Luis in a learning mode

He could be as vengeful as V in the movie V for Vendetta. In real life, however, Luis Alandy is a peace-loving person. If ever he is provoked to do something “extreme,” it is because his loved ones are in peril.

In GMA 7’s suspense-drama La Vendetta which airs weeknights, Luis plays a role close to home, someone who is loving and caring, especially to those who are abused.

“I play the role of Ariel Guevarra,” says Luis. “He is the lawyer-boyfriend of Amanda Cardinale  played by Jean Garcia who maltreats her sister Eloisa Salumbides-Cardinale (Sunshine Dizon). Ariel’s concern towards Eloisa will create a riff in their relationship.” The TV series also stars Jennylyn Mercado, Mark Herras, Paolo Contis and Polo Ravales.

As an actor, the conflict Ariel may add up to the drama in La Vendetta is only of secondary concern to Luis. What challenges the artist in him are the nuances that define his character.

“It’s different from my character on Impostora,” shares Luis. “I watched movies about lawyers as preparation for my role. I studied how they act and react. I found out that lawyers hardly joke around. They are always thinking and in a pensive mood.”

This is what sets Luis apart from his contemporaries. He does his homework before the camera grinds or the directors give final instructions. Besides, playing lead to support roles and vice versa has helped Luis mature as an actor and understand deeply his profession. 

That’s why Luis is one of the few actors of this generation who can cross over from one network to another.

But for the next two years, televiewers will see Luis appearing more on Kapuso programs. La Vendetta is just the start.

Aside from TV acting, Luis will be seen in upcoming movies like Desperadas, Siglo, Dagaw and Manay Po. He is also doing independent movies. Luis’ recent indie work was in Aloy Adlawan’s Signos where he delivered a sterling performance as a son dealing personal issues with his father. Luis never allowed veterans Irma Adlawan and Ricky Davao eclipse him in their scenes.

“They are two different media,” replies Luis when asked if he is more comfortable in indie/mainstream movie or TV soap. “In the movies, I have a limited time to portray well or essay my character. I can give my role a twist in  soaps. The challenging part there is the character changes as the story progresses.”

Whether he is acting for the small or big screen, Luis always raises the bar in his every performance. It helps him give justice to his role.

“Acting entails constant learning,” shares Luis. “Playing different characters spares me from being typecast, which I like.”

Besides, an actor is also judged by the number of roles he has played in his career. So far, Luis has not been found wanting.