Katipunan (TV series)

Katipunan
Title card
Also known as The Aggregation
Genre Historical period drama
Written by Ian Victoriano
Directed by King Mark Baco
Starring Sid Lucero
Country of origin Philippines
Original language(s)
No. of episodes 10
Production
Executive producer(s) Jayson Bernard Santos
Production location(s) Philippines
Cinematography
  • AB Garcia
  • Ber Cruz
  • Rommel Sale
  • Marvin Reyes
Camera setup Multiple-camera setup
Running time 30-45 minutes
Production company(s) GMA News and Public Affairs
Release
Original network GMA Network
Picture format 480i (SDTV)
Original release October 19 (2013-10-19) – December 28, 2013 (2013-12-28)

Katipunan (lit. Assembly) is a 2013 Philippine television drama historical period series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by King Mark Back, it stars Sid Lucero. It premiered on October 19, 2013 and worldwide on GMA Pinoy TV on November 3, 2013 and. The series concluded on December 28, 2013 with a total of 10 episodes.

The series presents the Katipunan's history in its entirety, from Andres Bonifacio's formation of the group, its discovery by the Spaniards, and Bonifacio's murder. It presents in detail the life of the Supremo, the truth about the intrigues and in-fighting within the Katipunan, and the heroes and heels of the Philippine Revolution.[1]

Premise

Katipunan is a ten-part (originally intended to only have eight episodes) dramatic series that aims to present the Katipunan history in its entirety, from Bonifacio’s formation of the group to the surrender of Emilio Aguinaldo to Americans. It will present in detail the life of the Supremo, the truth about the intrigues and in-fighting within the Katipunan, and the heroes and heels of the Philippine Revolution.

Cast and characters

Glaiza de Castro portrays Gregoria de Jesus.
Benjamin Alves portrays Sebastian.
Main cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Episodes

The 10-episode mini-series began with a primer on October 12, 2013, before its official premier on October 19, 2013. The primer, entitled Anak ng Bayan: The Katipunan Primer, is narrated by actor Sid Lucero and discussed some of the popular myths about the Katipunan and the life story of Andres Bonifacio. The primer also features behind the scenes footage and interviews with the staff and actors as they take on the challenging production of Katipunan.

Episode Title Original air date
1 Unang Kabanata: Teresa October 19, 2013
2 Ikalawang Kabanata: Sebastian at Pacquing November 2, 2013
3 Ikatlong Kabanata: Oriang November 9, 2013
4 Ika-apat na Kabanata: Trahedya at Pagtataksil November 16, 2013
5 Ika-limang Kabanata: Haring Bayan November 23, 2013
6 Ika-anim na Kabanata: Karsel November 30, 2013
7 Ika-pitong Kabanata: Tejeros December 7, 2013
8 Ika-pitong Kabanata: Ang Paglilitis December 14, 2013
9 Ika-siyam na Kabanata: Ang Simula December 21, 2013
10 Ika-sampung Kabanata: Hatol at Kamatayan December 28, 2013

Anak ng Bayan: The Katipunan Primer' and Katipunan Unang Kabanata: Teresa were uploaded in GMA Public Affairs' official YouTube account.[2][3] In 2014, Katipunan was rerun on GMA News TV.

Crossover

Sid Lucero, Glaiza de Castro and Benjamin Alves reprised their roles as Andres Bonifacio, Gregoria de Jesus and Sebastian in the final episode of GMA Network's 2014 Ilustrado.

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Katipunan earned a 13.7% rating.[4] While the final episode scored a 13.4% rating.[5]

Accolades

Year Award Category Recipient Result Ref.
2014 Asia Image Apollo Awards Best Cinematography - Long Form Katipunan ("Teresa") Won [6][7]
Katipunan ("The Trial") Nominated
Sound Design - Long Form Katipunan ("Teresa") Nominated
2015 New York Festivals Best Camerawork Finalist [8]

References

  1. ↑ http://www.pep.ph/guide/guide/12584/sid-lucero-and-glaiza-de-castro-will-topbill-gmas-historical-docudrama-katipunan
  2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22tnExMVgVY
  3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzgcsyhNwmM
  4. ↑ Tuazon, Nikko (October 29, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (October 14 to 20, 2013): Genesis enters top 10; My Husband's Lover's finale beats Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin". Retrieved March 1, 2018.
  5. ↑ 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". Retrieved March 1, 2018.
  6. ↑ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/video/208513/newstogo/docudrama-na-katipunan-wagi-sa-asia-image-apollo-awards-sa-singapore
  7. ↑ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on September 20, 2015. Retrieved February 27, 2016.
  8. ↑ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/440519/economy/companies/eight-gma-network-finalists-in-2015-new-york-festivals
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