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Fantastica (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Fantastica is a 2018 fantasy comedy directed by Barry Gonzalez, starring Vice Ganda as Belat / Princess Fantastica, Leo Brucklacher and Jaclyn Jose. It runs 1 hour 54 minutes and earned $32,011 worldwide on a $100 million budget. Its Echo Score is 13/100.

worldwide gross
$32K
Echo Score
13
budget
$100M
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Fantastica (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 54m (114 min)
Director
Barry Gonzalez
Genres
Comedy , Fantasy
Original language
Tagalog
Budget
$100M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Fantastica About?

The premise of Fantastica without spoilers.

Belat and her family, including her mother Fec and adopted siblings, fight to save their carnival from eviction. Seeking a solution, they turn to Prince, who offers assistance if they first help him find the missing princesses Rapunselya, Maulan, and Ariella. The princesses’ return is crucial to saving the magical land of Fantastica from an unknown threat, and the group embarks on a quest to locate them.

Fantastica Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • prince
  • one word title
  • fictional place
  • place name in title
  • carnaval
  • gay character
  • dog
  • amusement park
  • circus
  • queen
  • horse
  • fairy godmother
+38 more
  • star tattoo
  • ferris wheel
  • throwing a dart at a balloon
  • king
  • sword
  • korean
  • shadow play
  • helipad
  • man against woman
  • stealing a bag
  • slapstick comedy
  • insult
  • insult comedy
  • innuendo
  • musician
  • busker
  • busking
  • little person
  • phlegm
  • fistfight
  • accidentally punched in the face
  • punched in the face
  • stop hand gesture
  • boodle fight
  • dinner
  • sidekick
  • comedic sidekick
  • portal
  • megaphone
  • sonic scream
  • evil queen
  • asking for forgiveness
  • mother daughter relationship
  • bullet time
  • jacket
  • leather jacket
  • sword fight
  • kingdom
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Cast & crew

Fantastica Cast & Characters

Vice Ganda leads the cast as Belat / Princess Fantastica, with Leo Brucklacher as Fantastica 5D Customer and Jaclyn Jose as Fec. Directed by Barry Gonzalez; 42 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Barry Gonzalez

More films directed by Barry Gonzalez: Izla, Princess ‘Daya’ Reese, The Mall, The Merrier and FanGirl FanBoy.

Full filmography
Ratings

Fantastica Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 13/100, strongest in rewatch factor (25) and weakest in character & emotion (10).

13 /100

Fantastica Echo Score Breakdown

Fantastica delivers a largely disappointing cinematic experience, faltering across virtually every core dimension. Direction and editing appear rushed, while production values reveal noticeable flaws in set design and CGI. Performances suffer from uneven acting and limited character depth, contributing to a thin, incoherent storyline that rarely engages. The auditory and visual components feel dated, and the film offers minimal incentive for repeat viewings. Collectively, these shortcomings result in a weak, forgettable entry.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 15

    In terms of art and craft, Fantastica exhibits numerous deficiencies. Direction lacks cohesion, resulting in a disjointed narrative flow, while editing is uneven and often detracts from pacing. Production design appears low‑budget, with set pieces that feel unfinished, and CGI effects are poorly executed, giving the visuals an outdated look. These combined issues undermine the film’s overall visual credibility.

  • Character & Emotion 10

    When evaluating character and emotion, the film falls short. Acting across the ensemble is widely regarded as subpar, with limited emotional nuance and weak chemistry between leads. Character development is minimal, offering little depth or motivation, which renders the protagonists unengaging. Consequently, audiences struggle to connect with the cast, diminishing any potential emotional impact.

  • Story & Flow 15

    Regarding story and flow, Fantastica presents a thin, incoherent plot that lacks clear structure. Pacing is uneven, with scenes that linger without purpose and a conclusion that feels abrupt and unresolved. Originality is scarce, relying heavily on recycled jokes and familiar tropes, which fails to sustain audience interest throughout its runtime.

  • Sensory Experience 20

    In the sensory domain, the film’s audio‑visual elements are underwhelming. The soundtrack is generic, offering little memorability, while sound design lacks depth. Visual style suffers from dated CGI and low‑budget effects that appear inconsistent with contemporary standards. Together, these shortcomings diminish immersion and contribute to a generally flat sensory experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 25

    The rewatch factor for Fantastica is minimal; its limited humor and repetitive jokes fail to provide fresh enjoyment on subsequent viewings. While a few parody moments elicit brief laughter, they are outweighed by the film’s structural flaws and lack of narrative depth, resulting in little lasting appeal for most audiences.

Box office

Fantastica Box Office & Budget

Fantastica grossed $32,011 worldwide on a $100 million budget.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$32K

International
$32K
Budget
$100M
Videos

Fantastica Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Fantastica.

Official Trailer | 'Fantastica'
Details

Fantastica Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “فانتاستيكا” and “Fantástica”.

Also known as
  • فانتاستيكا
  • Fantástica
  • 魔幻奇島
  • 奇妙
  • פנטסטיקה
  • ファンタスティカ
  • Принцессы Фантастики
  • เจ้าหญิงในฝัน
  • 판타스티카로!

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FAQ

Fantastica FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Fantastica, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Fantastica?

Fantastica runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

When was Fantastica released?

Fantastica was released on December 25, 2018.

Who directed Fantastica?

Fantastica was directed by Barry Gonzalez.

More films by Barry Gonzalez

Who is in the cast of Fantastica?

Fantastica stars Vice Ganda as Belat / Princess Fantastica, Leo Brucklacher as Fantastica 5D Customer and Jaclyn Jose as Fec, among 42 credited actors.

How much did Fantastica make at the box office?

Fantastica grossed $32,011 worldwide on a budget of $100 million.

Does Fantastica have a post-credit scene?

No. Fantastica has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Fantastica in?

The original language of Fantastica is Tagalog.

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