El Hipnotizador

About El Hipnotizador

"El Hipnotizador" is a mysterious and intriguing television series that was first aired in 2016. The plot revolves around Arenas, a hypnotist who can put people into a trance and make them reveal their innermost secrets. However, he is haunted by a dark past that he cannot remember. His quest to uncover the truth leads him into a labyrinth of mysteries and deceit. The series is an engaging rollercoaster ride with stunning visuals and a complex narrative that keeps the viewers hooked.

Making / Production

The series was co-produced by HBO Latin America and Pol-ka Producciones. It was directed by renowned Argentine filmmaker, Alex Gabasi and Brazilian Don Jose Eduardo Belmonte. The story was an adaptation from a graphic novel of the same name, creating a mesmerizing blend of reality and fantasy.

Actors

• Leonardo Sbaraglia played the role of Arenas, the hypnotist. With his deeply expressive performance, he brought an intriguing intensity and complexity to his character.
• Eugenia Suarez played the role of Livia, a woman caught up in Arenas' world, delivering a beautifully nuanced performance.
• Chino Darin impressed as Darek, whose connections to Arenas' past added a new layer to the plot.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is HBO’s first bilingual series, with dialogues in both Spanish and Portuguese.
• El Hipnotizador marked the first time HBO Latin America shot a series outside Brazil or Mexico.
• The story was adapted from a novel which in turn was based on a comic released in 2002.

Awards

While El Hipnotizador didn't bag any awards, its unique storytelling and commendable performances were highly appreciated by the audiences and critics alike.

Quotes

• "Inside your nightmares are the fragments of your truth."
• "Everyone has secrets. Some secrets are deeper than others."
• "The eyes are the window to the soul, and I'm a locksmith."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features an original score composed by Max de Castro and Leo Henkin, a duo who has previously worked on several popular Latin American shows.