Forbidden Scandal
Forbidden Scandal

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Forbidden Scandal

1995
Movie
94 min
English

Bobi (Chairil JM) and Santi (Windy Chindyana) are childless though they have been married for five years. They are friends with another couple, Krisman and Sri. Krisman and Bobi have a business relationship but then Krisman starts an affair with Santi. They have sex and she gets pregnant. But Bobi does not know that the baby is Krisman’s. Years later, Santi’s daughter, Marina, is robbed by two men. Andi shows up and saves her. Andi and Marina get closer and they start dating. Santi is strongly against their relationship because she knows that Andi is Krisman’s son. Krisman also tries to break the relationship. When the relationship ais broken, it causes Marina to lose her mind

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Director: Jose Luis Garcia AgrazGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman named Veronica navigates the treacherous world of high society after her mother's mysterious death. She uncovers dark secrets about her family's past and finds herself entangled in a passionate but forbidden romance. As she seeks justice and truth, she must confront betrayal and manipulation within her own circles.

Critical Reception

Forbidden Scandal (also known as 'Escandalo Prohibido') received mixed to positive reviews, particularly for its dramatic storytelling and performances, although some critics found its plot predictable. It was a notable production in Mexican television, remembered for its intense melodrama and exploration of social themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dramatic tension and the compelling lead performance.

  • Some viewers found the storyline to be overly melodramatic.

  • Noted for its exploration of societal taboos and forbidden love.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited public data, but it is often remembered fondly by those who followed Mexican telenovelas of the era for its dramatic flair and romantic entanglements.

Fun Fact

The telenovela was known for its controversial themes at the time of its broadcast in Mexico, pushing boundaries for mainstream television.

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