Lorenzo's Time
| Lorenzo's Time | |
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 Title card | |
| Genre | Melodrama |
| Created by | ABS-CBN Studios |
| Written by |
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| Directed by |
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| Starring | Zaijian Jaranilla Carmina Villarroel |
| Opening theme | "Times of Your Life" by Martin Nievera |
| Composers | Roger Nichols Bill Lane |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original languages | Filipino English |
| No. of episodes | 70 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Maya Manuel-Aralar |
| Cinematography | Roland Besa Bobby Pintor |
| Running time | 30–45 minutes Monday – Friday at 21:15 (PST) |
| Production company | Dreamscape Entertainment Television |
| Original release | |
| Network | ABS-CBN |
| Release | July 2 – October 5, 2012 |
Lorenzo's Time is a 2012 Philippine melodrama television series starring Zaijian Jaranilla and Carmina Villaroel. The series aired on ABS-CBN and worldwide on TFC from July 2 to October 5, 2012, replacing Dahil sa Pag-ibig and was replaced by Ina, Kapatid, Anak.[1][2][3]
This series was streaming on Jeepney TV YouTube Channel.[4]
Overview
| Year | Episode numbers |
Episodes | First aired | Last aired | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1–70 | 70 | July 2, 2012 | October 5, 2012 | |
Premise
Lorenzo's Time is a story about a young boy named Lorenzo (Zaijan Jaranilla) who was diagnosed with progeria, an extremely rare genetic condition wherein symptoms resembling aspects of aging are manifested at an early age. In order to preserve his young body, he was subjected to cryonics until his parents find a cure for it. After 30 years, Enzo woke up to a world where he missed precious moments of his life, including his family and the only girl he loves.
Cast and characters
Main cast
- Zaijian Jaranilla as Lorenzo "Enzo" Montereal
- Carmina Villarroel as Kathy "Kat-Kat" Gonzales-Montereal
Supporting cast
- Amy Austria-Ventura as Mildred Montereal-Gamboa
- Gina Pareño as Bella "Ate Belle" Nobleza
- James Blanco as Jonas Silvestre / Archimedes "Archie" Montereal II
- Alfred Vargas as Dr. Carlo Ramirez
- Belle Mariano as Charity "Charie" Gonzales Montereal / young Kat-Kat Gonzales
- Joel Torre as Salvador "Badong" Gamboa
- Rommel Padilla as Vincent Castillo
Recurring cast
- John Estrada as young Manuel Montereal
- Kaye Abad as young Mildred Montereal-Gamboa
- Tess Antonio as Sheryl Santiago
- Vino Martinez as Alfonso "Ali" Gamboa
- Cacai Bautista as Kikay
Guest cast
- Isay Alvarez as Atty. Rachel Medina
- Emilio Garcia as Henry Rivera
- Spanky Manikan as Luis Robles
- Jojo Alejar as Atty. Patrick Dominguez
- Joonee Gamboa as Fr. William Ramos
- Gerald Pesigan as Herbert Flores
- Nina Ricci Alagao as Natasha Magallanes
Special participation
- Tirso Cruz III as Manuel Montereal/ Mang Jose Nobleza
- Dimples Romana as Susan Montereal
- Eric Fructuoso as young Badong Gamboa
- Jannica Pareño as young Bella Nobleza
- John Wayne Sace as young Vincent Castillo
- Rain Quite as young Archie Montereal II
- Christian Vasquez as Dr. Mike Ramirez
Cameo appearances
Production
The series was announced on February 20, 2012. It was originally called as Frozen Boy before changing to its final title Lorenzo's Time. Production and taping or principal photography of the series was done for 8 months from February 20 to October 5, 2012.
Reception
Lorenzo's Time became an instant hit beating its competitor with 26.4% ratings share in Mega Manila according to the AGB Nielsen data[5] and it posted an average of 29.2% ratings share nationwide according to the Kantar Media-TNS data.[6] It became a trending topic worldwide and nationwide on its pilot episode with the audience and critics praising the show for its high concept and creativity.[7]
Music
Music plays an important part in Lorenzo's Time to express the drama's emotional, comedic and romantic sequences. The soundtrack is led by its first single, Times of Your Life by Martin Nievera.
| Lorenzo's Time: The Official Soundtrack | |
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| Soundtrack album by Various artists | |
| Released | 2012 |
| Genre | OPM, Pop |
| Label | Star Music |
| Producer | ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. |
| No. | Title | Artist | Length |
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| 1. | "Times of Your Life" | Martin Nievera | 3:43 |
| No. | Title | Artist | Length |
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| 1. | "Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko" | Nyoy Volante | 3:25 |
| No. | Title | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Walang Kapalit" | Piolo Pascual |
Accolades
Awards and nominations
| Year | Awarded for/Category | Recipient(s) | Work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Child Performer | Zaijian Jaranilla | Lorenzo's Time | Nominated |
| Best Drama Supporting Actress | Amy Austria | Nominated |
See also
- List of programs broadcast by ABS-CBN
- List of programs aired by ABS-CBN
- List of telenovelas of ABS-CBN
References
- ^ Carmina Villarroel excited about playing "leading lady" to Zaijian Jaranilla in her first soap as Kapamilya returnee Archived October 2, 2013, at the Wayback Machine (Pep.ph, 17.04.12)
- ^ Zaijan plays kid with progeria in next soap (ABS-CBN News, 17.04.12)
- ^ Carmina Villaroel does not mind playing opposite younger leading men (Push.com.ph, 14.04.12)
- ^ "Lorenzo's Time Full Episodes". YouTube.
- ^ AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (June 29 – July 2): Walang Hanggan maintains lead; Lorenzo's Time debuts strongly
- ^ Kantar Media-TNS Total Philippines Household Ratings (June 29- July 2): Dahil Sa Pag-ibig exits, Lorenzo's Time enters
- ^ http://www.abs-cbn.com/Feature/Article/11212/-Lorenzo-s-Time-touches-the-hearts-of-viewers-nationwide.aspx 'Lorenzo's Time' touches the hearts of viewers nationwide