| Facifica Falayfay | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Luciano B. Carlos |
| Based on | Facifica Falayfay by Mars Ravelo |
| Produced by | Rodolfo V. Quizon |
| Starring | Dolphy |
| Cinematography | Manoling Bolutano |
| Music by | Restie Umali |
Production company | RVQ Productions |
Release date |
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| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Facifica Falayfay is a 1969 Filipino movie starring Dolphy, adapted from Mars Ravelo’s series of superhero comics.[1][2] A sequel, Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay, was released in 1987.
Plot[edit]
A young boy, Facifica (Dolphy) is raised as a girl by his mother, Aling Kobay (Dely Atay-atayan), who had been longing for a daughter. When Facifica’s mother dies, his brothers tries to teach him combat skills and how to act like a "real man." Later, he meets Pilar (Pilar Pilapil), a movie star that Facifica idolizes. He falls in love with her and feels the need to protect her.[3][2]
Cast[edit]
- Dolphy as Facifica Falayfay
- Panchito
- Pilar Pilapil as Ligaya
- Rod Navarro
- Martin Marfil
- Dely Atay-atayan
Reception[edit]
Referred to as Dolphy's ultimate queer movie, critics preferred if Facifica did not become straight and ended up as best friends with Ligaya, his leading lady.[2]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Geronimo, Gian C (July 11, 2012), "Dolphy's gay roles blazed trail in PHL films," GMA News. Retrieved August 8, 2017
- ^ a b c Dayao, Dodo (July 14, 2012). "'Facifica Falayfay' & 'Markova: Comfort Gay': Queer act". Philippine Star. Archived from the original on April 27, 2017.
- ^ Yap, DJ (July 12, 2012). "PNP chief admits being fan of 'Facifica Falayfay'". Inquirer.
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