Asintado

Synopsis

Between the Eyes (original title: Asintado) is a 2014 Philippine action-thriller film featuring Aiko Melendez in a compelling role. The movie revolves around high-stakes drama and intense confrontations as characters navigate a turbulent world marked by violence and personal struggles. With its gritty narrative and raw emotional undertones, the film explores themes of justice, revenge, and survival. Set against a backdrop that captures the complexity of its characters’ lives, Between the Eyes offers an unfiltered look at the consequences of one's choices, delivering a tense and gripping cinematic experience that blends action with deep personal conflict.

Cast

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  Aiko Melendez

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  Gabby Eigenmann

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  Miggs Cuaderno

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  Rochelle Pangilinan

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  Jake Vargas

• Benjie Felipe

Reviews

Critically, Between the Eyes (Asintado) garnered mixed to negative reviews, reflected in its modest IMDb rating of 4.4/10. Critics have pointed out the film's ambitious attempt to fuse action and drama, but many felt it fell short in execution. Some reviewers appreciated Aiko Melendez's performance, noting that she brought intensity and authenticity to her role, providing one of the film's few strong points. However, the overall critique often mentions a predictable storyline and pacing issues that detracted from the film's potential. Rotten Tomatoes does not have an official rating due to limited reviews, and Metacritic does not list the film. Audience reactions mirror critics' sentiments; the action sequences were often described as somewhat clichéd, and the narrative was occasionally seen as lacking depth. Nevertheless, some viewers found the film's tone and emotional weight engaging enough to warrant a watch, especially for those interested in Philippine cinema and its take on action thrillers.