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Two janitors. One video game hell. Infinite regret.

Magic Kombat (1995)

Chaotic Filipino '90s energyMortal Kombat knockoff chaosZero-budget ambition

Overview

ComedyFantasyAdventureAction

Two janitors become trapped in a video game world and must fight their way out.

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Content warning

Standout Aspects

Practical Effects

DIY costumes that defined 'we had $12'

Acting

Smokey Manaloto commits harder than the budget allowed

Production

Arcade cabinet sets built in someone's cousin's garage

Best for:Friends: Mystery Science Theater-style group roast required·Binge: Pair with other '90s video game disasters·Background: Perfect for chaotic multitasking energy
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Director

Junn P. Cabreira

ReleasedDec 25, 1995
Runtime1h 44m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensitymedium
Tonelight
Feellight
Mahogany Pictures

Top Cast

Smokey Manaloto

Smokey Manaloto

Mario

Eric Fructuoso

Eric Fructuoso

Luigi

Sharmaine Suarez

Sharmaine Suarez

Blanka

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

The 'video game world' was filmed in an actual closed-down Manila arcade that production designer Dandin Ranillo found dumpster diving for props.

Cultural

Released during the 1995 Philippine video game ban wave, this became underground bootleg legend before resurfacing on YouTube in 2012.

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