Mga Basang Sisiw

Mga Basang Sisiw (International title: Lost Children / transl. The Wet Chicks) is a 2013 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 1981 Philippine film of the same title. Directed by Ricky Davao, it stars Renz Valerio, Bianca Umali, Kimberly Faye, Hershey Garcia and Miko Zarsadias. It premiered on June 3, 2013 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Unforgettable and worldwide on June 5, 2013 on GMA Pinoy TV. The series concluded on November 1, 2013 with a total of 110 episodes. It was replaced by Villa Quintana in its timeslot.

Mga Basang Sisiw
Title card
Also known asLost Children
GenreDrama
Based onMga Basang Sisiw (1981)
Developed byDode Cruz
Written by
  • Luningning Interio-Ribay
  • Christine Novicio
Directed byRicky Davao
Creative director(s)Jun Lana
Starring
Opening theme"Natutulog Ba ang Diyos?" by Roseanne Magan
Composer(s)Nonong Buencamino
Country of originPhilippines
Original language(s)Tagalog
No. of episodes110
Production
Executive producer(s)Kaye Atienza-Cadsawan
Production location(s)Quezon City, Philippines
CinematographyChiqui Soriano
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time30-45 minutes
Production company(s)GMA Entertainment TV
Release
Original networkGMA Network
Picture format480i (SDTV)
Original releaseJune 3 (2013-06-03) –
November 1, 2013 (2013-11-01)

Premise

The series chronicles the story of five siblings – Justin, Faye, Shine, Cha and Mickey – and their long and painful journey to rebuild their once happy family.[1]

Cast and characters
Lead cast
  • Renz Valerio as Justin Santos[2]
  • Bianca Umali as Feline "Faye" Santos[3]
  • Kimberly Faye Fulgar as Sunshine "Shine" Santos
  • Hershey Garcia as Charity "Cha" Santos
  • Miko Zarsadias as Michael "Mickey" Santos[4]
Supporting cast

Background

The television series is a re-imagining of Agustin dela Cruz's blockbuster classic flick Mga Basang Sisiw (a Pinoy idiomatic expression which means pitiful/hopeless/in dire condition). Produced and released by BSH Films in 1981, the movie stars Julie Vega, Janice de Belen, Cheche Perez de Tagle, Sheryl Cruz, Niño Muhlach and Helen Vela, who also served as producer.[9]

Production and development

April 2013, GMA Network announced that they would adapt Mga Basang Sisiw into a soap opera, posing the theme: "No matter how bad life seems, someone always shares and understands one's confinement in such a desperate state." Head writer Richard Cruz enhanced the original plot by adding twists, subplots and additional characters. The series was executive produced by Kaye Atienza-Cadsawan and directed by Ricky Davao. The creative team was composed of Afternoon Prime Head, Roy Iglesias; Creative Consultant, Kit Villanueva Langit; Program Manager, Hazel F. Abonita; Headwriter, Richard Dode Cruz; writers, Luningning Ribay and Christine Novicio; and Brainstormers, Gilda Olvidado and Liberty Trinidad.[10]

The series features eleven regular speaking roles. The majority of the ensemble cast was assembled in March/April 2013. Lani Mercado and Raymond Bagatsing were the first two actors to be chosen. The role of Vicky Santa Maria was originally offered to LJ Reyes who declined, so it was given to Maxene Magalona – her first "anti-hero" role.[11] Magalona described her role as "super villain" and further stated "later in the series, it will be shown why my character is behaving that way, cold and cruel. [...] people will also sympathize with my character when they understand why she's acting that way."[12] Gardo Versoza, veteran actress Caridad Sanchez and Mike Tan were the last actors to be cast.[13] Tan described his role Rigor Manalastas as a "grey" character and "you either love him or hate him."[14]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Mga Basang Sisiw earned a 13.5% rating.[15] While the final episode scored a 15.3% rating.[16]

Accolades
Accolades received by Mga Basang Sisiw
Year Award Category Recipient Result
2013 27th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Daytime Drama Series Mga Basang Sisiw Nominated
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References
  1. "New afternoon soap". Manila Standard Today. June 2, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  2. "Kapuso teen star Renz Valerio admits crush on Star Magic talent Janella Salvador | PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  3. "Bianca Umali challenged in her first major soap, Agustin dela Cruz's 'Mga Basang Sisiw' | GMANetwork.com - Entertainment - Home of Kapuso shows and stars - Articles". GMANetwork.com. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  4. "GMA launches young dramatic stars via 'Mga Basang Sisiw'". Sun.Star. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  5. "Maxene Magalona takes on her first kontrabida role in Agustin dela Cruz's 'Mga Basang Sisiw' | GMANetwork.com - Entertainment - Home of Kapuso shows and stars - Articles". GMANetwork.com. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  6. "Not Seen on TV: An invite from Gardo Versoza | GMANetwork.com - Entertainment - Home of Kapuso shows and stars - Videos". GMANetwork.com. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  7. "Mike Tan denies being neglected by GMA-7 | PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  8. "Not Seen on TV: An invite from Caridad Sanchez | GMANetwork.com - Entertainment - Home of Kapuso shows and stars - Videos". GMANetwork.com. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  9. "Abante News Online :: Philippines | ENTERTAINMENT". Abante.com.ph. June 2, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  10. "Maxene Magalona maltreats young kids in Mga Basang Sisiw | PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  11. Nitz Miralles (May 17, 2013). "Blind item | Showbiz". Journal.com.ph. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  12. Mario Bautista (May 31, 2013). "Maxene appreciates Bela's move | Showbiz". Journal.com.ph. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  13. "Matapos sapawan ng eleksiyon, showbiz back to normal na | Pang Movies, Pang Masa". philstar.com. May 16, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  14. "Mike Tan on gay roles: "Hindi ko kaya, hindi ko pa kaya." | PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  15. "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (June 3 to 6, 2013): Mga Basang Sisiw and Anna KareNina enter top rated programs on pilot episode". June 11, 2013. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
  16. Santiago, B.A. (November 13, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (October 29 to November 3, 2013): Honesto consistently beats rival; GMA-7 shows top weekend primetime". Retrieved March 1, 2018.
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