The Gem of Life
The Gem of Life is a TVB grand production drama, that broadcast between October 2008 and February 2009. The series was specifically filmed to celebrate TVB's 41st Anniversary. Filming took place in many locations apart from Hong Kong, including Tibet, Taiwan, and France.
Premise
The story centers around three sisters: Sylvia, Constance, and Jessica. Each of them faces a failing marriage and the subsequent loss of their comfortable lifestyle. The sisters and their mother, Siu Yau, plot various schemes to recover their family honor and fortune.Awards and nominations
TVB Anniversary Awards (2009)
- TVB [Anniversary Award for Best Drama|Best Drama]
- TVB Anniversary [Award for Best Actor|Best Actor]
- Best Actress
- Best Actress
- Best Actress - Top 5
- Best Supporting Actor - Top 5
- Best Supporting Actor
- Best Supporting Actress - Top 5
- TVB Anniversary Award for [My Favourite Male Character|My Favourite Male Character] - Top 5
- My Favourite Male Character
- My Favourite Male Character
- TVB Anniversary Award for My Favourite [Female Character|My Favourite Female Character]
- My Favourite Female Character
- TVB Anniversary Award for [Most Improved Female Artiste|Most Improved Actress] - Top 5
- Most Improved Actress - '''Top 5'''
15th Shanghai Television Festival
- Best Actress: Ada Choi