Life Buoy
Salbabida
“Life Buoy”
Synopsis
At low tide, just near the water line on a quiet beach, two boys build a sandcastle together. They take turns tamping the sand, creating tension against the rising tide that gradually dismantles their creation. What began as simple play has drifted into a haunting allegory about power, labor, and the illusion of safety – who are the people that keep these systems afloat?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Salbabida (2024) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-05-08
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Khuielle Mabrei Salting
Poypoy
Cristopher Bongosia
Ramon
Rey Anthony Abucayon
Sir Bernales
Devine Grace Aligno
Linda
Jozinia Chinee Manalastas
Socialite Influencer
Antonio Tomas Lluisma
Politician
Margarrette Gencono
Gemma
Jimreb Romagos
Policeman
Louie Alastra
Driver
John Vincent Balustre
Driver
Desirie Gallano
Wife
Gelma Trixia Lawas
Housemaid
Louie Jay Macion
Laborer
Justin Vince Malmis
Laborer
Kyle Pontillo
Errand Boy
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$500
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeff Balsamo
- Screenplay & Story
- Jaana Claudia Parulan, Bridget Dorothy Lucio, Gwyneth Grace Romo, Sittie Aynah Camal
- Original Title
- Salbabida
- Release Date
- 30/04/2026
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Budget
- $500
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeff Balsamo
Jaana Claudia Parulan, Bridget Dorothy Lucio, Gwyneth Grace Romo, Sittie Aynah Camal, Kyle Pontillo, Jeff Balsamo
Jeff Balsamo
Jeff Balsamo
Department Leadership Roster
Jeff Balsamo
Director
Jeff Balsamo
Director of Photography
Jeff Balsamo
Editor
Jeff Balsamo
Writer
Jaana Claudia Parulan
Screenplay
Bridget Dorothy Lucio
Screenplay
Gwyneth Grace Romo
Screenplay
Sittie Aynah Camal
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Life Buoy
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What is Life Buoy about?
At low tide, just near the water line on a quiet beach, two boys build a sandcastle together. They take turns tamping the sand, creating tension against the rising tide that gradually dismantles their creation. What began as simple play has drifted into a haunting allegory about power, labor, and the illusion of safety – who are the people that keep these systems afloat?
Who directed Life Buoy?
Life Buoy was directed by Jeff Balsamo.
Who stars in Life Buoy?
The principal cast of Life Buoy includes Khuielle Mabrei Salting, Cristopher Bongosia, Rey Anthony Abucayon, Devine Grace Aligno, Jozinia Chinee Manalastas.
When was Life Buoy released and how long is it?
Life Buoy was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 9m.