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Terra ribelle
Terra ribelle is a TV series in 2010 and 2012 on Rai 1. The series follows the evolution of the intricate relationship between the two childhood friends Andrea and Iacopo, and two noble sisters decayed, Elena and Luisa, against the backdrop of intrigue and stories of common life of the Tuscan Maremma in the nineteenth century. The drama, produced by Rai Fiction and Albatross Entertainment, is composed of a total of 15 episodes of 100 minutes each, the first of which debuted Sunday, October 17, 2010 in prime time on Rai 1. On 21 October 2012, the fiction back in prime time on Rai 1, with the second season, set in the early '900, tell through the evolution of the love story of Andrea and Elena, the emigration of many Italians, especially Maremma, to South America. The project combines the director Cinzia TH Torrini and screenwriter Peter Exacoustos after the success of the series Elisa di Rivombrosa.
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Plot Summary
In 1860s Tuscany, amidst the unification of Italy, a powerful landowner, Ugo Corsi, finds himself at odds with the new regime and his own family. Torn between his traditional values and the changing political landscape, he must navigate treacherous alliances and personal betrayals.
Critical Reception
Terra ribelle received mixed reviews. While praised for its ambitious scope and period detail, some critics found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Performances, particularly from Alessio Boni, were generally well-regarded.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its historical setting and the central performance.
Criticized for a sometimes slow pace and overly complicated narrative.
Visually appealing with strong production design.
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Fun Fact
The series was filmed in various locations across Tuscany, aiming to capture the region's historical beauty and atmosphere.
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