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The Fatima Buen Story (1994): Cast

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The Fatima Buen Story is a 1994 crime drama directed by Mario O’Hara, starring Kris Aquino as Fatima Buen, Shintaro Valdes and Gina Pareño. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes.

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The Fatima Buen Story (1994) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
Mario O’Hara
Genres
Crime , Drama
Original language
Tagalog
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Fatima Buen Story About?

The premise of The Fatima Buen Story without spoilers.

Inspired by the real-life case of Fatima Buen, the film weaves sensational tabloid intrigue with eerie paranormal symbols. Director O’ Hara infuses his signature style—sudden bursts of violence and a heroic, devoted love—set against a richly cinematic backdrop that heightens the mystery and drama.

The Fatima Buen Story Themes & Keywords

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  • true crime
  • repentance
  • church bell
  • cemetery
  • playground
  • press
  • interview
  • handcuffs
  • spear
  • cotton
  • runaway
  • escape
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  • cocaine
  • sleeping pill
  • harmonica
  • sala
  • judge
  • court
  • liaison
  • witchcraft
  • bad omen
  • grave
  • skeleton
  • in laws
  • omen
  • police
  • motel
  • shower
  • women's correctional facility
  • illegal recruitment
  • cell
  • prison
  • without bail
  • lipstick
  • red shoes
  • billiards
  • slapping
  • marriage
  • wedding
  • baby
  • abroad
  • airport
  • airplane
  • overseas worker
  • recruitment
  • drugs
  • condom
  • funeral
  • funeral march
  • carriage
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Cast & crew

The Fatima Buen Story Cast & Characters

Kris Aquino leads the cast as Fatima Buen, with Shintaro Valdes as Date of Fatima and Gina Pareño as Frank. Directed by Mario O’Hara; 19 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Mario O’Hara

More films directed by Mario O’Hara: Babae sa Breakwater, Pangarap ng Puso, Manananggal in Manila and Takot Ako, Eh!.

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FAQ

The Fatima Buen Story FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Fatima Buen Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Fatima Buen Story?

The Fatima Buen Story runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was The Fatima Buen Story released?

The Fatima Buen Story was released on July 27, 1994.

Who directed The Fatima Buen Story?

The Fatima Buen Story was directed by Mario O’Hara.

More films by Mario O’Hara

Who is in the cast of The Fatima Buen Story?

The Fatima Buen Story stars Kris Aquino as Fatima Buen, Shintaro Valdes as Date of Fatima and Gina Pareño as Frank, among 19 credited actors.

Does The Fatima Buen Story have a post-credit scene?

No. The Fatima Buen Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Fatima Buen Story in?

The original language of The Fatima Buen Story is Tagalog.

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