Pinoyflix Films and Entertainment Production in cooperation with Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) A film by JR Olinares
Starring Phoebe Walker and special participation of PDEA Director Gen. Wilkins Villanueva (as himself)
Featuring Ritz Azul, Maxine Medina, Ellaine Ochoa, Cheng Alessa, Ameera Johara, Ayeesha Cevantes, Ervic Vijandre
With Christian Vazquez, Jeric Raval, Alex Medina, Jeffrey Santos, Dindo Arroyo, Ping Medina, and Ricardo Cepeda
In this true story-inspired narrative, the motto “Evil is powerless if the good are unafraid” encapsulates the daily courage exhibited by PDEA agents.
This tale centers on seven exceptional women who defy gender norms, showcasing their unwavering dedication and resilience in joining an institution traditionally dominated by men. Their commitment stems from a lifetime of virtues, forming an unshakable foundation that cannot be easily replicated.
“BUY BUST QUEEN” is an advocacy film about women leading the operations of PDEA. It portrays the agency in a positive light during the Philippine drug war.
Cinematography is by Jimboy Signo and Rico Jacinto, screenplay by Lawrence Nicodemus, editing and visual effects by Outpost Frontier and Cre8Team Multimedia, production manager is Rochelle Fermano, assistant director is Ambo Junicto
Line and supervising producer is JR Orlinales, executive producers are Pinoyflix Films and Zaldy Lumacang, directed by JR Orlinales, Jr. (Jose R. Olinares, Jr.)
“In reality today, women agents in PDEA have been increased. Despite being under-represented, women are highly successful in major operations of the agency.
“This film shall break stereotypes and will flip the gender scales a bit, proving that women can join spaces previously dominated by men,” says Direk JR.
Opens February 28 (Wed) in more than 100 cinemas nationwide. #BuyBustQueen
