With the return of our blockbuster queen this year's MMFF, would this revolutionize the world of comedy or just recycle the the forced and cringe jokes just to fulfill the "comedy" to its genre?
Well, on initial take, I thought it would be a remastered version of Wenn Deramas' Bakikang (one of Wenn's masterpiece), I mean the trailer is giving Bekikang especially the hospital scene. Surprisingly, I did not feel watching Bekikang at all, although they might have a similar plot, but the flow of the story is indeed different and somehow fresh. Well, the hospital scene quite brings you to Bekikang's emotional scene, but they made sure that the line remains fresh. The comedic take made the theater alive, while some joke entries felt forced, the engagement is maintained throughout the film. However, there are characters felt useless, especially Pamilya de Guzman, like you can remove everyone except esnyr and you won't notice any changes. It did fill the casting though, so maybe it's ok.
Now, is it your typical Vice Ganda MMFF? Maybe yes, most of the elements is still there, the natural comedic vibe executed by Vice Ganda herself is impressive (I mean, it's the Vice Ganda, hello?). But, the emotional take is on point and revolutionizing, and Vice Ganda's expression is very impressive (Best Actor btw), so you might wanna bring some tissue when you watch it.
I would also like to commend how John Lapus executed her role, could've been nominated for Best Supporting Actor. Same goes to Iyah Mina. The inclusiveness makes it more much awelcoming film to watch.
Overall, the film will make you squeeze your stomach from laugher and then suddenly wet your tissue that is supposedly for you hands with cheese powder from popcorns. The story did not even replicate Bekikang, so it's safe. A must watch MMMF entry, especially with your family or even yourself (just don't slap your seatmate from laughing).
