La Vendetta (transl. the vendetta) is a Philippine television drama horror crime series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Gil Tejada Jr. and Lore Reyes, it stars Jennylyn Mercado, Sunshine Dizon and Jean Garcia. It premiered on October 29, 2007 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on January 18, 2008 with a total of 60 episodes.
| La Vendetta | |
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 Title card | |
| Genre | |
| Created by | R.J. Nuevas |
| Written by |
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| Directed by |
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| Starring | |
| Theme music composer | George Canseco[1] |
| Ending theme | "P.S. I Love You" by Jennylyn Mercado |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 60 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Winnie Hollis-Reyes |
| Editor | Eddie Esmedia |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 20–36 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | October 29, 2007 – January 18, 2008 |
Premise
editThe story focuses on sisters named Amanda, Eloisa and Almira. Amanda is the eldest who had her mother died early. Her father married another woman with whom he had two more daughters. Sibling rivalry ensues between the sisters when they all vie for their father's attention. One night Almira will be killed, an incident that will eventually reveal the killer.[3]
Cast and characters
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- Lead cast
- Jennylyn Mercado as Almira Cardinale[4]
- Sunshine Dizon as Eloisa Salumbides-Cardinale[5]
- Jean Garcia as Amanda Cardinale
- Supporting cast
- Paolo Contis as Junjun Sabino
- Mark Herras as Galo Alumpihit[6]
- Polo Ravales as Gabby Trajano
- Luis Alandy as Ariel Guevarra
- Wendell Ramos[7] as Rigo Bayani
- Chynna Ortaleza as Joanna Alumpihit
- Angelica Jones as Gerta Lamismis
- Ynna Asistio as Alex Cardinale
- Joseph Marco as Santi Domingo
- Rustom Padilla (now known as BB Gandanghari) as Alfie Camba
- Dante Rivero as Edwin Cardinale
- Caridad Sanchez[8] as Nana Mildred
- Snooky Serna as Janet Salumbides
- Lotlot de Leon[9] as Rodora Alhambra
- Ella Guevara as Jessie Cardinale
- Guest cast
- Krystal Reyes as younger Eloisa
- Hazel Ann Mendoza as teenage Amanda
- Karen delos Reyes as Andrea
- Sheila Marie Rodriguez as Alona
- Jenny Miller as Mariel
- Miguel Tanfelix as younger Junjun
- Deborah Sun as Alice Bayani
- Maricel Morales as Rebecca
- Jen Rosendahl as Vicky
- Gene Padilla as Dodong
- Nicole Dulalia as younger Rodora
- Joy Folloso as younger Amanda
- Jelaine Santos as Gigi
- Cheska Iñigo as Jaydine
Casting
editActress Sheryl Cruz was initially tapped to play Amanda.[10] Actress Jean Garcia later served as her replacement.[11]
Production
editPrincipal photography commenced on October 12, 2007.[12] Filming concluded in January 2008.[13]
Ratings
editAccording to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of La Vendetta earned a 28.7% rating.[14] The final episode scored a 33.4% rating.[15]
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Primetime Drama Series | La Vendetta | Nominated | [16] |
References
edit- ^ "Jennylyn Mercado - P.S. I Love You (Official Audio)". YouTube. Retrieved October 30, 2022.
- ^ "La Vendetta (Full Episodes) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved February 16, 2018.
- ^ "About La Vendetta". GMA Network. Retrieved March 29, 2018.
- ^ "Jennylyn takes her sweet revenge". The Philippine Star. October 19, 2007. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (February 26, 2019). "Where Are They Now: Original teleserye leading ladies". PEP. Retrieved May 18, 2020.
- ^ "Mark Herras 'extra' na lang sa buhay ni Jennylyn". Journal. Retrieved September 28, 2007.
- ^ "Non-showbiz GF, karay-karay ni Wendell sa taping". Journal. Retrieved October 18, 2007.
- ^ "Pamilya, 'di apektado ng magulong lovelife ni Vina". Journal. Retrieved October 6, 2007.
- ^ "Mark, suportado ni EB Babe Lian". Abante. Retrieved October 6, 2007.
- ^ Calderon, Ricky L. (October 24, 2007). "Jennylyn Mercado's back to 'active duty' at GMA 7". The Philippine Star. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
- ^ "PEP: Jean Garcia replaces Sheryl Cruz in La Vendetta". GMA Network. October 1, 2007. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
- ^ Miralles, Nitz (October 11, 2007). "La Vendetta starts taping October 12, major cast roles revealed". PEP. Archived from the original on October 23, 2007. Retrieved October 11, 2007.
- ^ Mendoza, Ruel J. (January 13, 2008). "Jennylyn Mercado wishes to have a baby girl". PEP. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Godinez, Bong (November 8, 2007). "TV Ratings (Oct. 29–Nov. 4): Super Inggo 1.5 lands No. 1, La Vendetta debuts at No. 4". PEP. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Erwin (January 22, 2008). "TV Ratings (Jan. 18-21): La Vendetta and Ysabella end their run; Maging Akin Ka Lamang starts a new one". PEP. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
- ^ Navarro, Mell T. (October 16, 2008). "PMPC bares nominees for "22nd Star Awards for Television"". PEP. Retrieved May 2, 2020.