We're complete.
Going on a cruise?
Ever since we were in high school,
my bestie and I had big dreams.
Dreams even bigger
than this building that we're cleaning.
Here we are when we were kids.
Yes, that's us as kids.
Just use your imagination.
Badette and I became best friends
because our moms are best friends too.
In our barrio, we're the only ones
with golden brown hair.
Believe it or not,
that's our natural hair color.
Since she wanted to be an actress,
Badette Imaculada formed the first
drama club of Balagtas High School.
She was a true chameleon
who could play all kinds of roles.
But she never gave anyone a chance.
In short, she was a spotlight hog.
That's how it is when you're the best.
Meanwhile, I, Becky Naman,
I'm known for
my legendary talent in music.
Yes, that's true.
I formed a choir
that was once the talk of the town,
as I was the only one in it.
There's your proof.
I was always a solo
even in choral competitions.
It was also in high school that me and my
bestie fell madly in love with one guy.
His name is Pepe Feniz
everyone's ultimate crush.
Let's not talk about him.
This is Nirvana Batungbakal.
You'd think she's a sweet girl.
But she's actually a bully.
And a phony.
Due to lack of funds,
we were not able to go to college.
We didn't even get a scholarship grant.
But even without a college degree,
we kept on dreaming.
- And we haven't lost hope.
- Go inside and practice your dance!
Oh, no. Why do you look tired, madames?
The train broke down.
We had to walk along the tracks.
It's so hot.
- It's really hot.
- Hello, Badette!
Go inside!
It's true. This is where we live.
On the second floor of a gay bar where
screaming queens kept us up all night.
In spite of all the challenges,
Badette and I are happy.
We find joy in the simple things in life.
And we're one big family here.
Aside from playing bingo,
we also love watching the movies of
our favorite actress, Vilma Santos.
I hate this miserable life!
Did I do something wrong?
'Cause I know that relationships
are about give and take!
But ours is different.
I keep giving, and you keep taking!
Doing her lines became our pastime.
You're just his daughter. I am his wife.
I'm his partner in life, and in bed.
We enjoy being silly.
We do whatever we want.
I've heard it said,
and I've been told, that I am just a nun.
A nun who shouldn't meddle
in matters beyond her understanding.
Justice for Comrade Dencio!
Aileen, I don't want to live long.
If I could, I would rather die tomorrow.
To earn extra income,
Badette and I have a side hustle.
Come on. Not too loud.
Don't worry. We cooked
more than enough for everyone.
- Really?
- That's not true!
I went to the restroom,
and when I came back, it was gone.
- I'm sorry. Here.
- Thanks.
It has a unique flavor.
That's my original recipe.
Three orders of chicken for me.
Three?
Here's more!
It smells delicious!
Seriously, I can eat this
all day. It's super yummy.
- It's still flavorful even without gravy!
- Yes!
I'm already full
but I want to keep eating.
Your aroma
That aroma
From neck to chest
And that yummy part
Your aroma excites me
It's all I wanna see
That aroma in every part
So delicious
From neck to chest and thighs
And that yummy part
Finggah lickin', Finggah li-li-lickin'
Finggah lickin', Finggah li-li-lickin'
Finggah lickin', Finggah li-li-lickin'
Finggah lickin', Finggah li-li-lickin'
Finggah lickin', Finggah li-li-lickin'
Finggah lickin', Finggah li-li-lickin'
Did you write that?
Becky has always loved composing
even when we were in high school.
People loved our chicken,
so I composed a song.
- Is that you singing?
- Yes.
Becky, you sound
just as good as Moira dela Torre.
Really? I'm such a big fan of hers.
"Finggah Lickin'" is on Soundtrip.
Free fried chicken
if you play Becky's song.
Sure! We will!
Didn't I tell you?
You're not allowed to sell food inside.
We'll leave now.
You're not listening.
You think
No rice?
Why? What do you feel?
I'm disgusted.
Why? Who do you think you are?
Where did you come from anyway?
Did you receive the invitation
to our section's high school reunion?
I got an email, but I ignored it.
So we're really not going?
Why? Do you want to go?
Not really.
Hello? Miss Jen!
I'm so glad you called again!
Really? Thank you!
I have a taping.
When?
Thank you!
Yes, I am an expert at crying.
Where do you want my tears?
Up? Down? Spiral? Where do you want them?
From my ears?
That's hard. That's an ear infection.
Sis! I'm going to act again!
But I'm still just an extra
But that's how it starts
I'll have a few lines
My God, it's a speaking part?
Someone is dying. I'm supposed to cry.
That's so moving. I'm about to cry.
I need to prepare. I need to internalize.
I have to find a way to play this role
Vilma Santos!
She has a scene like that
in Relasyon. Remember?
Wasn't she overacting?
It's like the house was burning.
Well then, you have to out-act her.
Like you're the one that's burning.
Emil, where are you going?
Where does it hurt, Emil? Come here!
Emil! Where does it hurt?
Not big enough!
Emil Emil Emil
You should act
like you're asking for an award.
Emil, I'll call a doctor.
Emil!
Help us! Emil!
Help us!
Your dancing has no energy.
You should be sexier.
Help! Help!
Madames?
Help us!
Madame! Madame Becky!
What happened to Madame Becky?
Call the Fire Department!
Call an ambulance!
Bestie, that was great.
My God, I felt that. I got goosebumps!
Really?
Yes. But can you give it more passion?
Make it more emotional,
put the emphasis on "Lord!"
- Okay. More emphasis.
- Okay?
I got goosebumps!
I'm so proud of Badette.
Becky!
Where's Badette?
She has a gig. I'll cover for her at work.
- You're such a good friend.
- Of course!
- Well, I better go.
- Okay.
Mr. Director, here's your coffee.
This coffee tastes like a stinky crotch!
I'm sorry.
Moira?
I'm your biggest fan!
Thank you.
I'll make sure your dry hair falls off.
Please don't mind him. It's okay.
Please give me a rundown of
Moira's schedule after her pictorial here.
That's just elevator music.
Who's the stupid person who
chose that song as elevator music?
It's horrendous! It grates on my ears.
Those who aren't
needed on set, just leave.
Don't piss me off. I don't have much time.
Let the talents in!
They're here, Mr. Director.
Is that all right? Come here
Hi, Mr. Director!
- This way.
- Get ready.
Mr. Director, I lost someone last week.
So I can relate to the pain.
It was just my goldfish, but I really
loved it. I treated it like family.
I bring my goldfish
to the park every morning.
Don't worry. I can cry easily.
Why? Who told you that you have to cry?
Your executive producer, Miss Jen.
- Miss Jem?
- It's Jen.
I don't care whether it's Jem or Jen.
No crying scene. Just lie down.
You're a dead person.
A dead person?
- Go!
- For real?
Director, I studied my character.
But you only want me
to play dead? Are you sure?
Am I really dead?
No, it's the one behind you.
Becky Po.
Becky Po.
Not like one.
Oh, no. Actually my name is Becky
I know what kind
of person you are, Becky Po.
You think I don't know
that the cheap "elevator music"
playing earlier was
coming from your cellphone?
And more.
Madame, you're already drunk.
Madame, you're drunk again.
Dream on! You'll never
be famous like Moira!
There! Louder!
Louder! More!
That's it!
Louder!
What are you doing?
Why did you get up?
Mr. Director, so you'll have a good angle.
You need to sh**t my reaction, right?
You know more than me, huh!
Just lie down, play dead,
and don't breathe!
Louder!
Are you messing with me?
Why did you get up?
Mr. Director, I couldn't
hold my breath any longer.
- Replace her!
- Okay, Mr. Director.
Please don't. I'm sorry.
Let me just put you in the next scene.
Do I have a line?
I'm great at delivering lines,
even long ones.
You're still a dead person.
Get inside the incinerator. Quick!
What?
Badette?
You coming from your taping?
That miserable taping!
I wore myself down
preparing for that role.
I didn't realize
I'd be playing a dead person.
I just lay in that coffin.
I felt so bad that I slept.
But then, that stupid operator
thought I was really dead.
That idiot! He pushed me
inside an incinerator!
I felt the flames around me.
I woke up. It was blazing hot.
I was almost barbecued!
You know
I saw Moira dela Torre earlier.
I was made to feel
that my talent was worthless.
I was so embarrassed. I felt like sh*t.
I don't want this life anymore, Badette.
I don't like being bullied.
Everything is narrow. Everything stinks.
We have nothing to eat.
I'm sick of the dirt and the grime.
Don't worry.
For now, they are lofty,
unreachable, shining like stars.
But I promise you, Mother.
Tomorrow, the stars will kneel.
Mother? Really?
At the lowest moment of our lives,
Nirvana arrives,
sprouting like a pesky mushroom.
We've been following Waze
just to avoid the traffic.
I can't believe I'd run into you.
You're as beautiful as ever.
It's like there's a spotlight
shining on you. You're glowing.
Oh, stop! I haven't been
sleeping much these past few weeks.
Organizing a class reunion
can be so stressful.
We don't know
what you two have been up to.
It's highly confidential, okay?
Our school will give you an award.
I don't want to go.
People just show up
to reunions to brag. What about us?
What do we have to brag about?
Let's just fake it then.
I'm sure most of them will
lie about their achievements anyway.
Bestie, didn't you hear Nirvana?
She said, we'll receive an award.
It's a huge honor.
What are the chances
that this would happen in our lifetime?
Fine. Supposing we go,
what will we wear?
It'll be a glamorous event.
We don't have the budget.
Our electricity is about to be cut off.
Look around you.
Colorful outfit, you say?
They better be ready for us!
How are you? Hello!
Nirvana!
My God, you came prepared!
You're good at giving compliments.
Why do they look like
they've seen a ghost?
Fifi, Lala, please
bring them to their seats.
I thought the dress code
was supposed to be colorful.
They probably bought those
hideous outfits at some cheap bazaar!
Oh, come on.
Maybe that's the best they can do?
Maybe they just wanted to look their best
'cause they're receiving an "award."
Nirvana!
It's so beautiful! I'm impressed!
Cut the crap, Nirvana.
We heard everything.
Hey, Miss Minchin! Where are you going?
Come back!
I'm so furious that I couldn't even pee!
It'll be your fault if Badette gets UTI!
May I have some nuts?
Bestie, I should have listened to you.
Have we fallen behind?
Is this it? Have we peaked?
Hey! Why do you keep looking around?
I wonder what if we run into Pepe?
We're going to ignore him, right?
Let's be real.
Even though we hate him, he's hot.
When he smiles, and when his eyes squint,
don't you get weak in the knees?
That's true.
Bestie, I have a confession.
What is it?
That bastard speaks fluent English, right?
But once he speaks in his native dialect,
it feels like
there's electricity running inside me.
What's that like?
Like this
- If that happens, you have to slap me.
- Okay.
I don't want to be fooled.
Sure.
Don't worry. I'm sure he won't come.
A handsome guy like Pepe
would probably look old by now.
He's so vain.
He won't show up
looking haggard in front of everyone else.
You're right about that.
Why is everyone so still?
Come on, don't be shy! Let's dance!
If you look under your chairs,
you'll see a certificate of attendance
What the hell
They didn't even ask us to go
on stage to receive our certificate!
They just hid it under the chair!
What's this, parlor games?
Doc!
Councilor Nicolo Balmaceda!
Mayor Lexter Tarriela!
Councilor Eusebio Guevarra!
Professor Mark Arnaiz!
Architect Kate Florendo!
Vice Governor Carlo Moreno!
Colonel Philip Suzara!
Ambassador Jay Villamore!
Monsignor Mario Zulueta!
Oh, wait. I still have two names here.
I almost forgot.
Nirvana Batungbakal.
Nirvana Batungbakal.
At that moment,
Badette and I felt so small.
And for the first time,
we accepted the fact that we are losers.
Too strong.
So a blazer makes you an achiever?
Not really!
Didn't you cheat in our exams
back in high school?
You're so dressed up!
Is that what you call "funeral fashion"?
Becky? Badette?
You may not believe me,
but my conscience won't let me rest.
What I did was wrong.
I dated both of you at the same time
just to impress my friends.
I really hurt you.
Pepe. Please. Don't you get it?
Could you please leave us alone?
We don't want to see
your sweet, cute, adorable face!
Please, just leave us alone,
or we might do something we'll regret.
Perhaps it was the alcohol,
but something possessed me.
Hey, Becky!
I want to get everyone's attention.
Come on, let's go! You're already drunk!
I said hello!
What?
Have I become a statue?
You just walk right past me.
You don't talk to me.
You don't kiss me anymore.
You don't acknowledge me.
I hate this miserable life!
What? Have I become a statue?
You just walk right past me.
Did I do something wrong?
'Cause I know that
relationships are about give and take!
But ours is different.
I keep giving and you keep taking!
Yes, you gave me a ring once.
But after that?
You gave me nothing!
You won't even give me steamed buns!
At that moment, I wanted
to play a trick on everybody
Especially on Nirvana.
Just like how she played a trick on us.
So now that we've got you all interested.
I have a secret to tell you.
Girl, why did you say that?
At least now we have their attention!
Yes!
We are lesbians!
Madames.
Madames, fill me in on the gossip.
What time is it?
Badette, get up!
But first, you have to tell me about the
guy who dropped you off last night?
He's so handsome. Daddies are my type.
He said his name is Pepe.
He brought us home?
It's true!
You were both so drunk.
You puked on him at the same time.
What?
We puked?
Are you drunk or do you have amnesia?
Don't tell me you forgot about last night.
- There, bestie.
- Yes.
Congratulations! Can we
take a picture with you?
Okay.
- Congrats again!
- Thank you.
- What was that?
- Bestie.
Why are they staring at us?
It must be the papaya soap
we've been using.
Look, my skin feels much smoother.
You look younger, bestie.
- Look at you! You're glowing!
- Really?
- Yes!
- Let's ask the guard.
For real?
Becky, Badette!
You have nothing to be ashamed of!
What?
Your love is what matters.
It doesn't matter what anyone says.
As long as you're not hurting anyone.
Wait a minute. Are you sober?
Wait. They don't seem to know.
Know what?
It's going viral.
Yes,
we are lesbians!
You're dykes?
Yes. Must we keep repeating ourselves?
And why do you sound so disgusted?
And what about you?
All straight men!
And straight women!
What if we disrespected you?
What if you get insulted
every day for being who you are?
Just for being men or women?
How would you feel?
Is gender what defines us as human beings?
Bestie, that's so emotional.
Was that line from a movie?
I was so wasted.
It must feel good to receive one of these
You feel valued and validated.
Becky and I,
we've been struggling.
We've done all sorts of odd jobs.
But luck has eluded us so far.
It's difficult being poor.
You feel worthless.
But because of Becky
because of my bestie
Somehow, I feel a reason for being.
My life has value.
I found an ally, a true friend.
Your aroma excites me.
It's all I want
That aroma in every part so delicious.
From neck to chest and thighs,
every part's so nice
Lo-lo-lo-love it
Bestie, that was some trip!
Why did we get so drunk?
I'm so embarrassed!
I've watched this video five times.
And every time, it still makes me cry.
I thought it was just about fried chicken.
I didn't realize
- Lo-lo-lo-love it
- Finggah lickin'
Mom, drink some water. Here.
Please calm down.
When Fe and I watched your video,
we couldn't believe it.
Why are you crying?
Listen to us first.
We felt ashamed of ourselves.
You wouldn't have
become lesbians if it weren't for us.
What are you talking about?
Listen, we have something to say.
The truth is
The truth is,
Fe and I have been dating for a long time.
What?
Ever since your dads d*ed,
we've leaned on each other for support.
Shortly after,
I found myself falling for her.
And she felt the same.
But we kept it a secret because
we didn't want to cause you shame.
You showed such courage,
so Fe and I decided that it's time for us
to come out as well.
What?
We are so proud of you both.
We thought we would have to
hide our relationship forever.
But you showed us that
we have nothing to be ashamed of.
- Nothing to be ashamed of.
- Yes.
Well, Aids, are you ready?
Ready for what?
We'll post on Facebook.
Which picture would look best?
It won't get a lot
of likes without a picture.
- That's true.
- Aids,
use the one
where we kissed in Pagsanjan Falls.
Remember that? We look cute there.
But what if our friends
and relatives reject us?
It'll be so sad for us.
Mom, we're here.
We wholeheartedly accept you.
Yes, Mom. And if people
won't accept you, it's their loss.
Really?
Yes.
You're so kind to us.
- Thank you for understanding.
- Stop crying, Mom.
So, madames, everything
you said in this video was a lie?
Of course.
That was convincing.
Of course, I'm an actress.
But, bestie, you surprised me.
I didn't know
you had a hidden talent for acting.
It's normal for us
to throw lines like that.
And we were both drunk.
I guess I really
wanted to piss off Nirvana.
That's another reason.
You sure fooled everyone, madames.
The video has
reached almost 1 million views.
- No!
- The video.
- Really?
- Yes.
And it inspired other videos as well.
But, madames
as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community,
I'm a bit bothered.
Don't you feel guilty?
Bona is right, bestie.
Let's put an end to this
before things get out of hand.
Let's say it was just a prank.
- You think so?
- Yes.
Okay.
Right?
Hello? Hello? Sorry, I can't hear you.
We have a weak signal. Hello?
Hello.
Hello there? Hello!
- Hello?
- Hello, yes.
May I speak with Ms. Becky Naman?
Speaking. Who is this, please?
This is Ice Seguerra. I am a singer.
Sir Ice Seguerra,
I know who you are! Oh my!
I saw your viral video.
I salute you both for being brave.
Thank you.
I heard your song
"Finggah Lickin"!
- I'm very impressed.
- For real?
Honestly
If you have any other songs
apart from "Finggah Lickin'"
Bestie, are you okay?
Hello?
I'm sorry.
It's just that I've been waiting
for this opportunity for a long time.
Thank you.
I promise I won't let you down, Sir Ice!
Please just call me Ice.
All right.
Thank you very much, Becky.
Bona!
Ice Seguerra is going to produce my album!
Congrats, madame!
Wait a minute.
Bestie, you know this is wrong. Right?
It's like we're taking advantage of
the lesbian community for our own gain.
I'm the director of I See You,
the highest grossing
independent film in the Philippines,
which earned 420 million pesos
in the box office.
Wow, you're the movie director! Congrats!
Share the money with us.
That was way back in 2017.
Besides, my producers
got most of the money.
And I want you to play the lead.
- Me?
- Yes!
I'm looking for a lead
And I think that's you.
For real?
You don't sound pleased?
I'm very happy.
I'm just controlling my emotions
so I don't drop dead.
Anyway, I watched your viral video.
You made me cry.
Especially when your tears fell
from your eye.
Thank you.
So I saw your show.
My God, you were dead,
but your face was full of emotion.
I knew I would make you the lead
in The Woman with a Bird.
The Woman with a Bird?
My assistant will
get in touch with you. Okay?
Bestie, if I understood it correctly,
you will play the lead
in your very own TV show?
Right?
Yes.
Too bad it won't happen.
I mean, we have to tell
the public the truth about us.
Let's not make hasty decisions.
We can keep it a secret.
I can work with that.
Congrats, madames!
Help! Help me!
It looks like someone needs my help again.
Powerful bird, bird of the universe,
possess me with your spirit!
Wititit-wititwit-sabi-ng-pipit!
It seemed only yesterday that
Badette was stuck playing bit parts.
No one cared about my song.
Possess me with your spirit!
Now, we are both super successful!
- Becky Naman!
- Badette Imaculada!
- Bestie, Becky.
- Bestie, Badette.
We are regarded as
the power couple of Filipino lesbians.
Here they are, live in person!
The celebrities we all admire!
Our beloved BB!
Lesbian majesties Becky Naman
and Badette Imaculada!
What's the secret to your staying power?
Janice, we just want to greet our fans
And The Original
I-Saw-Three-Ducklings Fans Club!
Even though you're already famous?
Even from our close friends.
Whenever they travel,
they always gift us
a keychain with a nail cutter.
I guess people still have
their stereotypes and internalized biases.
Sometimes you have to tap them on the
shoulder and give them a gentle reminder.
Tell them, hey, why does it
always have to be a nail cutter?
How about a nail file instead.
Wow! You're so sweet to each other!
They're so cute.
Amazing! Now you're both so busy.
Becky has an upcoming
concert tour in North America
- with Ice Seguerra
- See you there!
And you, Badette,
you're about to start your new show,
The Woman with a Banana.
Wow, really?
So now that you're both incredibly busy
That's why we're taking
a two-week vacation in Europe.
- Isn't that right, Bibi?
- Yes, Bibi.
Yay! Superb.
- They're asking you to kiss.
- What?
Don't make us kiss on camera!
I was also surprised, madames.
That wasn't in our agreement.
We're lucky she didn't ask us
about our wedding plans.
The press has been hounding us with that.
Do you think we'll reach that?
- Where?
- We have to get married
so we won't lose everything.
If we have to, then why not?
I don't want that bestie.
I still want men. I'm so thirsty for men.
We don't need men.
Have you forgotten
where we were last year?
Do you want to go back?
Then say it with me,
with conviction, savor every word:
We don't need men.
We don't need men.
Louder.
We don't need men!
Because our femininity is enough.
We don't need men!
This is our mantra!
We'll keep saying it until
we've lost all attraction
for the male species.
We don't need men!
We don't need men!
- We don't need men!
- We don't need men!
We don't need men!
We don't need men!
We don't need men!
- We don't need men!
- We don't need men!
- We don't need men!
- We don't need men!
We don't need men!
We don't need men!
We do not need
I'm sort of bothered
by how quickly you gave in.
Be bothered later.
For now, get their names, addresses,
and the stores where they shop.
Get their mobile wallet accounts as well.
You may not know this.
Even then, we knew that they would go far.
- They have remained humble
- I'm sorry.
We have an appointment after this.
Is there something funny?
Funny? No, I don't think so.
Is it offensive? Yes, it is.
Actually, we should be
the ones apologizing.
We won't be part of an
advertising campaign
that makes fun of lesbians.
You'll have to find another endorser.
- Let's talk about this.
- Two lesbians sucking oysters?
You know exactly what you're doing.
Becky
Badette
Becky Badette
Wait! Please wait!
I don't know.
Lesbians can be very dramatic.
Even my friends don't find
my advertising campaigns funny.
Nirvana
you're not very close to
your lesbian friends, are you?
If you were really close,
they would have smacked you.
My company needs this.
This project has to push through,
or my company would have to shut down.
That your company is undergoing a crisis.
But I don't think
we can come to an agreement.
I mean, we don't even get along.
How will we work together?
Let's be honest.
We don't like each other.
And that's okay.
So our company has decided
to hire another ad agency.
Are you tired, bestie?
I'm tired of pretending, bestie.
I don't know how long
I can keep doing this.
I know it's not easy.
But we're finally achieving our dreams.
We can't quit now.
Let's just compensate by helping others.
You're the one who
gives me strength, bestie.
I don't know what I'd do without you.
Ever since we were young,
I promised that I'd do
everything to keep Badette safe.
Bestie, it's our first time to see snow.
Am I dressed
appropriately for Switzerland?
Sure. If you want to catch the flu.
No one knows us there. We can date men.
Madames, do you know a Pepe Feniz?
Why?
I am somewhat bothered.
He posted an Instagram story.
And he tagged all of your
official social media accounts.
What does it look like?
Like this, madames.
What did Pepe post? Let me see.
Very intriguing, madame.
His post is insane.
There's a caption.
What is he talking about
and why is he so mysterious?
Madames, isn't it obvious?
He regrets losing one of you.
He's an attractive daddy.
And such a gentleman.
He was mean in high school.
He dated us and bet with friends
over which one of us
would fall for him first.
So who did?
Badette, gave in.
Wait a minute.
That's fake news. It's in my diary.
I'll find my diary.
See?
See how upset we are
just by recalling the past.
We won't let him in!
- He might ruin our friendship again.
- Absolutely.
But, madames,
aren't you interested to find out
which one of you is
No!
- Oh, God. I'm going to bed.
- Me too.
- I suddenly got bad vibes.
- Crazy.
Badette and I started keeping secrets
from each other, because of Pepe.
- No doubt.
- It's so obvious.
- This is about me.
- He's referring to me.
Gotcha!
Thank you. Get me a cup of cappuccino.
It's freezing in Switzerland right now.
And you often get colds.
You might get sick there.
I get colds and you get dizzy spells.
The journey will be 20 hours.
You might not be able to handle it.
Can you spell the word Switzerland?
Yes! Switzerland?
S-W-E-E-T...
There's just one "E." See?
Why would we take a break in a country
whose name we can't even spell?
Do you know the capital of Switzerland?
Of course!
Not.
Me neither.
We'll probably get lost.
Where else can we go on vacation?
So we won't have to adjust.
Yes, sunny.
And most importantly, easy to spell.
- Batangas!
- Batangas!
Coffee!
That was tiring.
I think I'm going to sleep.
Me too, bestie.
I'm going to read a novel.
Wow! What novel?
Something easy to read.
Pepe
Pepe
Where are you?
Where could he be?
Bestie?
- You're sleeping?
- You're reading?
I just thought
We rarely go on vacation. Why sleep?
So I quickly threw something on
and decided to explore the resort.
You just threw something on, huh?
Yeah, just like you.
I grabbed the first thing
I could find in my suitcase.
Becky? Badette?
Pepe?
Poor guy.
Actually, I didn't
understand a word he said.
- Pepe!
- Yes?
You speak English so quickly.
My mind's having a hard time
translating it.
I'm conscious speaking in Tagalog
because of my accent.
I just want us to get along.
Here, this will relax you.
So you'll calm down.
She forgot her medication.
Come here.
They say
- My grandpa says
- So even your grandpa has an opinion?
He made mistakes too.
Is it just you?
Guys
Yeah!
It's so pretty!
I stepped on something. It hurts!
But you're wearing sandals.
Yeah, but I also got a cramp.
I can't walk!
No, it's okay, Pepe.
I'll take care of my bibi.
No need. I think I'm okay now.
- Are you sure?
- Yes, look at me.
Okay, fine.
Sort of.
What's that?
Oxtail and tripe stew.
My favorite.
That cooks quickly.
- I didn't know you're a good cook.
- You two are celebrities, aren't you?
You're the lesbians!
Can I take a picture with you?
Make it look nice!
You okay with this?
You don't look so bad in person.
Right, dude?
I have a question.
You settled for each other
'cause nobody else would?
- Sorry.
- All right. You should go.
Bro, don't be rude. Just leave.
Who are you anyway?
Mind your own business!
Maybe you want to
sleep with these lesbians!
Pepe!
Stop it!
Go away!
Pepe!
What can I do for you? Where does it hurt?
Pepe Come here.
True. But if celebrities like us
can experience discrimination,
it can be far worse for ordinary people.
Oh, I'm sorry!
What's that? I heard it's effective.
Dishwashing liquid.
You and Nirvana were a couple?
But you weren't nice to each other
during our reunion?
After that, I didn't want to live anymore.
You seem to have lost your accent.
It has that effect on me.
One drink, and I suddenly feel relaxed.
Try it. You must have
been stressed from earlier.
I want to try it.
Me too.
Sorry.
What's this? Gasoline?
Acetone?
You'll get used to it.
After a while, you'll start to relax.
Admit it.
Your post was about the woman you lost
That was Nirvana, right?
No.
My break-up with Nirvana
was a blessing in disguise.
I realized who I truly loved.
Even when I was with Nirvana,
my heart was yearning for someone else.
Who?
She's happy with someone else.
Did you ask her?
She's not into men.
Give me some of that. I need to calm down.
Me too.
Give me that!
It's nice here.
Where are we?
Wow.
Beautiful!
- This is different!
- Look at this!
Canada!
I came up with a haiku!
For the woman I love.
Yay! Haiku!
Wow! Haiku!
- What's a haiku?
- I have no idea.
"All I really want
is to love you and win your heart
forever."
Where's the haiku?
That's the haiku. It's a short poem.
It's beautiful!
While you were reciting your haiku,
- I came up with a song just for you.
- Let me hear!
Pepe, Pepe, Pepe, Pepe
That's beautiful!
I choreographed an interpretative dance.
Just for you, Pepe.
It's finished.
Pepe while Badette was dancing,
I made an amazing sand castle for you.
- It's huge!
- Let's go inside!
That's all you can do for Pepe?
Why? What can you do
for him that I can't do?
Here I k*lled the boatman for Pepe!
Just kidding!
My talent fee, please?
That includes the ketchup
that I bought for the fake blood.
The absinthe's good, sir.
There's still some left!
Bestie, wake up!
Don't disturb me!
I said wake up!
I was having sexy time with Pepe.
Where is Pepe?
Hey, where is Pepe?
Ma'am, he asked go back
to the resort early this morning.
He had a virtual meeting.
Why didn't he wake us up?
Help us.
Let's go back to the resort. Let's go.
Wait, sis, I need to pee.
Pepe seems sincere, doesn't he?
He's such a gentleman.
Imagine, he defended us
against those rude drunks.
He didn't have to do that.
True. And he seems
sincere in his apologies.
Well, we were just kids.
It's only right for us to forgive him.
Don't worry, bestie.
After Pepe confesses his feelings,
I'll talk to him.
And after we get married,
you and I will still be together.
Of course, we're good friends.
I'll make sure you'll have your own room.
You won't feel like a spinster.
Our children will be your children.
You'll take care of them
whenever Pepe and I are on vacation.
Is that right?
We're best friends after all.
We've been through a lot.
I won't forget you
even when we're old and weak.
Pepe is a good man.
He won't allow you
to be put in a nursing home.
Unless you lose your mind
and keep playing with the oven
so the house almost burns down.
Then there's nothing I can do.
We took care of you.
Why would you incinerate our home?
You have to try to get along.
You understand?
Thank God I'm done peeing.
Hey! What are you doing?
I'm exercising!
We're out of shape.
We might have to push the boat.
Come on! Join me!
Bestie, I'm glad
you came up with this idea.
Of course.
It's like we've forgotten why
we took a vacation in the first place.
- We deserve this.
- You're right.
But I get sleepy whenever I get a massage.
I know. Especially if you get
a back massage.
It makes you fall asleep.
But Pepe is waiting
for us at the pool bar.
Pepe will wait.
Harder.
But what if I fall asleep completely
You have too many concerns.
Take care of her, okay?
Just keep massaging her. My stomach hurts.
Attaboy! You didn't get enough sleep?
Then why do you look so fresh?
You look handsome in this picture.
I should have taken more pictures
and brought them with me.
You didn't get enough sleep?
Even though you have a bit of a belly.
Just a bit more,
and they'll fall in love with you.
You're so handsome, Pepe.
Hey! What are you doing here?
You're something else.
The crap about self-care, self-love.
But the truth is, you're selfish.
You book a massage
to make me fall asleep?
Hey!
Good thing we saw each other, Badette.
Wow! Look who's playing dumb?
- You're going to eat all of this?
- Yes, I am.
I need to cheer myself up
after what I just saw.
What's up with you?
Listen!
We have to be wary of Pepe!
He's not showing us his true self!
He seemed to act different.
Different how?
Like this
Did you drink a sh*t of absinthe?
I don't have a good feeling about Pepe!
So the rumors are true.
The snake woman is here.
Idiot. The title is The Woman with a Bird.
Don't you have a heart?
You've already shut down my ad agency!
And now, this woman is stealing my Pepe?
How can Badette steal your Pepe?
Yeah, Pepe is mine! He was never yours!
I always knew that Pepe
was obsessed with you, Badette!
I tolerated it because I loved him.
But when I unlocked his phone,
it was filled with your pictures!
But I can't.
I'm here to beg him to come back to me.
But now you're here. What does this mean?
Are you a couple now?
I bet you've been
flirting with him for a while.
You're a whore!
Hit me! Come on!
What does this woman have that I don't?
I won't let her have you!
Pepe, she's harassing me.
This is not over! Whore!
Oh, my God!
You think I'll back down?
I still can't believe what happened.
Didn't you hear what I said about Pepe?
Bestie, I know it's hard for you
to accept that Pepe chose me.
But you don't have to worry.
Our friendship will stay the same.
Believe me, it's okay with me
if you give up our friendship,
as long as I know that
he will take care of you.
But he's hiding something from us!
But, bestie, we're also hiding a secret.
Not just to Pepe
but to the entire country.
We even profit from our lies.
We don't have
the right to be self-righteous.
I know where this is coming from.
You're worried that people
will find out the truth about us.
Bestie,
if you want to keep
pretending to be a lesbian
to save your career,
I'll support you.
It's okay if I come across as the villain.
It looks like you've made up your mind.
Becky, Badette
Pepe
Did I hear that right?
Is it true that you love me?
But because of Becky
because of my bestie
Somehow, I feel a reason for being.
My life has value.
I found an ally, a true friend.
You're the one who
gives me strength, bestie.
I don't know what I'd do without you.
To tell you the truth
Badette and I haven't been happy.
And we often fight over you.
The truth is,
she also has feelings for you.
I let her have her way.
But it pains me deeply.
It feels like I've lost
someone who's more than a friend.
What are you, really?
What do you really want?
You.
What? Are you deaf? I want you.
Are you crazy?
You're a woman. I'm a woman too.
You're wrong.
I didn't hear you.
Isabel
I'm so crazy for you.
You make me feel like a real man.
I want you. From head to toe.
Stop. Keep your hands off me.
Why? Don't you want me too?
I'm not into women.
You'll get used to it.
I can take any man
even if they're ugly, old, or stinky.
But never someone like you.
But why? What do I make you feel?
I'm disgusted.
Why? Who do you think you are?
Where is it from?
From the dirt!
Out of the blue
My chest starts pounding
There's sadness and hurt
I can't understand
Am I envious of you
Or jealous of him
My heart is bewildered
Am I falling for you?
Before it was just us
As close as skin can be
But now there's someone else
And you love him so
I can't understand
Why my heart feels
It's about to explode
Why can't it be me?
My heart is so confused
Out of the blue
everything changed.
Do I like you more than a friend?
We were just pretending at first.
But it feels real to me now.
What is this I'm going through?
My heart is so confused
Am I falling for you?
Why? Oh, Pepe. Don't!
Becky!
Becky!
Where did she go?
Becky!
Gorgeous.
I can understand wanting
to run around the beach.
But running around a car? Really?
You both look silly.
I don't know.
He's so naughty.
You've been going out a lot.
And a lot of our fans have noticed.
They're starting to wonder.
I know. But what can we do?
It's so hard to keep hiding.
Is it?
It's only been three days
since we got back from Batangas.
I know. But we're not used to being apart.
We want to move in together.
I've thought of a solution
so that your career won't be affected.
What?
I'll grant an interview
on Boy Abunda's TV show.
That's what celebrities
with issues do, right?
I'll tell him that I've been unfaithful.
And I'm leaving you.
People will pity you.
You'll be even more famous.
You'll turn your back
on everything for Pepe?
Nothing matters more to me now than Pepe.
Pepe is my source of happiness.
Really? You're mistaken.
But I'm sick of being alone.
I want real affection.
Like this?
I like it a bit rough.
How about this?
I like being choked.
Two hands?
Yeah. But not too hard.
Just squeeze it. Like that
What are you doing?
Isn't it obvious?
I don't want to lose you.
Let's be together! Please be mine!
What are you talking about?
Are you crazy?
We are both women.
You're wrong.
I didn't hear you. I'm disgusted.
Why? Who do you think you are?
What makes you so proud?
It's just a body.
Where is it from? The dirt!
Yes, I came from the dirt!
But at least, I go to church!
Lord says that anyone
who swings the other way
is despised and scorned by God!
I'm sorry.
Here's the revised script, madames.
Really?
- This is the final revision.
- Again?
There's just too many revisions.
I know right.
Beck-Beck! Bidette! How are you?
Director, we're not them.
Why'd you kiss me?
They're not the stars.
They're our clients.
Also, it's Becky and Badette.
- Oh, okay.
- Those are their names.
Madames, this is our director.
- Hi, Mr. Director!
- Good morning.
Are they our endorsers?
Yes.
That's interesting.
You already know your lines?
Yes.
And you're a couple in real life, right?
So this should be easy for you.
So you'll decorate a Christmas tree.
Then you'll face the camera.
Then you'll slowly sit down.
We won't rehearse anymore.
You're supposed to be good.
Your coffee is on the way.
Badette, please.
No matter what we're going through,
don't let it affect our work.
You don't have to remind me.
I'm a professional.
So why are you frowning?
Put on a smile, will you?
The director hasn't said "Action!" yet.
Wait for it.
You want me to be happy, huh.
You know, ever since our video
went viral, our life has been so hectic!
That's why we need to take a break!
Especially during Christmas time.
That is our secret.
You know the icing on top?
- What was that?
- It's stronger than Absinthe!
My vision is spinning.
- Can we just drink apple juice?
- No!
You're getting paid millions.
One more take!
Mayumi Whiskey is special.
It's super relaxing.
You know the icing on top?
You should know it.
- Do you know it?
- You should. It's your line.
They need to remember their lines!
We know our lines. We're just kidding.
Mayumi Whiskey is special.
It really is. It's crazy.
It'll make you happy.
You know the icing on top?
It's good, right?
Did you see that? It's great!
Mr. Director, can we do one more take?
- We promise to be better.
- Of course! Sure!
Right?
Ever since our video
See, I got their names right
the first time.
It's really special. It's super relaxing!
You know the icing on top?
Loved one? You don't love anybody.
You're selfish.
Hey, watch your mouth!
What about you? You're so possessive.
You act as if you own me.
You think your words don't hurt me?
You speak harshly.
You once told me I'm a greedy pig,
but you're the one who's a gobbler!
- Did I say that?
- Yes, you did!
What are you on?
You took everything from me.
I'm left with nothing.
What are you talking about? Don't
- You want to do it?
- Yes!
Let's square off then!
Even a circle or a triangle!
Try me!
- Leave us alone!
- Come on!
Mr. Director, please say cut.
Let's square off.
Mr. Director!
- Let's give it a go!
- Mr. Director.
Cut! Cut!
It's a cut! Let's pack up now!
Take Madame Badette to the other side!
- Madame Becky, this way please.
- Great!
Everyone, it's a wrap!
Traffic was bad. We got here so late.
Of course, we didn't forget
to bring your favorite food.
Try these rice cakes while they're hot.
They're freshly made.
Where's Badette?
She's at a taping.
Taping? We texted her first
about our visit today.
She didn't reply.
She's been really busy
We barely see each other anymore.
Why? Are you having problems?
What do you mean?
Ogie Diaz mentioned you in a blind item.
He said you and Badette had a fight
while sh**ting your TV commercial.
People think that maybe you've split up.
It's a blind item.
How do you know it's about us?
He gave a clue.
So what's the clue?
He said a lesbian couple split up.
I have something to tell you.
What is it?
Hold on tight.
You don't have to hold on to me.
Let's hold on to this.
We lied to you
and the public.
We only pretended to be lovers
because it gave us opportunities.
I hope you can forgive us.
You're our children.
We will always try to understand you.
But what you did was wrong.
We came out because of you.
Surely a lot of people
have been inspired by you.
They were afraid before, but they came out
'cause they thought you were their allies.
Now they're about to find out
that you took them for a ride.
I'll make things right. I promise.
It's not just you.
Badette deceived them too.
You both started this.
You have to finish it together.
Own up to your mistakes.
Where is she anyway?
She's fallen for Pepe.
He fooled us back in high school.
Which Pepe? You mean, Pepe Feniz?
Yes.
- Your handsome classmate?
- That's him.
That guy almost ruined
your friendship with Badette, right?
Yes. And I won't let him do that again.
I know he has bad intentions
and I'll prove it.
Please tell me you've accomplished it.
I have intel.
My informant said that those two
are pretending to be lesbians.
I know they've been pining for you,
even back in high school.
You have to record
Badette's confession on camera.
They closed down my agency.
I have to destroy them.
And then we'll upload it
for everyone to see.
But I'm struggling.
You're the one I want to hug, not her.
Oh, my Pepe!
You want a confession?
You were listening?
Yes. And I recorded your whole confession.
I'll show it to the public.
They'll see how the two of you
have been plotting against Badette and me.
Let's see who gets canceled.
No! What kind of a man are you?
Have you lost your balls?
Why are you letting this woman use you?
But isn't it true?
You and Badette are only
pretending to be lesbians!
Fine. I'll admit it.
We fooled the public.
- See?
- But I'll deny it.
You have no proof 'cause I have the video.
I'll only show the public
what I want them to see.
Are you angry? You're angry, aren't you?
You must be so angry you could die.
Sorry, madame.
But it looks like you're
the one who's going to die.
I was able to record
your whole confession.
- I'll admit it.
- Bona?
We fooled the public.
You conspired with Nirvana?
It's true. I've been hiding
in the car this entire time.
As I said, I have super reliable intel.
I paid Bona
so she would spill your secrets.
We have a deal, madame.
If I record their confession,
I get double.
I'll even triple it.
Seriously, madame?
Bona
how could you betray us like this?
Honestly, madame,
I wasn't just somewhat bothered,
or sort of bothered,
or even a little bit bothered.
Truth is, I was super bothered
by what you did! It wasn't right!
We can discuss this.
I don't have to upload your confession
In exchange,
I want 50 million pesos.
50 million pesos?
Are you sure, Nirvana?
You're the unluckiest bitch, Nirvana.
I recorded your entire confession
through my drone camera.
Bestie! Do you know
I've got you, bestie.
You were so loud, you woke me up!
So you recorded us. Big deal.
True. But I also caught you
blackmailing Becky on camera.
You want us to be canceled? Fine.
But we'll make sure you go to jail!
Article 123? Is that true?
I heard it from an old TV show.
You are both shameless! I'll k*ll you!
Then I'll chop up your body parts
and feed you to the sharks!
That's been revised too.
Punishable under Article 456!
I'll k*ll you!
Grave threats!
Punishable under Article 789!
Stop it, Nirvana. You can't win over us.
You can't win!
- I'm not done!
- That's enough, Nirvana.
We just have to concede.
Don't get swept away!
Wait! Does this mean I won't get paid?
Hey, traitor! Get out!
Madame, I'm sorry. I'm really sorry.
Leave!
Can I ask for some money so I can go home?
No! Crawl your way back home!
Drag yourself to hell!
Please don't leave me!
- Bestie.
- Bestie.
Thanks, bestie. You saved me.
You saved me too.
It'll always be us until the end.
Bestie
I'm so sorry.
I should have listened to you.
It's okay.
If I were in your shoes,
Pepe might have fooled me too.
All that matters is,
we learned from our mistakes.
And we're okay now.
Don't worry. Nothing will
ever get between us.
Nothing.
Now I know who I really am.
But our friendship
is more important to me, Bestie.
But, bestie, we still
have to resolve some things.
We have to make amends.
We hurt a lot of people
because we deceived them.
Breaking news!
Everyone is still talking about
the expl*sive public apology that
Becky and Badette have released.
The video, which has
already gotten 34 million views
just days after it was uploaded,
the two admitted that
they had only been pretending.
We apologize to
all the people we hurt.
Becky and I decided to
transfer all our earnings
into the foundation
to help the community.
We know it's not enough
to make up for our mistakes.
We lied. But there will come a time
when LBGTQ people
with real stories will come out.
When that time comes, and when
they find the courage to come out,
we hope you won't judge them
because of our deception.
We ask for your forgiveness
and understanding.
We're sorry.
As expected,
the netizens as well as various
LGBTQIA+ groups criticized
and condemned the pair
for deceiving the public.
We supported them.
We gave them a platform.
But they weren't authentic.
Despite the backlash,
Becky and Badette still attended
the Filipino Favorite Awards
to accept their
"Filipino Favorite Love Team" trophy.
But they were booed and jeered.
We ask for your forgiveness
Go home!
Badette and I quietly accepted
the public's anger towards us.
We deserved it.
We went back to our old life
so we could start over.
How are you?
Well, we're back here again.
We heard you were
renting your old apartment upstairs.
That's all we can afford.
You know what happened to us.
That's okay. If you fall down,
just get back up again.
Thanks.
We actually missed this place.
- Right?
- Of course.
And we missed bingo nights!
Wait, is it true that the bar
is up for sale?
Yes. We'll be leaving soon.
Why?
The bar's been losing money.
It'll close down next month.
What?
Are those yours? We'll help you.
Yes. Thank you.
Let's go, boys!
Bestie
What a waste
if we don't do something about it.
- Bona!
- Bona?
No. I'm Bono, Bona's twin.
Really? You look stupid.
Maybe you're acting straight because
you're ashamed of what you did to us?
Come on. Even a dog
can tell you're not straight.
Forget it. We've already forgiven you.
We all make mistakes.
Everyone deserves a second chance.
Madames! I'm so sorry! Please forgive me!
Oh, it's quite a production.
Fabulous!
I'm sorry, madames.
- It's all right. Come on.
- Of course.
I'm glad we're able to see each other
before the gay bar closes for good.
So it's really happening?
Badette and I thought
we could work here, maybe as cooks.
We need to find jobs.
So there's nothing else we can do?
This is a good spot.
Becky, Badette,
could you make lunch for us?
We miss your fried chicken!
Fried chicken!
Yes! Your finger-licking fried chicken!
At that moment,
I felt like I was struck by lightning.
What's that?
And so our spirits were revived!
For a person
who is capable and resourceful,
there is no challenge
that can't be overcome!
Who ever said
You can't make mistakes
Who is perfect anyway?
Not you, not me
What's important is you make it right
After the show, Pepe went to New York.
There has been no news
about him since then.
Bona opened a gay bar
serving unlimited grilled meat.
She named the bar Romantic Bad Boy.
Nirvana flew to New York to look for Pepe.
But they never met.
Pepe was in Cubao all along.
We'll make it right
Make it right, make it right
Forgive us and let this pass
We'll make it right
Make it right, make it right
We're so sorry, we apologize
We'll make it right
Make it right, make it right
We're so sorry, we apologize
Badette's dream came true
when she met Vilma Santos
in a role in When I Met You In Tokyo.
However, her scene got cut out.
To revive her music career,
Becky auditioned for Miss Saigon. As Kim.
She's still waiting to hear
if she got the part.
We'll make it right
Make it right, make it right
We're so sorry, we apologize
We'll make it right
Make it right, make it right
We're so sorry, we apologize
We'll make it right
Wait, wait, wait
Why?
Sorry, sorry
What was that?
This coffee tastes like a dirty floor.
Tastes like a dirty floor?
You're crazy. How come you know
how a dirty floor tastes like?
Have you been licking dirty floors?
Ouch! I was about to fall!
Sorry, Mr. Director!
Why not some?
Oh my! I should have said "somewhere"!
Why not something summery?
Oh my!
Cut!
Wow, you guys are so sweet!
You guys are so lovey-dovey.
And cut! Okay!
- We should "ex-Japan" that.
- Yeah.
Let's cross him out!
Why did I say "ex-Japan"?
You did. What does that even mean?
Sorry. Why did I say that?
That Becky and Badette just released
Sorry! One more take please!
Safety! A beautiful safety!
Cut!
And for your information,
blackmail is, what's my next line?
Blackmail is
Blackmail is punishable under 1
Blackmail is
Punishable!
Vac Vec I got it wrong too!
Vexation
Death thr*at.
Death thr*at?
Grave thr*at!
So what now?
We're rolling!
So it's my turn now? Sorry!
Until we lose our attraction
for the entire male species
"For the entire male species"?
What was that?
I'll make sure that we will not
We said we'll stick together
Huh? What did I say?
We said What's my line?
Even your grandfather has an opinion?
Yes, he makes mistakes too.
And we also made a mistake.
Oh! You know what
Cut!
That part about making mistakes
made us laugh!
Oh no. I'll take care of her!
So where am I supposed to go?
I know Nico is obsessed
I kept saying Nico!
I swallowed my pride so that
Oh I almost got that right!
I swallowed my fried
Did I say fried?
There's something wrong with Pepe
And there's bad luck here, I swear!
Did you hear that?
Cut!
Where?
Where does it hurt?
Where? Let me see it!
No! Let me see it!
Show me. What is it?
Where?
Becky and Badette (2023)
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