Someone Has to Die
Spanish thriller exploring social and sexual taboos
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Released: 2020
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 1 Season
Cast
Carmen Maura, Cecilia Suárez, Ester Expósito, Ernesto Alterio, Alejandro Speitzer, Isaac Hernández, Carlos Cuevas, Mariola Fuentes, Pilar Castro, Juan Carlos Vellido, Eduardo Casanova, Manuel Morón, Javier Pereira
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Someone Has to Die is a TV show in the thriller genre that was released in 2020. The show is set in 1950s Spain and follows a young man, Gabino, who returns from Mexico to his conservative and traditional family. The story takes a dark twist when Gabino's family pressures him to marry Celeste, a woman chosen by his family, despite Gabino being in a secret relationship with Lázaro, a Mexican ballet dancer.
The tensions rise further when Lazaro is accused of a serious crime, and the consequences of this accusation will determine the fate of all those involved. The show explores themes of love, family, and the rigid social norms of the time.
Making / Production
Someone Has to Die was created by Manolo Caro and produced by Netflix and Noc Noc Cinema. The show is a Spanish-Mexican co-production. Caro, who is known for his previous works such as The House of Flowers, served as the show's director and writer.
The production of the show involved a meticulous recreation of 1950s Spain, including the costumes, props, and set design. The attention to detail adds to the immersive experience for the viewers.
Actors
- Carmen Maura as Mina: Gabino's mother, a traditional and strict woman.
- Cecilia Suárez as Pepita: Gabino's sister, who has her own secrets.
- Ernesto Alterio as Gregorio: Gabino's father, a wealthy and influential man.
- Alejandro Speitzer as Gabino: The main protagonist torn between love and family expectations.
- Isaac Hernández as Lázaro: The Mexican ballet dancer and Gabino's secret lover.
- Ester Expósito as Cayetana: The young woman engaged to Gabino.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The show explores the themes of homosexuality, traditional values, and the social pressure to conform to societal norms.
- Someone Has to Die is set in the era of Francoist Spain, a time of strict conservatism and repression.
- The show has been praised for its cinematography and period set design, creating an immersive and authentic atmosphere.
- It tackles themes of homophobia and the consequences of living in a society where one's true identity must be hidden.
Awards
Someone Has to Die has not received any notable awards as of now.
Quotes
- "Love does not choose who it wants, but our society does." - Gabino
- "Sometimes, the greater sin is to live a lie." - Lázaro
Music / Soundtrack
- The show features a haunting and atmospheric score composed by Lucas Vidal.
- Various classical music pieces are also used to enhance the dramatic moments in the show.
- The soundtrack perfectly captures the tension and emotion of the story.
About Someone Has to Die
A suspenseful Spanish mini-series, Someone Has to Die unravels a young man's troubling homecoming in a conservative, high-society family in Franco-era Spain.
