The first-ever World War II-themed teleserye in the Philippines, the series became a favorite of internationally acclaimed filmmaker Emille Joson and the legendary "Divine Diva" Zsa Zsa Padilla. James Patrick Anarcon of Philippine Entertainment Portal praised the ensemble cast, particularly highlighting Rhian Ramos for bringing remarkable depth to her character. Meanwhile, Mikhail Lecaros of The Philippine Star Life commended the series for its impressive production design, visuals, costumes, and performances, though he also critiqued its reliance on familiar telenovela tropes.
The show had been a long-gestating vision of acclaimed writer Suzette Doctolero, meticulously planned over the years. Several actors were considered for the four lead roles, the project finally came to fruition in 2024.
Rochelle Pangilinan's portrayal of a comfort woman garnered widespread acclaim, with audiences praising her performance and generating a wave of positive reactions on Twitter during each episode's airtime.