La Vendetta (TV series)


La Vendetta is a Philippine television drama thriller 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 and worldwide on GMA Pinoy TV. The series concluded on January 18, 2008 with a total of 60 episodes.
The series is streaming online on YouTube.

Premise

The 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.

Overview

Pre-production

The production started late September, while principal photography started on October 12, 2007 for an October 29, 2007 airdate. While the pre-production was conceived long before 2005, and had to be postponed because of the "boom" of telefantasyas.

Casting

This series is the much-awaited come-back series for Jennylyn Mercado after the feud between her manager and GMA Network, her role was expected to recurred but while the series is ongoing her character was upgraded into a series regular. This is also Sunshine Dizon's new series after the recently concluded Impostora.
In addition, this is also the come-back Philippine drama for veterans Rustom Padilla and Snooky Serna after their recent showbiz revelations.
Sheryl Cruz was initially tapped to play Amanda, but chose to do Princess Sarah with ABS-CBN instead. Jean Garcia was chosen for her replacement.

Cast and characters

;Lead cast
;Supporting cast
;Guest cast
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of La Vendetta earned a 28.7% rating. While the final episode scored a 33.4% rating.

Accolades