El Cuerpo del Deseo

About El Cuerpo del Deseo

El Cuerpo del Deseo is an intriguing soap opera that was released in 2006. It revolves around a wealthy old man, Pedro José Donoso, who gets the unique opportunity to come back to life after his sudden death, in the body of Salvador Cerinza, a handsome but poor man. The saga becomes more complex when Pedro starts looking for his young and beautiful wife, Isabel, who married his personal assistant just before Pedro's first death.

Making / Production

The TV series was produced and broadcast by Telemundo. It was mainly shot in Florida, USA, with subsequent filming of scenes in Columbia. The series was lauded for its compelling storyline and impressive cinematography that contributed significantly to the story's dramatic moments.

Actors

• Mario Cimarro as Salvador Cerinza/Pedro José Donoso - He effortlessly transits from playing a humble farmer to the wealthy old man reborn.
• Lorena Rojas as Isabel Arroyo - She adeptly portrays a young, loving, yet manipulative wife.
• Andrés García as Pedro José Donoso - He convincingly plays a wealthy man fearing abandonment due to his old age.
• Marta Picanes as Abigaíl Domínguez - She shines as Isabel's reliable friend who knows all the secrets.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show was initially released in Colombia before being translated and aired in other countries.
• El Cuerpo del Deseo is also known as Second Chance in some countries.
• The show created a record of sorts when its finale attracted more than 9 million viewers.

Quotes

• "There are things in life that cannot be bought..." - Pedro José Donoso
• "Love, without freedom, is simply a cage." - Salvador Cerinza
• "Money makes many things, but it doesn't buy happiness." - Isabel Arroyo

Music, Soundtrack

• The intoxicating theme song, "La Fuerza de Amar", was sung by Enrique Carriazo.
• The soundtrack included a variety of Latin music that added flavor to the series.