Exploring Dark Themes in ‘La Mesias’: A Spanish Series on Family and Faith
The Spanish series ‘La Mesias’ delves into the profound struggles of a mother turning to prostitution to support her children, later becoming a cult leader. This haunting narrative, awarded at Seriesmania, highlights the traumatic experiences of her children and features a popular Catholic pop group on YouTube. Co-created by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrosi, the series draws inspiration from a real evangelical group and showcases strong female characters, echoing the influence of Pedro Almodovar. The series comprises seven engaging episodes available on Arte.TV.