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Movie Review: “The Adventures of Kween

Jhonabelle”

Background
The Adventures of Kween Jhonabelle” follows the life of a young senior high
school (SHS) graduate, Jhonabelle, who rises to internet fame through viral
prank videos. What starts as light-hearted fun turns into a lifeline, as the
money she earns supports her younger brother, who is battling leukemia.
The film explores the delicate balance between internet stardom and the
emotional strain of caring for a terminally ill loved one.

Overall Impression
This film is both heart-warming and thought-provoking. It mixes humour with
serious themes, showing the dual nature of social media as both a tool for
success and a potential source of conflict. The story flows smoothly, although
the ending feels rushed, leaving unanswered questions about Jhonabelle’s
future. After her brother’s death, viewers are left wondering what happens
next—did she continue her studies, did her mental health decline, and what
became of her online presence?

Plot Summary
Jhonabelle starts her social media journey at the encouragement of her two
friends, who tell her she can earn money from it. As her prank videos go
viral, she uses her newfound fame to raise money for her brother’s medical
expenses. However, her career takes a dark turn when she collaborates with
an influencer she idolizes. A prank goes wrong, resulting in both being
detained by the police. The incident sparks a wave of online backlash, further
complicating her already stressful life. Even during her brother’s funeral,
she’s inundated with hateful comments, amplifying her grief and loneliness.
The movie captures her highs and lows, highlighting how quickly fame can
turn from a blessing into a burden.

Main Conflict
It evolves around Jhonabelle balancing her internet persona and her real-life
responsibilities, especially when the weight of her brother’s illness becomes
overwhelming. As the pressure mounts, she finds herself torn between her
responsibilities to her brother and the demands of her online following.

Theme
Family loyalty and sacrifice.
The emotional toll of serious illness on sibling.
Persistence and perseverance.
These themes are developed through Jhonabelle evolution from a carefree
blogger to someone with deeper purpose. Her relationship with her brother
serves as the emotional core of the movie, and her videos reflect her
changing outlook.

JAYME, SARAH MARIE D.


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Character Development
Jhonabelle transforms from a playful prankster to a young start up college
girl driven by love for her brother. Her choices, especially to continue
vlogging for her brother’s treatment, show her growing maturity and sense
of responsibility. Her brother’s quiet strength also contributes to the movie’s
emotional depth.

Personal View
I enjoyed the movie’s balance between humour and serious topics. However,
one of the pranks quite made a terrible experience and worsen out her
mental state. The emotional moments with her brother were powerful and
kept me invested in the story. The struggles, humour jokes and emotional
feelings she went through grabbed my attention.

Recommendation
I would recommend “The Adventures of Kween Jhonabelle” for its powerful
message about family and perseverance. It’s especially suited for viewers
who enjoy stories about social media, family dynamics, and emotional
journeys. The film’s relatable characters and heart-warming moments make
it a worthwhile watch.

Overall Assessment
““The Adventures of Kween Jhonabelle” is a touching film that effectively
blends light-hearted humour with deeper emotional themes. Though the
ending feels rushed, leaving viewers with lingering questions about
Jhonabelle’s future, the movie overall delivers a lasting impression. It’s an
inspiring, thought-provoking story that highlights the complexities of
balancing fame and personal struggles.

JAYME, SARAH MARIE D.


FC1-BSN1-16 NSTP: MOVIE REVIEW

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