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Verliebt in Berlin
The original season follows the life of the unsophisticated but good-natured Lisa Plenske, and her incongruous job at the ultra-chic Berlin fashion house Kerima Moda; while the second season revolved around Lisa's ham-fisted but sly half-brother Bruno and junior designer Hannah Refrath.
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Plot Summary
Lisa Plenske, a kind-hearted and intelligent young woman from a provincial town, moves to Berlin to pursue her dreams. She unexpectedly lands a job as an assistant to David Seidel, the attractive and highly successful publisher of a prestigious fashion magazine. Despite their initial clashes due to their vastly different personalities and lifestyles, an undeniable attraction begins to grow between them.
Critical Reception
As a daily telenovela, 'Verliebt in Berlin' was primarily aimed at a broad, young audience and achieved significant popularity in Germany. While not critically acclaimed in the traditional sense, it was praised for its engaging storylines, relatable characters, and high production values for its genre. Its success led to a second season with a new cast and storyline.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming lead performance by Alexandra Neldel.
Engaging and dramatic storylines kept viewers hooked daily.
Appreciated for its modern take on the Cinderella story within the fashion world.
Google audience: Audience reception was overwhelmingly positive, with viewers enjoying the romantic entanglements and character development. Many found the show addictive and looked forward to daily episodes.
Fun Fact
The show was inspired by the popular Colombian telenovela 'Yo soy Betty, la fea' (Ugly Betty).
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