Dormitoryo (transl. dormitory / international title: The Dormitory) is a 2013 Philippine television drama thriller series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Jun Lana, it stars Lauren Young, Joyce Ching, Enzo Pineda, Ruru Madrid and Wynwyn Marquez. It premiered on September 22, 2013. The series concluded on December 22, 2013, with a total of 13 episodes.
| Dormitoryo | |
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 Title card | |
| Also known as | The Dormitory |
| Genre | Drama thriller |
| Developed by | Robert Villela |
| Written by |
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| Directed by | Jun Lana |
| Creative director | Jun Lana |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Mona Coles Mayuga |
| Production locations | Tagaytay, Philippines |
| Cinematography | Mackie Galvez |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 26–37 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | September 22 – December 22, 2013 |
Cast and characters
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- Lead cast
- Lauren Young as Hazel "Haze" Mendoza / Hazel Benitez[2]
- Enzo Pineda as Barney "Burn" Chavez
- Joyce Ching as Margarita "Airiz" de Ocampo[3][4]
- Ruru Madrid as Charlie Chavez
- Wynwyn Marquez as Maika "Mykee" Benitez[5][6] / Danica Benitez
- Recurring cast
- Mayton Eugenio as Weng Dimaguiba
- Ashley Ortega as Rose Angeles
- Mel Kimura as Rona Sancuevas
- Yassi Pressman as Sophie[7]
- Julian Trono as Kobe
- Sanya Lopez as Thea
- Gabbi Garcia as Gemma
Development
editThe idea for the series was conceived when GMA Network wanted to put "something new" on their Sunday-afternoon block, which traditionally dominated with either teeny bop series or showbiz-oriented talk shows. And so, the network's drama department decided to "try something different on that block." Jun Lana wanted a show that represent "Generation X" and explore some relevant issues faced by the youth today, including bullying, peer pressure, dysfunctional relationships, infidelity, sibling rivalry, vague sense of morality, dishonesty and even crime. So he decided to come up with an edgy teen series with mystery-filled plot, twists and turns, wherein the lead characters deal with the controversial death of a colleague and peel away secrets that link them with each other. Lana presented the concept and the network found it to be interesting. The show is set in the fictional dormitory—the Holy Spirit Manor. The series creator had to decide on whether the setting should be inside a school or outside of it. It went through the approval and timeslot matching stages.[8]
Casting
editThe cast was announced during the story conference held in August 2013, with the main cast being Lauren Young together with Joyce Ching, Enzo Pineda, Ruru Madrid and Wynwyn Marquez. The lead role Hazel Mendoza was originally intended for singer-actress Julie Anne San Jose,[9] but the network pulled her out for another TV project.[10] Lauren Young was chosen to replace San Jose for the said role,[11] while the antagonist Airiz de Ocampo, the role which originally intended for Young, went to Joyce Ching.[12] Enzo Pineda and Ruru Madrid were cast as Burn and Charlie Chavez, brothers and Hazel's love interests.[13]
Production
editThe series was supposed to premiere in August but it needed some "fine-tuning" before getting the go-signal to tape the pilot episode. Principal photography commenced on September 4, 2013. The series was filmed in Tagaytay.[14] The dormitory, (as well as the school) used in the show is Divine Word Seminary — a seminary retreat house located also in Tagaytay.[15] The series premiered on September 22, 2013. Dormitoryo was slated to run for one season, comprising thirteen episodes. According to Ali Nokom-Dedicatoria, the show's program manager, "[...] if the ratings are good, we can extend it and do another 'dormitoryo' story (it could take another genre)."[16]
Ratings
editAccording to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Dormitoryo earned a 16.5% rating.[17] While the final episode scored a 9.6% rating.[18]
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by An Actor | Ruru Madrid | Won | [19] |
References
edit- ^ "Dormitoryo (Halloweek) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
- ^ "Lauren Young, Bad Girl Gone Good". GMA Network. September 16, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ "Expect an Older and Wiser Joyce Ching in Dormitoryo". GMA Network. September 18, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ "Enzo Pineda is the Campus Crush on Dormitoryo". GMA Network. September 9, 2013. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ "Winwyn Marquez is a Haunting Beauty in Dormitoryo". GMA Network. September 23, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ "WinWyn Marquez is a mean girl on-screen and an aspiring beauty queen off-screen". GMA Network. September 7, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ Tabanera, Lily Grace. "Here's Your Complete Guide To Yassi Pressman's TV Shows". Cosmopolitan. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ "What's the secret behind Dormitoryo?". The Philippine Star. September 20, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ Miralles, Nitz (August 4, 2013). "Direktor ng isang malaking movie walang malay, pinalitan na!". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ Garcia, Rose (September 12, 2013). "Lauren Young denies Julie Anne San Jose was pulled out of Dormitoryo because of her". PEP. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ Garcia, Rosa (September 16, 2013). "Lauren Young gaganap sa Dormitoryo". GMA Network. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ "Expect an Older and Wiser Joyce Ching in Dormitoryo". GMA Network. September 18, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ "Lauren Young paired with Enzo Pineda and Ruru Madrid in Dormitoryo". PEP. September 12, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ Miralles, Nitz (September 14, 2013). "Sarah, a frequent visitor of the Gutierrezes". Journal Online. Archived from the original on September 29, 2013. Retrieved October 6, 2013.
- ^ "Be Careful..., backs out of MMFF?". People's Journal. Archived from the original on September 29, 2013. Retrieved October 6, 2013.
- ^ "What's the secret behind Dormitoryo?". The Philippine Star. September 20, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2020.
- ^ Tuazon, Nikko (October 5, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (September 16 to 22, 2013): The Ryzza Mae Show beats Be Careful With My Heart on September 20; Dormitoryo emerges as most-watched daytime program". PEP. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- ^ Santiago, B.A. (January 14, 2014). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (December 19 to December 31, 2013): Akin Pa Rin Ang Bukas ends run as No. 1 teleserye on primetime". PEP. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- ^ Santiago, Erwin; Garcia, Rose (March 22, 2014). "My Husband's Lover sweeps 5th Golden Screen TV Awards; Dennis Trillo and Carla Abellana win top acting honors". PEP. Retrieved September 2, 2020.