It was a night of glitz, guts, and groundbreaking cinema as ‘Flower Girl’ held its red carpet premiere on June 9 at Gateway Cineplex in Quezon City.
Led by actress Sue Ramirez, the cast and creators of the daring new film gathered for a night filled with excitement, laughter, and social conversation.
Ramirez, who takes on the lead role of Ena in this bold genre-bending comedy, made a striking entrance alongside co-stars Martin del Rosario, Jameson Blake, Maxie Andreison, Angel Galang, Donna Cariaga, and KaladKaren. All eyes were on the stars as they posed for photos and interacted with fans and the media.
Also in attendance were some of the industry’s most respected personalities, showing support for the film’s message and creative vision. Among the notable guests were Dolly de Leon, NAIA Black, Chai Fonacier, GandangMorenx, Jamie Casiño, Hershey Neri, and Gabby Padilla.
At the center of the celebration was writer-director Fatrick Tabada, whose bold storytelling and unique voice drew admiration throughout the evening. He was joined by the film’s proud producers from The IdeaFirst Company, Octobertrain Films, and CreaZion Studios—beaming as they witnessed the audience’s warm reception.
The premiere wasn’t just about fashion and photo ops; it was also the launch of a film already making waves for its daring premise. ‘Flower Girl’ tells the story of Ena (Ramirez), a sanitary napkin endorser who mysteriously loses her vagina after offending a trans-fairy played by KaladKaren. With the help of a magical flower, Ena must find someone who loves her despite the loss—before all the petals fall.
Ramirez, in interviews on the red carpet, described the film as a “Fatrick Tabada masterpiece” and praised the director’s fearless storytelling. “Ang tapang, ang tapang talaga,” she said, encouraging audiences to see the film not just for laughs but for its deeper message about identity, equality, and inclusivity.
Guests at the premiere responded with applause and praise, especially for the film’s unique blend of satire, magical realism, and social commentary.
