One Hundred Years of Solitude is one of the most beloved and famous novels in the world. Gabriel García Márquez’s masterpiece has been considered unacceptable due to its complex characters and complex story, which has developed over decades. This December, the series adaptation of the novel will be available on Netflix, with the streamer releasing its first full-length trailer today.
© NetflixThe series will be divided into two parts, both consisting of eight episodes. Part One premieres this December 11th. The trailer builds the premise of the story, introducing the relationship between José Arcadio Buendia and Ursula Iguaran, who marry against their parents’ wishes.
Hoping to escape the disapproval of their community, the two set out to find a new home, founding the town of Macondo.
“Several generations of the Buendia clan will mark the future of this mythical city, filled with madness, impossible love, a bloody and senseless war, and the fear of a terrible curse that condemns them, without hope, to a hundred years of solitude,” reads the Netflix synopsis.
You can check out the full trailer below.
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The series is led by Argentinian-born Alex García López, who talks about the pressures of adapting such beloved books and cultural staples.
“It’s not just Colombia, I tell the story of all of Latin America. So when Netflix approached me, my initial reaction was, ‘I have to read it again and get back to you,’ because it’s a very epic novel, not just creative. , also in terms of the cultural weight of bringing such a big, beloved book to life,’ he said. Entertainment Weekly.
“With all big projects, I think if there’s not an element of fear that drives you and motivates you, it’s not worth doing.”
He revealed that García-Márquez’s children, who manage his estate, were on board with the adaptation. They required that the series be shot in Colombia, spoken in Spanish, and starring Colombian actors.
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