About The Most Assassinated Woman in the World

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About

The Most Assassinated Woman in the World is a drama TV show released in 2018. It is directed by François Simard, Anouk Whissell, and Yoann-Karl Whissell. The show is set in 1930s Paris and tells the story of Paula Maxa, a famous stage actress known for her role as the most assassinated woman in the world.

The plot revolves around Paula's life both on and off the stage, as a series of brutal murders start happening in Paris. As the body count rises, Paula starts to suspect that the killings are somehow connected to her performances and becomes entangled in a web of mystery and danger. The show explores themes of fame, obsession, and the blurred lines between reality and performance.

Making / Production

The Most Assassinated Woman in the World was produced by Empreinte Digitale and co-produced by Nexus Factory and Umedia. The show was shot on location in Paris, capturing the ambiance and architecture of the 1930s era. The production team recreated the historic theaters and stages to bring authenticity to the story.

The directors aimed to immerse the audience in the glamorous yet dark world of the theater, using atmospheric lighting and stylized cinematography. The costumes and set designs were meticulous in recreating the glamorous fashion of the time.

Actors

• Anna Mouglalis as Paula Maxa - Anna brilliantly portrays Paula Maxa, capturing her vulnerability and strength as she navigates the dangers surrounding her.
• Niels Schneider as Jean - Niels delivers an intense and mysterious performance as Jean, a journalist who becomes fascinated by Paula's world.
• André Wilms as Georges - André brings depth and complexity to the character of Georges, the theater's director.
• Sissi Duparc as Yvette - Sissi shines as Yvette, one of Paula's fellow actresses, providing support and friendship.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Most Assassinated Woman in the World is inspired by the real-life stage actress Paula Maxa who performed at the Grand-Guignol theater in Paris.
• The Grand-Guignol theater was renowned for its horror and suspense plays, presenting graphic and violent scenes on stage.
• The show incorporates elements of historical events and the theater's reputation for shocking audiences.
• The plot intertwines fiction and reality, blurring the lines between Paula's performances and the murders.

Awards

The Most Assassinated Woman in the World received critical acclaim and won several awards, including:

• Best International TV Series at the Rome Film Festival
• Best Costume Design at the Flanders International Film Festival
• Best Cinematography at the Sitges Film Festival

Quotes

• "The stage is my sanctuary. It's where I come alive." - Paula Maxa
• "There's a thin line between horror and beauty. Life imitates art." - Jean
• "We live in a world fascinated by violence, and we find it thrilling even if it scares us." - Georges

Music / Soundtrack

• The soundtrack of The Most Assassinated Woman in the World features a haunting and atmospheric score composed by François-Éudes Chanfrault.
• The music blends classical elements with suspenseful motifs, enhancing the dark and mysterious atmosphere of the show.
• Notable tracks from the soundtrack include "Murderous Whispers" and "Behind the Curtain."