promise Made history by becoming the first Spanish soap opera to win an International Emmy. But this is not the only milestone that this La 1 period series has achieved and, apart from other great recognitions, its greatest reward is the affection of more than a million viewers, who feel it every afternoon since its premiere in January 2023. In front of the screen so as not to miss a second of his favorite fiction. We reveal to you what makes this production over the top.
© RTVEA trip to another time
The series is set in 1910 and takes place in the mansion that gives it its name. The story begins with the arrival of Jana (Ana Garces), a young woman of humble origin who joins the service of the house after saving the life of the Marquis’ son, but not by accident, but with a clear purpose: to take revenge. who killed his mother and kidnapped his brother. That trip back in time, along with the way we see a time we haven’t lived through, is one of the factors that engages the public the most. Followers are able to transport themselves to another historical moment and live another life without their couch at home.
© RTVEActors line up on the same side
Undoubtedly, one of the fundamental parts of success promise Its cast, a choral group made up of veterans and newcomers, includes Ana Garcés, Joaquin Clement, Arturo García Sancho, Eva Martín and María Castro.
© Marta Garcia Campoy / RTVEBoth main and secondary characters are essential to telling a story, where some cannot be understood without the others. This perfect balance between heavy and light plot softens the pace when the plot is too intense and at the same time, opens up new unknowns and paths.
© RTVEStunning location and setting
It will be impossible to immerse yourself in its atmosphere promise Apart from the sights and decorations that transport us at a glance, to another era. Although the series takes place in fiction Los Pedroches, CordobaIts exteriors are far from there, as far as history goes El Rincon Palace, in Village of Fresnoa nearby city madrid
© RTVEThis building is owned by Tamara Falcó and with Iñigo Onieva where ‘I do’ was said. Fiction has also been filmed on the farm Jaral of Meerain Madrid; in Monastery of Lupianain Guadalajara; or between Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso in Segovia.
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© Bambu ProductionsFurthermore, as the series progressed, new locations were redesigned and added, raising the production to a level never seen in a daily series. For example, World War I The farm is recreated in a specially constructed trench for fiction Dehesa de Monariahim, in Toledo.
© RTVEpromise It is also filmed on two impressive sets measuring 3,000 m², where stands a large recreation of the Marchioness’ Palace of Guinon, the historical period in which the story takes place: End of restoreBetween 1874 and 1923 is an almost unknown, but fundamental period in the history of Spain.
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© RTVEThe setting is a perfect reproduction of the historical moment that represents and faithfully shows class distinctions. This is reflected in the contrast between the luxurious rooms of the gentlemen, large living rooms and dining rooms, which correspond to the areas in which the marquises and their families moved, and the various and modest rooms where the members of the servants lived. .
© RTVEdream dress
But not only is it important to contextualize the era through settings and locations, but they also know how to do it through costumes and props. The characters’ costumes attract attention for their luxury or sobriety, depending on whether they correspond to nobles or servants.
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© RTVEFrom maids dresses to uniforms Jobs (Javi Lock) And Manuel (Arturo Garcia Sancho) In battle, through the impressive women’s gala dresses, all are crafted in great detail. In addition, fashion is constantly evolving, these styles change with the changes of history, for example, the addition of new uniforms for the service and a renovated wardrobe in the noble area of the palace.
© RTVEExciting plot
in promiseWhich is also a success and jump in Italy NetflixThe story captivates the viewer from the very first moment with its dose of mystery, betrayal, revenge, secrets and love, all classic elements of a soap opera, but which constantly surprises the viewer.
© RTVEFiction vividly recreates the social distinctions of an era and, just a few days ago, it reversed everything by changing the roles of the protagonists: the rich became servants and the servants became masters. A funny contrast that caught the public’s attention, thanks to an episode that undercuts the story’s overt conflict.
© RTVEHowever, viewers are eagerly awaiting an event that will happen very soon in chapters 499 and 500, which may be correct: Jana has already moved to the noble floor to live with Manuel’s fiancé and the Marquis. In the coming weeks, chapters full of excitement appear as the hero prepares for his new life with the help of a governess, amidst the scorn of noblemen and the dark machinations of the Marchioness. Some intense emotions that will lead to marriage.
In the meantime, many difficult feelings will move other residents of the palace, such as Maria Fernandez (Sara Molina), Catalina (Carmen Esekas) or Pelayo (Michelle Tejerina). In addition, we will also meet Leocadia, a new character played by Isabel Serrano, who is going to be very important.
