Suburra: Blood on Rome
Italian political crime drama in Rome
About Suburra: Blood on Rome
Released: 2017
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 3 Seasons
Cast
Alessandro Borghi, Giacomo Ferrara, Filippo Nigro, Francesco Acquaroli, Claudia Gerini, Adamo Dionisi, Carlotta Antonelli, Rosa Diletta Rossi, Antonio Bannò, Marzia Ubaldi, Paola Sotgiu, Alberto Cracco, Alessandro Bernardini, Alessandro Proietti, Emmanuele Aita, Alessandra Roca, Federica Sabatini, Eduardo Valdarnini, Jacopo Venturiero, Cristina Pelliccia, Fiorenza Tessari, Lucia Mascino, Augusto Zucchi, Stefano Fabrizi, Barbara Chichiarelli, Federico Tocci, Gerasimos Skiadaresis, Elisabetta De Palo, Renato Marchetti
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About
Suburra: Blood on Rome is a crime TV drama series that premiered in 2017. It is set in Rome and revolves around criminal and political activities in the city. The show explores the power struggles and violence among various criminal organizations, politicians, and the Catholic Church.
The plot focuses on the battle for control over a seaside neighborhood called Ostia, which has become a hub for illicit activities such as drugs, prostitution, and organized crime. The series follows a group of characters, including gangsters, politicians, and a young woman caught in the crossfire, as they navigate this dangerous world.
Making / Production
Suburra: Blood on Rome is based on the novel of the same name by Carlo Bonini and Giancarlo De Cataldo. The TV series was created by Daniele Cesarano, Barbara Petronio, and Ezio Abbate, and it is a prequel to the 2015 film Suburra.
The show was produced by Cattleya, a production company known for producing successful TV series such as Gomorrah. It features a high production value, with cinematic visuals and a gritty atmosphere that captures the dark underbelly of Rome.
Actors
- Alessandro Borghi as Aureliano Adami - Borghi delivers a compelling performance as a young and ambitious gangster trying to rise to power in the criminal underworld.
- Giacomo Ferrara as Alberto "Spadino" Anacleti - Ferrara portrays a member of a powerful crime family who struggles with his own identity and sexuality.
- Francesco Acquaroli as Samurai - Acquaroli plays the role of a ruthless mafia boss who seeks to control Ostia at any cost.
- Claudia Gerini as Sara Monaschi - Gerini portrays a politician who becomes entangled in the criminal activities of Ostia.
- Federico Tocci as Gabriele "Lele" Marchilli - Tocci plays a corrupt cop who is involved in the criminal network.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The series takes its inspiration from the real-life political and criminal events that occurred in Rome during the 2008 political crisis.
- Suburra: Blood on Rome is the first Italian TV series to be produced and distributed by Netflix.
- The show has been praised for its complex and morally ambiguous characters, as well as its depiction of the intersection between crime and politics.
Awards
No awards information available.
Quotes
- "Power is just an illusion." - Aureliano Adami
- "Ostia is a powder keg ready to explode." - Samurai
- "Politics is just another name for organized crime." - Alberto "Spadino" Anacleti
Music
The music for Suburra: Blood on Rome was composed by Mokadelic. The score enhances the atmosphere of the show, with its dark and moody tones.
Soundtrack
No soundtrack information available.
About Suburra: Blood on Rome
Suburra: Blood on Rome is an Italian crime thriller TV series centered on fierce power struggles, corruption, and organized crime in Rome.
