Kampon

It is not the usual horror film that relies on jumpscare but it focuses on the development of story and compelling screenplay. 4.5/5

This film is messed up, and we mean that in the best way possible.

Kampon effectively uncovers horror in the lives of regular people.

Gulat kami! Masakit sa ulo na weirdo pero panalo. 8/10

The film finds its terror in strangeness, in weird, unsettling things lurking in the background. 3.5/5

And the film is best when it's weird; when it isn't as concerned about giving answers than it is about crafting another strange thing to look at. 3.5/5

Although certain plot elements fail to connect to its larger picture, (K)ampon is a solid psychological horror film that features chillingly disturbing imagery, paranoia-inducing cinematography, and a solid acting turn by child performer Erin Espiritu. (B+)

Yung pelikula na ito, required kang mag-isip. Ikaw yung mag aayos ng mga clues para mabuo mo yung story that's actually quite intriguing. It's something na risky, specially kung ilalabas siya sa MMFF kung saan karamihan ng manonood ay casual movie goers. And for that hanga ako. (Pwede Na)

‘Kampon’ prefers eerie with solid, disturbing results. It succeeds with a plot that feels grounded as well. [...] There’s nothing scarier than playing with real personal issues and Beauty Gonzales & Derek Ramsey play a huge part in making it more effective. (3.5/5)

...the core of this film is that of Clark and Eileen and because it keeps a distance from its main characters, I feel that I was distant from the story itself. I was more interested in the world the film created than the story that runs through it. 3/5

This definitely ain't for those looking for horror films that uses never-ending cheap jump scares to terrify audiences. 3/5

...a solid horror movie, with a complex sick storyline told clearly, nifty visual effects and remarkably vulnerable acting performances from its leads. 6/10

The roller-coaster of emotions, restrained parts are very much on point, by Beauty Gonzalez is truly convincing. Same with Derek Ramsey’s confusion and vulnerability. And Erin Espiritu’s ala Drew Barrymore’s Firestarter type of kid steals the spotlight. (3/5)

The two principal actors are effective in their roles but Beauty Gonzalez stands out for her conviction. Among the technical categories, the makeup work (on the monster) and the cinematography are the film’s strongest elements.