A sexy dancer who has been accused of homicide is defended by a female lawyer who tries to keep their relationship professional as the latter struggles with the confusion of thoughts and emotions brought about by her budding affections for the dancer.
The film depicts one of the earliest portrayals of LGBT themes in Philippine cinema during a time of heavier censorship and more conservative audiences. The word t-bird is a Filipino slang term for a butch lesbian. The screenplay was written by activist Portia Ilagan who is openly gay.
Directed by Danny Zialcita
Written by Portia Ilagan
Produced by
Hirene Lopez
Ernesto C. Rojas
Starring
Nora Aunor
Vilma Santos
Cinematography Felizardo Bailen
Edited by Enrique Jarlego Sr.
Music byButch Monserrat
Production company:
Film Ventures Inc.
Distributed by
ABS-CBN Film Productions (restored version)
Release date
September 2, 1982
Country: Philippines
Language: Filipino
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A sexy dancer who has been accused of homicide is defended by a female lawyer who tries to keep their relationship professional as the latter struggles with the confusion of thoughts and emotions brought about by her budding affections for the dancer.
The film depicts one of the earliest portrayals of LGBT themes in Philippine cinema during a time of heavier censorship and more conservative audiences. The word t-bird is a Filipino slang term for a butch lesbian. The screenplay was written by activist Portia Ilagan who is openly gay.
Directed by Danny Zialcita
Written by Portia Ilagan
Produced by
Hirene Lopez
Ernesto C. Rojas
Starring
Nora Aunor
Vilma Santos
Cinematography Felizardo Bailen
Edited by Enrique Jarlego Sr.
Music byButch Monserrat
Production company:
Film Ventures Inc.
Distributed by
ABS-CBN Film Productions (restored version)
Release date
September 2, 1982
Country: Philippines
Language: Filipino