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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Movie Review: Fall 2 - Deadpoint
Wondering if Fall 2: Deadpoint is worth watching? Moving from radio towers to Thailand's sheer 4,000-foot rock faces, this survival thriller sequel takes vertigo-inducing trauma to the next level. Despite a slightly slow first act, the claustrophobic dread, layered storytelling, and sheer adrenaline make it a 7/10 cinema experience. Here is our full review on why you should catch this thrilling sequel on the biggest screen possible!

Faiz Faisal
4 days ago3 min read


Movie Review: Haunted Universities 4
Love Thai horror anthologies? Read our honest Haunted Universities 4 review! From limited Malaysia cinema showtimes to loud gore and regional urban legends, this 4th installment trades standard horror-comedy for surprising emotional beats and strong human connections. Check out our full segment rankings, breakdown of "D-Day Night" and "The Concubine Villa," and see why this campus nightmare earns a casual 7/10!

Faiz Faisal
Aug 283 min read


Movie Review: The End Of Oak Street
Love dinosaur movies but tired of the same old action formulas? Our The End of Oak Street movie review breaks down why this 1980s-set survival horror flick succeeds. When an entire suburban neighborhood is mysteriously transported to a prehistoric era, survival becomes a nightmare. From intense terror to incredible sound design, here is why this refreshing creature feature earns a solid 7/10!

Faiz Faisal
Aug 143 min read


Movie Review: The Devil's Mouth
Wondering if The Devil’s Mouth is worth watching? This Prime Video shark thriller traps a group of friends in a flooded Thailand cave system with an aggressive predator. While the cast features Kathryn Newton and Lana Condor, the characters are so deeply annoying that you’ll spend the runtime rooting for the shark. Here is our spoiler-free review!

Faiz Faisal
Aug 73 min read


Movie Review: Spiderman Brand New Day
Spider-Man swings back into the MCU with Brand New Day, kicking off a bold new chapter that feels darker, more mature, and visually inspired by the comics. Does the fresh direction live up to the hype? Here's my spoiler-free review.

Faiz Faisal
Jul 313 min read


Movie Review: The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is everything I wanted from a blockbuster and more. Shot entirely in IMAX 70mm, this breathtaking adaptation of Homer's classic delivers spectacular visuals, an emotional adventure, and one of the best cinematic experiences of 2026. Here's why I think it's a flawless 10/10.

Faiz Faisal
Jul 173 min read
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