(from left) Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos in “T-Chicken at Ako” and Dolphy and Rodrick Paulate in “Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay.” Pictures: Ayala Malls Cinemas
Two Filipino traditional LGBTQ-themed movies, “T-Chicken at Ako,” starring the late Famous person Nora Aunor and Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos, and “Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay,” that includes the late Comedy King Dolphy and actor-comedian Rodrick Paulate, are set to return to native cinemas this June in celebration of Satisfaction Month.
Directed by Danny L. Zialcita, the 1982 traditional “T-Chicken at Ako” follows the story of Sylvia (Aunor), who finds herself in a fancy relationship with a nightclub dancer, Sabel (Santos), who unintentionally kills a person in self-defense after he tries to assault her.
Other than the veteran actresses, the film additionally options Dindo Fernando, Tommy Abuel, Suzanne Gonzales and Odette Khan, amongst others.
“Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay,” which was initially launched in 1987, is a follow-up to Dolphy’s “Facifica Falayfay” (1969). Within the sequel, the passing of Facifica’s partner (Pacifico, portrayed by Dolphy) impacts considered one of his youngsters, Rodrigo (Paulate). As Rodrigo navigates self-identity, he seeks approval from his father.
The film, directed by Romy Villaflor, additionally stars Zsa Zsa Padilla, Lotlot de Leon, Eric Quizon and Rolly Quizon, amongst others.
Each movies are a part of Ayala Malls Cinemas’ “A-Rewind” initiative, which showcases digitally restored Filipino classics. This system, in partnership with ABS-CBN Movie Restoration, goals to reintroduce landmark native movies to new generations of viewers, with a particular focus this month on queer tales informed by Philippine cinema.
Beneath this system, classics “Kailan Ka Magiging Akin,” “Tatlong Ina, Isang Anak,” “Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos,” “Hiling” and “Magic Temple” have all been re-released in cinemas earlier this 12 months.
Tickets are priced at P180 for normal patrons and P160 for college students for the screenings of “T-Chicken at Ako” and “Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay” this June. /ra
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