Alias Grace

About Alias Grace

Alias Grace is a captivating TV show in the Crime TV Dramas genre that premiered in 2017. The series, based on Margaret Atwood's novel of the same name, revolves around the true story of Grace Marks, a young Irish immigrant who is convicted of a double murder in 19th-century Canada. Through the lens of a psychiatrist conducting research on her case, the show delves into Grace's tumultuous past, exploring themes of memory, trauma, and identity.

Explore

• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music, Soundtrack

About

Alias Grace follows Grace Marks, a young Irish immigrant serving a life sentence for the brutal murders of her employer and his housekeeper. Dr. Simon Jordan, a psychiatrist, becomes fascinated with Grace's case and sets out to uncover the truth behind the murders. As Dr. Jordan delves deeper into Grace's past and psyche, he becomes entangled in a web of secrets, manipulation, and conflicting narratives.

Making / Production

The miniseries was directed by Mary Harron and written by Sarah Polley. The show was praised for its moody cinematography, period-accurate costumes, and attention to detail in recreating 19th-century Canada. The production team meticulously researched the historical context of the story to create an authentic atmosphere that immerses viewers in Grace's world.

Actors

• Sarah Gadon as Grace Marks - Gadon portrayed Grace Marks with a mix of vulnerability and tenacity, capturing the complexity of a young woman grappling with her past and present circumstances.
• Edward Holcroft as Dr. Simon Jordan - Holcroft's portrayal of Dr. Jordan brought a sense of empathy and curiosity to the character, as he becomes emotionally invested in Grace's case.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Margaret Atwood, the author of the novel Alias Grace, makes a cameo appearance in the series.
• The show was inspired by the true story of Grace Marks, who was convicted of murder in 1843 in Canada.

Awards

Alias Grace received critical acclaim and several award nominations, including multiple Canadian Screen Award nominations for Best Limited Series and Best Actress for Sarah Gadon.

Quotes

• "Sometimes at night, I whisper it over to myself: Murderess, Murderess. It rustles, like a taffeta skirt along the floor." - Grace Marks
• "When you are in the room, Grace, men know it. They sense it in the very air." - Dr. Simon Jordan

Music, Soundtrack

• The haunting and atmospheric soundtrack of Alias Grace was composed by Jeff Danna and Mychael Danna, complementing the show's suspenseful tone and historical setting.