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Dominic Zapata
Dominic Zapata (born February 14, 1971), is a Filipino television and film director. He is a graduate of the De La Salle University-Manila and Don Bosco Technical Institute-Makati. He took up AB Communication Arts and BSC Marketing Management (CAM-MMG) at De La Salle University-Manila, where he entered the communication arts program in 1988. He is now one of the resident directors of GMA Network since 1997. His most noted work is ''My Husband's Lover'', nominated as Best Telenovela in the 2014 International Emmy Awards held at New York City. The same project also got him a nomination nod for Best Director at the Asian TV Awards in Singapore that same year. Zapata first became known for directing large-scale soaps, namely Mar's Ravelo's ''Darna'' (both versions, first with Angel Locsin and the updated Marian Rivera starrer) and ''Captain Barbell''. He showed his versatility with the musical soap, ''Diva''. He did local adaptations of international titles like the ''Kim Samsoon'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippines
The Philippines (; fil, Pilipinas, links=no), officially the Republic of the Philippines ( fil, Republika ng Pilipinas, links=no), * bik, Republika kan Filipinas * ceb, Republika sa Pilipinas * cbk, República de Filipinas * hil, Republika sang Filipinas * ibg, Republika nat Filipinas * ilo, Republika ti Filipinas * ivv, Republika nu Filipinas * pam, Republika ning Filipinas * krj, Republika kang Pilipinas * mdh, Republika nu Pilipinas * mrw, Republika a Pilipinas * pag, Republika na Filipinas * xsb, Republika nin Pilipinas * sgd, Republika nan Pilipinas * tgl, Republika ng Pilipinas * tsg, Republika sin Pilipinas * war, Republika han Pilipinas * yka, Republika si Pilipinas In the recognized optional languages of the Philippines: * es, República de las Filipinas * ar, جمهورية الفلبين, Jumhūriyyat al-Filibbīn is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia. It is situated in the western Pacific Ocean and consists of around 7,641 islands t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ako Si Kim Samsoon
''Ako si Kim Samsoon'' (International title: ''My Name is Kim Samsoon'') is a 2008 Philippine television drama romantic comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 2005 South Korean television series '' My Lovely Sam Soon''. Directed by Dominic Zapata, Khryss Adalia and Louie Ignacio, it stars Regine Velasquez in the title role. It premiered on June 30, 2008 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing '' Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita''. The series concluded on October 10, 2008 with a total of 75 episodes. It was replaced by ''LaLola'' in its timeslot. Background '' My Lovely Sam Soon'' premiered in South Korea in 2005. The series was a major hit in South Korea and Asia. More than 50.5% of Korean households tuned in to watch the finale, with a viewership rate of over 40%. Premise Samsoon's fiancé stood her up at their wedding, and her family's bakery was burned by a fire. She decides to apply as a pastry chef in a restaurant where she crosses paths with Cy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luna Blanca
''Luna Blanca'' is a 2012 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series served as a sequel to the 2008 Philippine television series ''Luna Mystika''. Directed by Dominic Zapata, it stars Jillian Ward, Mona Louise Rey, Bea Binene, Barbie Forteza, Bianca King and Heart Evangelista. It premiered on May 21, 2012 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Biritera''. The series concluded on October 26, 2012 with a total of 115 episodes. It was replaced by '' Temptation of Wife'' in its timeslot. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Jillian Ward, Bea Binene and Bianca King as Luna Sandoval / Luna De Jesus / Cara Amor Montecines * Mona Louise Rey, Barbie Forteza and Heart Evangelista as Blanca S. Buenaluz ;Supporting cast * Camille Prats and Lani Mercado as Rowena Sandoval * Raymart Santiago and Christopher de Leon as Luis Buenaluz * Chynna Ortaleza and Carmi Martin as Divine Alvarez-Buenaluz * Marissa Delg ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Beloved
''My Beloved'' is a 2012 Philippine television drama romance fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Dominic Zapata and Lore Reyes, it stars Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera. It premiered on February 13, 2012 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing '' Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown''. The series concluded on June 8, 2012 with a total of 83 episodes. It was replaced by '' One True Love'' in its timeslot. Production Principal photography commenced on October 4, 2011 with Dingdong Dantes and Rhian Ramos in the lead roles. Ramos later left the role. On December 16, Marian Rivera was cast as Ramos' replacement. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Dingdong Dantes as Benjamin "Benjie" Castor / Arlan * Marian Rivera as Sharina Quijano-Castor ;Supporting cast * Katrina Halili as Emilia "Emmie" Montecastro * Mikael Daez as Nelson De Guia * Jennica Garcia as Monica Quijano * Carl Guevara as Junic Tablante * Louise delos Reyes as Grace Velasco * Alden ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Comedy Bar (Philippine TV Program)
''Comedy Bar'' is a Philippine television variety show broadcast by GMA Network. Hosted by Eugene Domingo and Allan K., it premiered on April 24, 2010 replacing ''Cool Center''. The show concluded on October 29, 2011 with a total of 77 episodes. It was replaced by '' Just for Laughs: Gags'' in its timeslot. Hosts * Eugene Domingo * Allan K. ;Co-hosts * Tomas Gonzales * Fabio Ide * Boobay * Ate Gay ;Band * Six Feet Long ;Guest hosts * Rufa Mae Quinto * Carmina Villaroel Chronology Launching and Airing (April – December 2010) The show was announced by GMA management thru the network's showbiz program Showbiz Central shortly after the cancellation of BandaOke (Allan's previous weekly show for his hosting stint). The original working title of the new comedy show was "''Laf Kita!''" but it was later renamed as "Comedy Bar". Traveling in Abroad (December 2010 – January 2011) The whole staff of the show travelled to Dubai for the World Tour but it aired between Christmas (De ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Valentine Girls
''My Valentine Girls'' is a romantic comedy film directed by Dominic Zapata, Andoy Ranay and Chris Martinez, starring Richard Gutierrez, Rhian Ramos, Solenn Heussaff, Lovi Poe and Eugene Domingo. The film was released in 2011. The film was produced by GMA Pictures. Plot Richard is a novelist who wants to write the perfect love story. The movie tells a trilogy of stories. The movie started with Richard being bothered and insulted by his little sister as he writes his novel. After this, the little girl decided to read the second part of the story as Richard takes a break. Richard returns and is thinking of making a horrific story to end his novel. He originally wanted to make a story with a vampire and werewolf but decided that it just sounds like ''Twilight'' so he decided to make an apocalyptic story. At the end, Richard has finally released his book and on his book celebration party. With the re-appearance of all the leading ladies of the three stories there is an announceme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amaya (TV Series)
''Amaya'' ( Baybayin: ᜀᜋᜌ) is a Philippine television drama period series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Mac Alejandre, it stars Marian Rivera in the title role. The series is set in the pre-colonial period of the 1500s. It premiered on May 30, 2011 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''I Heart You, Pare!''. The series concluded on January 13, 2012 with a total of 165 episodes. It was replaced by '' Legacy'' in its timeslot. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Premise Amaya, born in the reign of Rajah Mangubat and as the daughter Datu Bugna, she is a "binukot" - a hidden princess and can't step on ground. Born with a twin snake, a secret hidden by his father to keep her away from danger. Due to having a twin snake, her destiny is to become the savior of her land against Rajah Mangubat. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Marian Rivera as Bai Amaya ;Supporting cast * Sid Lucero as Bagani * Mikael Daez as Lumad * Gina Alajar as Dian Lamitan * Lani M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Captain Barbell (2011 TV Series)
''Captain Barbell'' (International title: ''Captain Barbell: The Return'') is a 2011 Philippine television drama action fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a Philippine fictional superhero of the same title by Mars Ravelo. Directed by Dominic Zapata, it stars Richard Gutierrez in the title role. It premiered on March 28, 2011 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Machete''. The series concluded on July 29, 2011 with a total of 88 episodes. It was replaced by '' Time of My Life'' in its timeslot. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Richard Gutierrez as Potenciano "Teng" Magtanggol / Captain Barbell ;Supporting cast * Jillian Ward as Lelay / Super Tiny * Lovi Poe as Althea * Isabel Oli as Melanie Ocampo * Christopher de Leon as Nero * Michelle Madrigal as Anita / Cyclone * Frencheska Farr as Celina / Sonica * Sam Pinto as Sammy * Solenn Heussaff as Janna Esquivel * Ellen Adarna as Katrina "Kat" Lazatin / Fuega * Jake Vargas as Alden / Spin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Grazilda
''Grazilda'' is a Philippine television drama fantasy romance series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is a loose adaptation on Drizella, the stepsister of Cinderella. Directed by Dominic Zapata, it stars Glaiza de Castro in the title role. It premiered on September 13, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on January 7, 2011 with a total of 85 episodes. It was replaced by ''Dwarfina'' in its timeslot. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters ;Lead cast *Glaiza de Castro as Grazilda ;Supporting cast *Geoff Eigenmann as Eric *Yasmien Kurdi as Cindy *Daniel Matsunaga as Kasmir *Jolina Magdangal as a fairy godmother *Sheryl Cruz as Fabiola *Cherie Gil as Veronne *Rio Locsin as Matilda *Joel Torre as Fernando *Dominic Roco as Vicente *Polo Ravales as Matthew *Caridad Sanchez as Tisay * Angeli Nicole Sanoy as Jik Jik ;Guest cast *Gwen Zamora as Cinderella * Benedict Campos as Prince Charming *Stef Prescott as Tonette *Bodie Cruz ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
JejeMom
''JejeMom'' is a 2010 Philippine television situational comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Dominic Zapata, it stars Eugene Domingo in the title role. It premiered on August 14, 2010 replacing ''Claudine''. The series concluded on November 13, 2010 with a total of 14 episodes. Cast and characters ;Lead cast *Eugene Domingo as Gigi dela Cruz / Stephanie Jones ;Supporting cast *Jennica Garcia as Lovely dela Cruz / Pamela Jones *Chariz Solomon as Yasmin Villafuerte *Wendell Ramos as Dindo Arañes / Dindo Jones * Robert "Buboy" Villar as G-Boy dela Cruz / Sander Jones *Gelli de Belen as Bunny Wilson *Ricky Davao as Winston Wilson / Lady Gangstah *Carl Guevarra as Jhong Jilaro *Bayani Agbayani as Hepe D. Marangya *Barbie Forteza as Angelene "Angel" Arevalo *Sandy Talag as Tweety Wilson Ratings According to AGB Nielsen Philippines AGB Nielsen Media Research Philippines, commonly called AGB Nielsen, is a market research firm in the Philippines specializing in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Diva (2010 TV Series)
''Diva'' is a 2010 Philippine television drama comedy musical series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Dominic Zapata, it stars Regine Velasquez in the title role. It premiered on March 1, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Full House''. It concluded on July 30, 2010 with a total of 107 episodes. It was replaced by '' Ilumina'' in its timeslot. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Regine Velasquez as Sampaguita "Sam" Fernandez / Melody ;Supporting cast * Rufa Mae Quinto as Lady Garcia Mendoza * Mark Anthony Fernandez as Gary / Ate Kuh * TJ Trinidad as Martin Valencia * Glaiza de Castro as Tiffany Mendoza * Mark Herras as Joey Pepe Smith Fernandez * Jaya as Barang / Barbra * Randy Santiago as George del Rosario * Ynna Asistio as Vanessa * Boboy Garovillo as Elvis Fernandez * Gloria Diaz as Paula Abdul-Ah Fernandez ;Recurring cast * Enzo Pineda as Luke * Gretchen Espina as Debbie Romasanta * Michelle O'Bombshell as Elton * Chariz Solomon as Did * Caridad Sa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Darna (2009 TV Series)
''Darna'' is a Philippine television drama action fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based from Mars Ravelo's fictional Philippine superheroine of the same title. Directed by Dominic Zapata and Don Michael Perez, it stars Marian Rivera in the title role. It premiered on August 10, 2009 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Zorro''. The series concluded on February 19, 2010 with a total of 140 episodes. It was replaced by ''Panday Kids'' in its timeslot. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Marian Rivera as Narda / Darna / Evil Darna / Ex-O / Phoenix ;Supporting cast * Mark Anthony Fernandez as Eduardo / Black Rider * Dennis Trillo as Pancho * Iwa Moto as Valentina * Nadine Samonte as Roma / Babaeng Impakta * Ehra Madrigal as Armida / Babaeng Lawin * Francine Prieto as Lucifera / Babaeng Tuod * Maggie Wilson as Octavia Moran / Lutgarda Morales / Babaeng Linta * Rochelle Pangilinan as Deborah Santos * Jackie Rice as Helena / Helga * Roxanne Barcelo a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
