“You are cordially invited to a wine-soaked sex romp set in the Italian countryside….” Netflix teases its upcoming show, The Decameron, set to premiere on July 25, 2024.
This soapy period dramedy from Teenage Bounty Hunters
creator Kathleen Jordan and Orange is the New Black
creator Jenji Kohan examines the theme of class struggles during a pandemic. Set in 1348, The Decameron explores the Black Death’s impact on society as nobles and their servants flee to a grand villa in the Italian countryside.
A Classic Tale Reimagined
Based on Giovanni Boccaccio’s 14th-century short story collection, The Decameron follows young Florentines who escape the Black Plague and spend ten days in a remote villa telling stories.
Kathleen Jordan describes her vision for the adaptation as akin to a Jane Austen setting during the apocalypse,
infusing historical narratives with modern sensibilities.
Star-Studded Cast Brings Drama to Life
The series features an ensemble cast:
- Zosia Mamet as Pampinea, full of hope yet lacking self-awareness
- Tony Hale as Sirisco, the well-meaning but inept administrator of Villa Santa
- Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Misia, set against the backdrop of Florence during the Black Death
- Tanya Reynolds as Licisca, an obedient yet unpredictable servant
As social rules break down, these characters navigate a lavish holiday turned survival scramble.
A Deep Dive into Character Transformation
Jessica Plummer portrays Filomena in what director describes as a key moment of transformation.
Her journey is marked by significant personal growth amidst chaotic circumstances.
Pampinea, played by Zosia Mamet, is destined to become the lady of the villa but struggles with deep loneliness and insecurity despite her high position.
What to Expect
The first teaser trailer released in June 2024 gives viewers a glimpse into this intriguing blend of historical drama and dark comedy.
The miniseries will comprise eight episodes that dive into themes of survival, class struggle, and human desires against a pandemic backdrop.
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