Broken Vow
Broken Vow is a Filipino drama series created and written by Dode Cruz, under the direction of Gil Tejada, Jr. and produced by GMA Network. The series starred Bianca King, Luis Alandy, Gabby Eigenmann and Rochelle Pangilinan as the four lead characters. It premiered February 6, 2012 replacing Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit in GMA Afternoon Prime block and February 8, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. This series follows the story of Melissa, Felix, Roberto and Rebecca, the four protagonists whose lives and loves entangled by deception, obsession, broken love and broken promises. Originally slated to air for just one season, the series awarded several extensions after it scores massive success in television ratings, both in Urban Luzon, Mega Manila and National Urban Philippines, outshining its competition in the afternoon slot. The series is set to conclude on June 15, 2012 and to be replaced by Faithfully. It ran for 19 weeks with 93 episodes all in all.
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Plot Summary
A successful and charming businessman finds himself in a complex emotional entanglement. He is drawn to a married woman, leading to a forbidden romance that challenges societal norms and personal ethics. The film explores the consequences of their passionate affair and the difficult choices they must make.
Critical Reception
Broken Vow received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. While some performances were noted, the film struggled to resonate with audiences due to its conventional storytelling and thematic handling.
What Reviewers Say
- The film attempts to explore a sensitive theme but falls short due to a weak script.
- Performances are adequate, but the melodrama overshadows any genuine emotional depth.
- A predictable narrative that offers little new to the romance-drama genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was also known as 'Ya Rabba' and faced some production delays before its release.
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