Cable Girls

About Cable Girls

Cable Girls, also known as Las Chicas del Cable, is a Spanish period drama television series created by Ramón Campos and Gema R. Neira. The show first premiered on Netflix in 2017 and quickly gained popularity for its engaging storylines and strong female characters. Set in the 1920s in Madrid, Cable Girls follows the lives of four women who work as operators at a modern telecommunications company, serving as a backdrop for the social changes happening in Spain during that time.

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

About

In Cable Girls, viewers are introduced to the lives of Lidia, Marga, Carlota, and Ángeles as they navigate love, friendship, and ambition in a changing world. Lidia, played by Blanca Suárez, is a determined and resourceful woman who has secrets from her past that come back to haunt her. Marga, played by Nadia de Santiago, is a kind-hearted young woman who dreams of a better life. Carlota, played by Ana Fernández, is a rebellious feminist who challenges societal norms. Ángeles, played by Maggie Civantos, is a devoted mother who struggles to balance work and family.

Making / Production

The show captures the essence of the 1920s through its detailed set design, costumes, and music. The characters experience love, heartbreak, betrayal, and triumphs against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society.

Actors

• Blanca Suárez as Lidia Aguilar - A strong-willed woman with a mysterious past.
• Nadia de Santiago as Marga Suárez - A sweet and ambitious young woman.
• Ana Fernández as Carlota Rodríguez de Senillosa - A fierce feminist challenging the status quo.
• Maggie Civantos as Ángeles Vidal - A devoted mother and loyal friend.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Cable Girls was one of the first Spanish Netflix Original series.
• The series was praised for its strong female characters and feminist themes.
• Several cast members learned how to operate switchboards for their roles.

Awards

Cable Girls received several award nominations, including nods for Best Drama Series at the Premios Feroz and Premios Iris.

Quotes

• "We are the authors of our own destiny." - Lidia
• "Strength is nothing if it is not put to the test." - Marga
• "Women should be able to decide for themselves." - Carlota

Music, Soundtrack

• The show's soundtrack features a mix of jazz and traditional Spanish music, setting the mood for each scene.
• Original songs were composed to enhance the emotional impact of key moments in the series.