“Uncertainties of our time”
ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida evening block features its new revenge drama television series directed by Onat Diaz, starring Maja Salvador, Joseph Marco, RK Bagatsing and Vin Abrenica.
STORY
Political Dynasty
Based on the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines states in Article II Section 26, “The State shall guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service, and prohibit political dynasties as may be defined by law.” The storyline reflects the political system/issue in the Philippines that intervene the conflict in our society.
Political views vary in the different perspective that dominates the construction of our society. The new TV series forthrightly show the problem of political system and how chaotic entering to that world.
Apparently, the hierarchy in society magistrates the integrity and position in life. Thus, it divides the productivity and stronghold of personhood.
The message will depend on the viewers how they will be a critical thinker to solve the unruly problematic society.
Family
A perfection in the structure of the family is an ideal thing for people. As you can see in this TV series, the two realistic view of the family has been revealed. But, you can transcribe the imperial boundary of love to awe a perfection.
The sibling rivalry debunks the anthological series of the sibling in a real setup. We cannot change the reality that we are boxed in the stone of ‘imbalance’ that result in the conflict for siblings.
The family has a big Influence for the building the identity of a child. Indeed, we have to show and create a perfect family for them to manifest and inculcate to their future.
ACTING
The comprehensive and practical techniques established in the acting performance that leads to an outstanding acting performance. The actors provide an incomparable confidence, style, and authenticity in delivering the lines.
Xyriel Manabat as young Lily delivers a heartfelt acting invaluable insights into the craft and its artistry. She will be an entity of Best Actress in the near future.
The “Bida, Kontra-Bida” (protagonist turned antagonist) Maja Salvador as Lily Cruz / Ivy Aguas has its classical acting that integrates the script analysis, expression of the body, voice, and genuine portrayal of the character. Every time Maja comes out on the scene, the authenticity of the character grows and an impeccable acting.
DIRECTING
The genres; melodrama romance, revenge, suspense, and thriller have been justified in its first week of airing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mouK_dc2duM
Stunning and sublime visual accomplishment for director Onat Diaz for its directing prowess and building the artistry in cinematography. A cliché story yet, in a landscape that really does not lack on an average storytelling but put on extreme twists of the story. The pointlessness passion to process and building of his artists as a star.
