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El Clon
Lucas falls for a young Arab girl named Jade. She is caught between modern values and her Islamic upbringing. They separate and two decades pass. Then a strange turn of luck brings the pair together. Then Jade meets a clone, who is just like Lucas, but twenty years younger. She must choose between the man she loved and the memory she cherishes.
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Plot Summary
The series tells the story of Lucas, a young man who is tragically killed in a plane crash. His grief-stricken father, a wealthy businessman, secretly facilitates the creation of a human clone of his son. The clone, Diego, is raised in secret and grows up to fall in love with Jade, a young woman who was in love with the original Lucas. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, identity, and the ethical implications of cloning.
Critical Reception
As a telenovela, 'El Clon' (the 2011 Telemundo adaptation) garnered significant viewership and was generally well-received for its compelling storyline, strong performances, and dramatic tension. It resonated with audiences for its exploration of complex relationships and its ambitious premise, though like many telenovelas, critical analysis often focused on its melodramatic elements and lengthy run.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its engaging and emotional storyline, particularly the central love triangle.
Appreciated for the performances of the lead actors, who conveyed complex emotions effectively.
Noted for its ambitious exploration of themes like cloning, destiny, and forbidden love within the telenovela format.
Google audience: Audience reception on platforms like Google was generally positive, with viewers often commenting on the addictive nature of the plot, the chemistry between the main characters, and the show's ability to evoke strong emotions. Many found the cloning aspect a fascinating, albeit melodramatic, plot device that added to the show's unique appeal.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for several Premios tu Mundo awards, including Favorite Telenovela.
Fun Fact
The 2011 Telemundo adaptation is a remake of the highly successful 2001 Brazilian telenovela of the same name, 'O Clone'.
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