Joaquin Bordado
| Joaquin Bordado | |
|---|---|
| File:Joaquin-Bordado.jpg | |
| Created by | Carlo J. Caparas |
| Developed by | Suzette Doctolero |
| Directed by | Mac Alejandre Argel Joseph |
| Starring | Robin Padilla Iza Calzado Mark Herras Iwa Moto and Eddie Garcia |
| Theme music composer | Marc Tupaz and Sam Santos |
| Ending theme | "Wag Kang Matakot" by Shamrock |
| Country of origin |  Philippines |
| Original languages | Filipino, Tagalog, English |
| No. of episodes | 98 +1 special |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Wilma Galvante Joseph Buncalan |
| Producer | GMA Films |
| Production location | Metro Manila |
| Running time | 30-45 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | February 11, 2008 – present |
| Related | |
| Bakekang Kamandag Tasya Fantasya | |
Joaquin Bordado is an airing GMA Network fantasy Philippine drama. It is an adaptation of a famous graphic novel by Carlo J. Caparas. It stars Philippine Action Superstar Robin Padilla in the title role.[1] The series is expected to run for 20 weeks.[2]
Overview
Origin
Based on the graphic novels of novelist Carlo J. Caparas, Joaquin Bordado was published as a serial throughout the late '70s to early '80s. The graphic novel was turned into a live-action movie on 1988 by its creator Caparas, with veteran actor, and former senator, Ramon Revilla, Sr. in the title role.[3]
Primer
A special behind the scenes of the making of the series titled "Ang Mundo ni Joaquin Bordado"[4] was aired on Friday February 8, taking over the timeslot of Coffee Prince after MariMar for that night.[5]
This special "making" episode also rated well in Mega Manila with 27.0% against ABS-CBN's Palos' 18.8% and Maging Sino Ka Man's 14.9%.
Reaction
The series premiered with 33.6%, placing 3rd that day, against ABS-CBN's Kung Fu Kids' 21.4%.[6] On its pilot week, the show had an average viewership rating of 37.92%.[7][8]
As of February 28, the series reached its peak on its twelft episode with 42.2%, placing third on February 26 after MariMar's 47.8% and Kamandag's 43.6%.[9]
Premise
Joaquin Apacible is an assassin masquerading as a sales agent. A family man at heart, he wishes to settle down to live a quiet life with his wife Sofia (Iza Calzado) and son Jimboy (Renz Valerio). His last mission for a covert operations group is to kill the head of an illegal arms dealing syndicate. Things don't turn out as planned, and Joaquin is sent to prison.
Joaquin knows that his old boss, General Russo (Eddie Garcia), will do everything to kill him since he knows vital information about the secret group. While serving time in jail, he meets Jilco (Pen Medina), a mysterious man whose body is littered with tattoos.
Unknown to Joaquin, one of his fellow inmates is actually an assassin sent by General Russo to kill him. But the hero of the story won't remain dead for long, as Jilco revives Joaquin and gives him all his powerful tattoos.
With his new powers, Joaquin gets a new lease in life and faces challenges as the chosen heir who will continue the battle between good and evil.[10]
Cast and characters
Main Cast
| Cast | Character | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Padilla[11] Marky Cielo |
Joaquin Bordado Joaquin Apacible |
The eldest of the Apacibles is an assassin for a secret service group. He masquerades as a traveling sales agent. But after he is betrayed by his cohorts, caught by the police and murdered by a jail mate, Joaquin's life begins to change -- helped further along by him inheriting the magical tattoos of a Bordado. |
| Iza Calzado | Sofia | Sofia is the loving wife of Joaquin who only wants for her family to be safe and happy. But when she begins to discover hidden facets in the life of her husband, Sofia must learn to become strong -- for herself and for her son. |
| Eddie Garcia | General Russo | General Russo is the head of a secret service group who has sworn to protect the country no matter the cost. But unbeknown to most people, the country needs more protection against him than from him. |
| Ian Veneracion Prince Stefan |
Jerome Apacible | The middle Apacible brother is a successful businessman, hiding quite a lot from his family. For starters his business isn't very legal. And there's the grudge he's nursing because Joaquin took someone he loves from him. |
| Mark Herras | Jason Apacible | The youngest of the Apacibles, Jason is a rebellious teen who has a problem with falling in love -- it's always with the wrong girls. The death of his parents may have scarred him, but Jason uses it more as an excuse to get out of trouble than anything else. |
| John Regala | Cefiro | The evil guardian of the chest of Silvaria who has a mission which is to kill the last Bordado. |
| Antonio Aquintana | Kevin | Kevin is a bully whose only purpose in life is to make Jason's life miserable. But there is something more sinister hiding behind Kevin's already rough persona. |
| Renz Valerio | Jimboy | The only son of Joaquin and Sofia. |
| Iwa Moto | Diane | Diane works as a dancer for a sleazy bar which Jason frequents. The youngest Apacible falls in love with her, but she only has eyes for one man: the eldest Apacible - Joaquin himself. |
| Ryza Cenon | Cecile | Eliza is General Russo's daughter who becomes involved with Jason, not knowing he is the brother of her father's nemesis. |
| Pen Medina B.J. Forbes |
Jilco | Jilco is the only remaining Bordado from the olden times. He meets Joaquin in jail, where he decides that it is time to pick an heir for his magical tattoos. |
| Rommel Padilla | Alfredo | General Russo's aide. |
| Maverick Relova & Ariel Villasanta[12] |
Tom & Jerry | Joaquin's inmates who became friends. They become sidekicks to Joaquin later on. |
| Yul Servo | Daniel | - |
| Kylie Padilla[13] | Erenea | A young girl warrior who serves and gives advices to Joaquin. She's also one of magical tattoos of Joaquin. |
Extended Cast
- Ralph Padilla as Mico
- Gloria Sevilla as Lolit
- Tai Tomoyuki[14]
- John Feir as Elvis
- Gene Padilla as Franco
- Lex Lopez[15]
- Melissa Avelino
- Jake Angelo Vargas as Baloy
Guest Cast
- Noni Buencamino as Mr. Apacible
- Ella V. as Alcera
- Anna Leah Javier as Vexus
- Diana Menezes as Ivarna
- Jenny Miller as Queen Elixera
- Leila Kuzma as Queen Agoria
- Rez Cortez as Chief Mendoza
- Mon Confiado as Gomez
- Tyrone Perez as Mon
Production
Production
The series marks the third time GMA Network adapts a Caparas graphic novel - previous ones Bakekang and Kamandag soared high in television ratings and had gained critical praises.
Actress' Jennylyn Mercado and Cristine Reyes were initially tapped to play important roles in the series. Due to Mercado's pregnancy, she had to be replaced by actress Ryza Cenon[16], while Reyes had some problems with the production and is quickly replaced by Iwa Moto.[17]
Robin Padilla, the lead star, had to endure six hours of body make-up every day for his tattoo.[18] His tattoo includes a cherubim, rat, snake, kris, eagle, jaguar, dragon and a warrior girl.
Crew
GMA Network's EVP for Entertainment Wilma Galvante hired director Mac Alejandre and new-comer director Argel Joseph to direct the fantasy series under production manager Redgie Acuna Magno, who also did Padilla's previous series Asian Treasures. Writer Suzette Doctolero was chosen to head the adaptation of the Carlo J. Caparas graphic novel, with co-writers Tina Velasco and Dode Cruz, and creative consultants Jun Lana, creator Caparas and GMA Films president Annette Gozon-Abrogar.
Accident
March 7, 2008 Robin Padilla was suffered minor fracture injuries while taping a motorcycle stunt in Joaquin Bordado, at Subic Bay, Olongapo City.[19]
Soundtrack
The music for the series was composed Tata Betita.
The official theme song of the TV series sung and arranged by band Shamrock, and is composed by its band front man Marc Tupaz, and Sam Santos titled "Wag Kang Matakot" (lit. Don't Be Afraid).
See also
- List of programs broadcast by GMA Network
- Kamandag - another series based on a Caparas graphic novel
References
- ^ Robin Padilla gives life to komiks character 'Joaquin Bordado'
- ^ Eksena ni Robin na hubo’t hubad, iiksian ng MTRCB?
- ^ Joaquin Bordado (1988) on IMDb
- ^ Anak, tinawag na aktibista ni Binoe
- ^ Pagta-trunks ni Sam, closed-door ang shooting
- ^ TV Ratings (Feb. 8-11): "Joaquin Bordado" makes its mark
- ^ TV Ratings (Feb. 12-14): GMA-7’s Telebabad block hanging tough versus ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida
- ^ TV Ratings (Feb. 15-18): KC Concepcion's "MMK" episode rates fairly
- ^ TV Ratings (Feb. 26-28): "Daisy Siete" and "Eat Bulaga!" engage in seesaw battle
- ^ Robin Padilla brings to life komiks character "Joaquin Bordado"
- ^ Robin Padilla muntik maaksidente sa taping
- ^ Ariel & Maverick play comic sidekicks in Robin Padilla's "Joaquin Burdado"
- ^ Anak ni Robin, kasali sa ‘Joaquin Burdado’
- ^ Japanese actor Tai Tomoyuki joins cast of "Zaido"
- ^ Anne pantasya ng baguhang aktor
- ^ Ryza Cenon thankful for Jennylyn Mercado role in Joaquin Bordado
- ^ Ryza Cenon and Iwa Moto replace Jennylyn Mercado and Cristine Reyes in "Joaquin Burdado"
- ^ Iza, handa nang ma-link kay Robin
- ^ www.gmanews.tv/video, Robin Padilla injured in taping stunt, 03/07/2008