Facifica Falayfay

Facifica Falayfay is a 1969 movie starring Dolphy, adapted from Mars Ravelo’s series of superhero comics.[1][2] A sequel, Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay, was release in 1987.

Plot

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 died, his brothers tried to teach him combat skills and acting like a 'real man'. Later, he meets Pilar (Pilar Pilapil), a movie star whom Facifica idolizes. He falls in love with her and feels the need to protect her.[3][2]

Cast

Reception

Referred to as Dolphy’s ultimate queer movie, critics preferred if Facifica did not become straight and ended up as best friends with Pilar, his leading lady.[2]

Sources

  1. Geronimo, Gian C (July 11, 2012), "Dolphy's gay roles blazed trail in PHL films," GMA News. Retrieved August 8, 2017
  2. 1 2 3 Dayao, Dodo (14 July 2012). "'Facifica Falayfay' & 'Markova: Comfort Gay': Queer act". Philippine Star.
  3. Yap, DJ (12 July 2012). "PNP chief admits being fan of ‘Facifica Falayfay’". Inquirer.
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