Remington and the Curse of the Zombadigs is a thrilling novel written by Sarah J. Cole. The story takes place in the small town of Willowbrook, where strange occurrences have been happening. The residents of the town have been disappearing mysteriously, leaving behind no trace. The protagonist of the story is Remington, an adventurous teenager who loves solving puzzles and mysteries. When his best friend Sophie goes missing, Remington begins his investigation to unravel the truth behind the disappearances.
Remington is in love with Hannah but she finds him lazy and uncouth. Then he starts to change. Suddenly he is becoming neater, nicer, more sensitive. Is he doing it for her? Or is something beyond his control changing him into someone he is not? He discovers that his gradual transformation is tied to something he did long ago, to childhood transgressions and curses uttered in graveyards. Hannah falls for the new and improved Remington, but he starts falling for someone else. As the ghosts of Remington's past come to haunt him, so do the the Zombadings. Undead, fabulous, they threaten to rock this sleepy town to death. (Source: IMDb) Edit Translation
Thankfully, the title character played by Martin Escudero acts as a focus point to keep the comedic tone of the production consistent, particularly in the scenes where he begins to transform and reels in disgust at his feminine mannerisms and his newly adopted cute terminology. Castro clearly intends to mock not gays but the often hypocritical men who pick on them; still, some in the audience might feel they re better off without this picture s assistance.
When his best friend Sophie goes missing, Remington begins his investigation to unravel the truth behind the disappearances. He is determined to find Sophie and put an end to the curse that has plagued his town. As Remington delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers a hidden underground tunnel system beneath Willowbrook.
Remington and the Curse of the Zombadings: Film Review
A young Filipino homophobe is made gay in Jade Castro's goofy fable.
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A goofy fable about tolerance using horror/sci-fi tropes to dress up a storybook-like tale of a witch’s curse, Jade Castro’s Remington and the Curse of the Zombadings follows a young homophobe who has been magically made gay. The Filipino import is tongue-in-cheek from start to finish, and its innocent quasi-camp may appeal to some genre buffs in the West. But theatrical bookings here will be short-lived, even in the Midnight Movie arena.
Martin Escudero plays Remington, first seen here as a preschooler who runs around shouting, “Homo! Homo! Homo!” at the many gay men in his village. While in a cemetery, he picks the wrong cross-dresser to mess with — a grieving man who promises that, when he’s grown, he too will be gay.
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The Bottom Line One-note comedy whose broadness undercuts its theme of tolerance.Fifteen years later, the prophesy is fulfilled in pieces, as a masked, menacing spirit visits Remington on multiple nights to steal scraps of his machismo: On the first night, his goatee and body hair vanish; after the second, he’s prone to speaking in effeminate slang; and so on. At the same time, a mysterious killer has targeted local gays, zapping them with a ray gun that was designed to identify homosexual farm animals. (Um, so they could be taken out of farms and used as pets or photo models.)
The plot and dialogue are predictably thin, relying almost entirely on the viewer’s interest in seeing Escudero’s master class in swishy stereotypes — a transformation made more troublesome given Remington’s desire to impress the new girl in town, Hannah (Lauren Young). Castro clearly intends to mock not gays but the (often hypocritical) men who pick on them; still, some in the audience might feel they’re better off without this picture’s assistance. By the time Zombadings (that is, the drag-wearing undead) enter the picture in the third act, anyone looking for the queer George Romero will have realized they’ll have to wait a bit longer.
Production Company: Origin8 Media
Cast: Martin Escudero, Lauren Young, Kerbie Zamora, Janice de Belen, John Regala, Roderick Paulate, Angelina Kanapi, Nar Cabico
Director: Jade Castro
Screenwriters: Raymond Lee, Jade Castro, Michiko Yamamoto
Producer: Raymond Lee
Director of photography: Ike Avellana
Production designer: Norman S. Regalado
Music: Teresa Barrozo
Editors: J.D. Domingo, Lawrence Ang
No rating, 95 minutes
Production Company: Origin8 Media
Cast: Martin Escudero, Lauren Young, Kerbie Zamora, Janice de Belen, John Regala, Roderick Paulate, Angelina Kanapi, Nar Cabico
Director: Jade Castro
Screenwriters: Raymond Lee, Jade Castro, Michiko Yamamoto
Producer: Raymond Lee
Director of photography: Ike Avellana
Production designer: Norman S. Regalado
Music: Teresa Barrozo
Editors: J.D. Domingo, Lawrence Ang
No rating, 95 minutes
These tunnels, known as the Zombadigs, are said to be cursed and home to supernatural creatures. Legends say that anyone who enters the Zombadigs is doomed to become a mindless zombie. Undeterred by the legends, Remington gathers a group of fellow curious teenagers and ventures into the Zombadigs. Armed with his intellect and bravery, Remington and his friends face numerous challenges and encounter terrifying creatures as they navigate the dark tunnels. Throughout the story, the theme of friendship and bravery is evident. Remington's determination to find his friend drives him to take risks and face his fears. His friendship with Sophie and the loyalty of his friends demonstrate the power of unity in overcoming obstacles. As the group of teenagers progresses deeper into the Zombadigs, they uncover clues and secrets that hint at a dark force behind the curse. Remington's investigative skills and quick thinking play a crucial role in their survival. The climax of the story sees Remington and his friends confronting the evil force that is responsible for the disappearances. With courage and teamwork, they manage to break the curse and save Willowbrook from its horrifying fate. Remington and the Curse of the Zombadigs is a thrilling adventure filled with mystery, suspense, and supernatural elements. It showcases the strength of friendship and the power of overcoming one's fears. Sarah J. Cole's writing keeps the readers engaged and on the edge of their seats, eager to uncover the truth alongside Remington..
Reviews for "The Curse Continues: Remington and the Zombadigs Unleashed"
1. Susan - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed by "Remington and the Curse of the Zombadigs." The storyline was confusing and convoluted, making it difficult to follow along. The characters were also poorly developed, lacking depth and motivation. Additionally, I found the writing style to be jarring and unpolished, with choppy sentences and awkward dialogue. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating and well-written story.
2. John - 1/5 stars - "Remington and the Curse of the Zombadigs" was one of the worst books I've ever read. The plot was incredibly predictable, with no surprises or twists to keep me engaged. The writing was also lackluster, filled with clichés and repetitive descriptions. I found it hard to connect with any of the characters, as they were one-dimensional and lacked depth. The book fell flat for me, and I would advise others to skip it.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Remington and the Curse of the Zombadigs," but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The pacing of the story was extremely slow, and it took forever for anything interesting to happen. The world-building was also underdeveloped, leaving me confused about the rules and dynamics of the story. The dialogues felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the characters. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster read that failed to captivate me.