The Mess You Leave Behind

About The Mess You Leave Behind

The Mess You Leave Behind is a gripping TV mystery series that premiered in 2020. Set in a small town in Galicia, Spain, the show follows Raquel, a literature teacher who takes a job at a high school where her predecessor mysteriously died. As Raquel delves deeper into the secrets of the town and the school, she realizes that her life may be in danger, uncovering a web of lies, suspicion, and betrayal.

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• Awards
• Music, Soundtrack

About

The Mess You Leave Behind centers around Raquel Valero, played by Inma Cuesta, who is the new literature teacher at Novariz High School. She soon discovers a journal left behind by Elvira, her predecessor, which leads her to uncover dark secrets about the school and the town. As Raquel becomes entangled in a dangerous web of lies and deceit, she must navigate the treacherous waters of small-town life while uncovering the truth behind Elvira's mysterious death.

Making / Production

The series is based on the novel of the same name by Carlos Montero, who also serves as the creator and executive producer of the show. The Mess You Leave Behind was directed by Roger Gual and Silvia Quer, and features a talented cast and crew who bring the thrilling mystery to life with compelling storytelling and atmospheric cinematography.

Actors

• Inma Cuesta as Raquel Valero - Portrays the main character, a literature teacher who uncovers dark secrets in a small town.
• Bárbara Lennie as Elvira - Plays Raquel's predecessor whose mysterious death sets the events of the series in motion.
• Arón Piper as Iago - A student at the high school who befriends Raquel and becomes entangled in the mystery.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series was filmed in stunning locations in Galicia, Spain, adding to the atmospheric and mysterious tone of the show.
• Carlos Montero, the author of the novel on which the series is based, also co-created the hit Spanish series Elite.

Awards

The Mess You Leave Behind has received critical acclaim and won the award for Best Screenplay at the Ondas Awards, recognizing the outstanding writing that drives the suspenseful narrative of the show.

Quotes

• "The past always leaves a trace. Even when we try to get rid of it." - Raquel Valero
• "Secrets can be deadly. Sometimes it's better not to know the truth." - Elvira

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features a haunting and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the tension and suspense of the mystery unraveling in Raquel's life.