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Ekis
2025 107 min Philippines R 18+
★6.7
Drama
Director: Christian Paolo Lat
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Description
Erik Matti’s classic Ekis gets a bold reboot with an all-girls ensemble led by Angela Morena, Cheena Dizon, and Aliya Raymundo. A crew of female thugs launches a kidnap-for-ransom plot, but when things go wrong, escaping the chaos becomes impossible.
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Angela Morena
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Cheena Dizon
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Aliya Raymundo
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Key opinion
Ekis is a nostalgic throwback to 1980s and 90s buddy-cop films that relies heavily on the chemistry between Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa. While fans of the genre appreciate its humorous banter and brutal action, critics argue that the thin plot and uneven pacing make for a repetitive experience.
| Acting | The central chemistry between Bautista’s restrained discipline and Momoa’s impulsive charisma creates a compelling brotherly dynamic. | |
| Originality | The film successfully captures the nostalgic tone of 90s action classics through its blend of dark humor and visceral brutality. | |
| Screenplay | The plot is widely regarded as thin, predictable, and generic, offering few surprises to experienced action viewers. | |
| Pacing | Opinions on the film's speed are divided: some find the two-hour runtime brisk and engaging, while others feel the investigative beats are slow and padded. | |
| Cinematography | While the kinetic action and Hawaiian scenery are praised, the heavy reliance on poor-quality CGI in stunt sequences detracts from the overall visual impact. |