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The Tempest
La tempestad is a Mexican telenovela produced by Salvador Mejía Alejandre for Televisa. It is loosely based on the Colombian telenovela La Tormenta, produced by RTI Colombia for Telemundo and Caracol TV. William Levy and Ximena Navarrete star as the protagonists, while Iván Sanchez, Laura Carmine, Mariana Seoane, Cesar Evora, and Manuel Ojeda star as the antagonists. Daniela Romo is also confirmed to star. Previously, Jessica Coch and Adriana Louvier were originally confirmed to star as the antagonist.
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Plot Summary
Prospera, a sorceress banished to a remote island with her daughter Miranda, conjures a storm to shipwreck her usurping brother and his cronies, bringing them to her domain. Vengeful and powerful, she manipulates events and spirits to orchestrate their fate. As she contemplates her final act of revenge, Prospera must confront her own capacity for forgiveness and the future of her daughter.
Critical Reception
Matthew Dunster's 2017 adaptation of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' was widely praised for its inventive staging and compelling performances, particularly Jodie Comer's portrayal of Prospero. Critics lauded the production's ability to modernize the classic tale while retaining its magic and emotional depth, though some found the pacing occasionally uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Jodie Comer delivers a mesmerizing performance as a powerful and complex Prospero.
The production is visually striking and imaginatively staged.
The adaptation successfully balances classic Shakespearean themes with a fresh, contemporary feel.
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Fun Fact
This production featured a gender-swapped Prospero, with the role played by actress Jodie Comer, offering a fresh perspective on the iconic character.
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