
Kandisha
2022

2023
TV-MADirector
Jerrold Tarog, Joey De Guzman, Richard Somes
Runtime
147 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetSynopsis
A series of vignettes include: a neglected and gadget addicted 6 year old who befriends a malevolent entity from a defunct children’s show, causing deadly events at home; a group of influencers gathering for a collab in a luxurious mansion; and a bunch of thrill-seekers who go on a trip to watch a meteor shower.
Overall Score
Good
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The vignettes focus on familial neglect, influencer culture, and group dynamics. There is no explicit evidence of queer identities or narratives addressing non-cisnormative lives.
Gender Representation
The first vignette disrupts traditional hierarchies by centering a child's agency over adult protectors. However, it is unclear if the influencer or thrill-seeker groups subvert gendered power dynamics.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
As a Filipino production, the film centers a non-Western cast. It utilizes local folklore and regional settings to assert a strong Southeast Asian cultural identity.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The film critiques modern Westernized influences like gadget addiction and influencer culture. It explores the erosion of traditional family structures and the superficiality of modern capitalism.
Disability Representation
The film explores psychological neglect and technological impacts on childhood. However, no characters with visible or invisible disabilities are portrayed with specific agency.
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Areas for Improvement
AI Analysis
Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme succeeds as a culturally specific anthology that prioritizes Filipino perspectives over Western horror tropes. By utilizing local folklore and regional settings, the film establishes a strong sense of ethnic agency and cultural authenticity. The narrative structure uses horror to critique contemporary social anxieties, such as the performative nature of influencer culture and the breakdown of parental roles due to digital addiction. This approach moves the genre beyond simple scares into social commentary. While the film excels in cultural positioning, it lacks visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities. The focus remains largely on heteronormative social structures and modern social institutions.

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