Lorenzo's Time

Lorenzo's Time is a 2012 Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Jerome C. Pobocan and Claudio "Tots" Sanchez-Mariscal IV, it stars Zaijian Jaranilla and Carmina Villarroel. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from July 2 to October 5, 2012, replacing Dahil sa Pag-ibig and was replaced by Ina, Kapatid, Anak.

Lorenzo's Time
Title card
Genre	Drama
Created by	ABS-CBN Studios
Written by	Dindo Perez Shugo Praico Richard Reynante John Joseph Tuason
Directed by	Jerome C. Pobocan Claudio "Tots" Sanchez-Mariscal IV
Starring	Zaijian Jaranilla Carmina Villarroel
Opening theme	"Times of Your Life" by Martin Nievera
Composers	Roger Nichols Bill Lane
Country of origin	Philippines
Original languages	Filipino English
No. of episodes	70 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer	Maya Manuel-Aralar
Cinematography	Roland Besa Bobby Pintor
Running time	30–45 minutes Monday – Friday at 21:15 (PST)
Production company	Dreamscape Entertainment Television
Original release
Network	ABS-CBN
Release	July 2 (2012-07-02) – October 5, 2012 (2012-10-05)

This series was streaming on Jeepney TV.^[1]

Overview

Main article: List of Lorenzo's Time episodes

Year		Episode numbers	Episodes	First aired	Last aired
	2012	1–70	70	July 2, 2012 (2012-07-02)	October 5, 2012 (2012-10-05)

Premise

Lorenzo's Time is a story about a young boy named Lorenzo (Zaijian Jaranilla) who was diagnosed with progeria, an extremely rare genetic condition wherein symptoms resembling aspects of aging are manifested at an early age. In order to preserve his young body, he was subjected to cryonics until his parents find a cure for it. After 30 years, Enzo woke up to a world where he missed precious moments of his life, including his family and the only girl he loves.

Cast and characters

Main cast

• Zaijian Jaranilla as Lorenzo "Enzo" Montereal
• Carmina Villarroel as Kathy "Kat-Kat" Gonzales-Montereal

Supporting cast

• Amy Austria-Ventura as Mildred Montereal-Gamboa
• Gina Pareño as Bella "Ate Belle" Nobleza
• James Blanco as Jonas Silvestre / Archimedes "Archie" Montereal II
• Alfred Vargas as Dr. Carlo Ramirez
• Belle Mariano as Charity "Charie" Gonzales Montereal / young Kat-Kat Gonzales
• Joel Torre as Salvador "Badong" Gamboa
• Rommel Padilla as Vincent Castillo

Recurring cast

• John Estrada as young Manuel Montereal
• Kaye Abad as young Mildred Montereal-Gamboa
• Tess Antonio as Sheryl Santiago
• Vino Martinez as Alfonso "Ali" Gamboa
• Cacai Bautista as Kikay

Guest cast

• Isay Alvarez as Atty. Rachel Medina
• Emilio Garcia as Henry Rivera
• Spanky Manikan as Luis Robles
• Jojo Alejar as Atty. Patrick Dominguez
• Joonee Gamboa as Fr. William Ramos
• Gerald Pesigan as Herbert Flores
• Nina Ricci Alagao as Natasha Magallanes

Special participation

• Tirso Cruz III as Manuel Montereal/ Mang Jose Nobleza
• Dimples Romana as Susan Montereal
• Eric Fructuoso as young Badong Gamboa
• Jannica Pareño as young Bella Nobleza
• John Wayne Sace as young Vincent Castillo
• Rain Quite as young Archie Montereal II
• Christian Vasquez as Dr. Mike Ramirez

Cameo appearances

• 6cyclemind
• Rico J. Puno
• Jinggoy Estrada

Production

The series was announced on February 20, 2012. It was originally called as Frozen Boy before changing to its final title Lorenzo's Time. Production and taping or principal photography of the series was done for 8 months from February 20 to October 5, 2012.

Reception

Lorenzo's Time became an instant hit beating its competitor with 26.4% ratings share in Mega Manila according to the AGB Nielsen data^[2] and it posted an average of 29.2% ratings share nationwide according to the Kantar Media-TNS data.^[3] It became a trending topic worldwide and nationwide on its pilot episode with the audience and critics praising the show for its high concept and creativity.^[4]

Music

Music plays an important part in Lorenzo's Time to express the drama's emotional, comedic and romantic sequences. The soundtrack is led by its first single, Times of Your Life by Martin Nievera.

Lorenzo's Time: The Official Soundtrack
Soundtrack album by Various artists
Released	2012
Genre	OPM, Pop
Label	Star Music
Producer	ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc.

Part 1:

No.	Title	Artist	Length
1.	"Times of Your Life"	Martin Nievera	3:43

Part 2:

No.	Title	Artist	Length
1.	"Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko"	Nyoy Volante	3:25

Part 3:

No.	Title	Artist	Length
1.	"Walang Kapalit"	Piolo Pascual

Promotion

This show has been developed by Mga Anghel na Walang Langit, Princess Sarah, May Bukas Pa, Agua Bendita, Momay, Noah, Mutya, 100 Days to Heaven, Budoy, Ikaw ay Pag-Ibig, and Dahil sa Pag-ibig, due to genre of family and religious-oriented drama series where Dreamscape Entertainment released these types of series since 2005. It was succeeded by Juan dela Cruz.

Accolades

Awards and nominations

Year	Awarded for/Category	Recipient(s)	Work	Result	Ref
2013	27th PMPC Star Awards for TV	Best Child Performer	Zaijian Jaranilla	Lorenzo's Time	Nominated
		Best Drama Supporting Actress	Amy Austria		Nominated

See also

• List of programs broadcast by ABS-CBN
• List of ABS-CBN Studios original drama series