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Crush
While Philip—a grade 5 student—is happily playing FLAMES, one of his classmates suddenly snatches his paper and threatens him to reveal his crush on Kenneth Agapitos. Because of the fear and offensive remarks, Philip throws a bag in the face of his bully classmate to stop him from telling others about his secret crush, resulting in a dispute. And the need to force his busy mother, Delandra, to attend school to avoid suspension.
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Plot Summary
When a shy and artistic teenager is forced to join the track team to get closer to her longtime crush, she finds herself in the middle of a chaotic love triangle. Things take a dark turn when a dangerous stalker emerges, turning her romantic pursuit into a fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Crush received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of horror, comedy, and teen romance. While some found the plot to be uneven, the performances, particularly from the lead cast, and its playful subversion of genre tropes were frequently highlighted.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inventive mix of genres, blending horror, comedy, and teen romance with a queer sensibility.
The performances are often cited as a strong point, with the lead actors bringing charisma and depth to their roles.
Some reviews noted that the film occasionally struggles to balance its tonal shifts, leading to moments that feel less cohesive.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally reflect a positive reception, appreciating the film's humor, surprising twists, and LGBTQ+ representation. Many viewers enjoyed the campy elements and the energetic performances, although a few found the horror aspects to be somewhat underdeveloped.
Fun Fact
The film was noted for its bold approach to incorporating elements of slasher films within a coming-of-age romantic comedy framework, which is a relatively uncommon combination in contemporary cinema.
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