Zombadings 1: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington

In the sleepy provincial town of Lucban, a mischievous teenage boy named Remington spends his days teasing anyone who dares to be different, never realizing that a chance encounter at a cemetery will bind his fate to a strange, flamboyant curse. The blessing‑turned‑hex promises that, by the time he reaches his twenty‑first birthday, his very identity will shift in an unexpected direction, thrusting him into a world he has long scoffed at. The film opens with this ominous promise, setting the stage for a quirky, surreal comedy that balances the ordinary rhythms of small‑town life with a dash of magical realism.

As the curse begins to stir, Remington finds his once‑straightforward existence tangled with new, confusing feelings. He is drawn to Hannah, the girl he has always admired, while an unlikely attraction to his best friend Jigs starts to surface, forcing him to confront the homophobia he once wielded as a weapon. At the same time, his mother Fe and her partner Mimi offer a steady, if bemused, backdrop to his inner turmoil, their own relationship hinting at the town’s quietly evolving attitudes. The tension between his long‑held beliefs and the emerging reality creates a comedic yet heartfelt dance of self‑discovery.

The town itself feels like a character, bursting with vivid personalities, flamboyant drag queens, and an undercurrent of supernatural folklore. The atmosphere is a lively mash‑up of slapstick humor, bright colors, and a hint of horror‑comedy, as rumors of a deranged gay killer drift through the streets, adding a playful edge of danger without ever dominating the narrative. This blend of light‑hearted mischief and earnest introspection invites the audience to laugh while contemplating deeper questions of identity and acceptance.

Through Remington’s reluctant journey, the story explores how prejudice can be both a shield and a cage, and how confronting one’s own biases may lead to unexpected freedom. The film promises a rollercoaster of witty dialogue, heartfelt moments, and a celebration of love in all its forms, all wrapped in the unmistakable charm of Filipino comedy‑drama.

Last Updated: August 20, 2025 at 17:45