La Moderna

2024 International Emmy Awards Nominee

13/10/2023 14:23 horas

Por RTVE

LA MODERNA

Long Running Series - Drama

S1 - 120 x 50' / S2 - 116 x 50' / S3 - 85 x 50'

Immerse yourself in the vibrant Madrid of 1930, where cultural bustle and social transformations are the backdrop for this series, inspired by the novel "Tea Rooms" by Luisa Carnés. The Spanish capital becomes an effervescent scene of change, led by the prominent Generation of '27, which includes the courageous artists known as the 'Sinsombrero' (hatless): María Zambrano, Rosa Chacel, Maruja Mallo and Luisa Carnés herself. Despite the unstable political and social atmosphere that pervades the city, there is an exclusive refuge near Puerta del Sol, where problems are left outside: the tearoom 'La Moderna'.

With its exquisite pastries, cakes, tea and coffee, this establishment has become a magnet for Madrileños from different social classes: middle and upper class families, military, actors, civil servants, businessmen... But among the elegant tables and refined atmosphere, there is a group of women who form a fundamental part of this portrait of the period: the salon employees. These women, who barely make ends meet, spend more time than anyone else in this distinguished establishment. Dressed in their uniforms, they attend to the clientele with grace, tiptoeing about, smiling and avoiding talking more than necessary. They are the protagonists of this captivating story.

Discover the background of these women, their struggles and aspirations, in a Madrid where appearances are deceptive and social roles are about to change. La Moderna' is a journey through the contrasts of a fascinating era, where the reality is between luxury and precariousness. Get ready for a television experience that will immerse you in the secrets and emotions of a Madrid that pulsates with strength in every corner.

FEATURES:

Matilde Garcés: This young woman of humble origins will try her luck as an employee of the exquisite tea room La Moderna. Matilde is the only hope left for the Garcés family, which is going through financial difficulties and hopes that the salary of the eldest daughter can solve them. Despite the righteousness of the salon, Matilde does not abandon her revolutionary spirit and will work hard to achieve improvements for the employees.

In addition, the protagonist will be reunited with her childhood sweetheart, Iñigo, with whom she has always been in love.

Iñigo Peñalver: An honest worker, a faithful friend and very chivalrous. Iñigo will do everything possible to make life easier for the woman of his dreams, Matilde. However, Doña Carla, his old flame, will make sure that their relationship turns into a nightmare at times.

Don Jaime: He is a businessman and is married to Carla. He is the owner of the gallery where La Moderna is located. He trusts his right-hand man, Iñigo.

Carla Morcuende: The villain of the story. She is obsessed with Inigo and will do everything possible to separate her lover from Matilde. All this without arousing the suspicions of her husband, Don Jaime.

Teresa Soler: Very stern and hard-nosed, the manager of La Moderna Tea Room will see to it that the strict rules governing the distinguished business are complied with. She has a special grudge against Matilde, whom she considers a threat to the salon.

Trini: A strong-willed woman who will find it hard to control her temper in the face of La Moderna's discipline. Very hardworking and helpful, but with a secret that will cost her more than one headache.

Antonia Hinojosa: The veteran employee of La Moderna will act as a mother to her colleagues, especially to Marta and Matilde. She has not yet recovered from the painful death of her husband.

Marta Trujillo: The youngest of La Moderna. A girl from the provinces who faces a hard and gritty life in the big city.

Miguel: He runs the bookstore right across the street from La Moderna. He is married to Trini, but they will have to hide their marriage from the public, because married women are not allowed to work at La Moderna Tea Room.

CREDITS:

Directed by: Humberto Miró, Liliana Bocanegra, Isaac Cantero, David Montoya, Pedro Martínez

Screenplay: Carlos Martín and Joaquín Santamaría

Cast: Helena Ezquerro, Stephanie Magnin Vella, Almagro San Miguel, Sara Rivero, Teresa Hurtado de Ory, Miryam Gallego, José Luis García-Pérez, Berta Castañé, Rodrigo Simón, Cosette Silguero, Bàrbara Mestanza, Llorenç González, Carles Sanjaime, Carlos Librado, Xabier Murua, Lorea Carballo, Andrea Fiorillo, María José Parra, Pablo Álvarez, Germán Alcarazu

Technical crew: Roberto González (Original music), Jesús Díaz (Original music), Antonio González Méndez (Director of photography), Juan Carlos de la Torre (Director of photography), Jacobo Sánchez (Director of photography), Laurent Berna (Editing), José Picarporte (Direction coordinator), Gabriel Nieto Gallardo (Production manager).

An RTVE production in collaboration with Boomerang TV.

Produced by: Luis Santamaría, Humberto Miró, Tedy Villalba, Laura Jaraiz