because of the actors' performances. Still, it has a darker side of its story with a cannibalism setting however, I think the plot twist could've been revealed at the end rather letting the audience already know in the beginning-even when some could pick it up themselves. Esnyr Ranollo was the best one here, in my opinion. If this segment had something more to deliver especially with its characters that I don't even care for, this could've been way better. Great concept, but effort was wasted a bit. [3/5]

Rage was the best. I think in every Shake, Rattle, and Roll film, they always save the best for last and this one did prove that theory. Great performances with a successful story and characters that were really developed towards the end. The characters seem tolerable, more believable, and actually someone you could care about. Love that a final girl is once again represented in a Filipino film, too. [4/5]