The Law According to Lidia Poët
The Law According to Lidia Poët

The Law According to Lidia Poët

2024TV ShowReturning Series2 SeasonsItalian

In late 19th-century Turin, the young Lidia Poët, fights against everything and everyone to get what is rightfully hers: to be enrolled in the official register of lawyers. A profession, at the time, reserved exclusively for men. Nevertheless, nothing could stop her dream of becoming the first female lawyer in Italy.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Matteo Rovere, Davide Diliberto, Francesca MazzoleniGenres: Biographical, Drama, Period

Plot Summary

Set in late 19th-century Turin, Italy, the series follows Lidia Poët, the country's first female lawyer. Despite being admitted to the bar, she is forbidden from practicing law by a court ruling. Undeterred, Lidia works as a legal assistant for her brother, using her sharp intellect and passion for justice to secretly take on cases and fight for the rights of women and the marginalized.

Critical Reception

The series has been praised for its compelling narrative, strong lead performance, and timely exploration of gender inequality and legal battles. It effectively blends historical drama with elements of mystery and courtroom intrigue, offering a fresh perspective on a pioneering historical figure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its feminist themes and historical accuracy.
  • Matilda De Angelis delivers a captivating performance as the determined Lidia Poët.
  • The series successfully balances historical context with engaging courtroom drama.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with viewers appreciating the series' portrayal of a strong female protagonist challenging societal norms and the legal system of the time.

Fun Fact

Lidia Poët was indeed a real person, and she was the first woman in Italy to officially practice law, although her struggle to do so lasted many years.

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