🍿 2022-12-04 11:00:00 – Paris/France.
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If there is something that Netflix knows very well, it is telling stories, above all, those of science fiction. Throughout 2022, it released high-quality series and movies, but none of them managed to generate as much expectation as “1899”. For those wondering why, the answer lies with its creators, Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese, experts at wowing viewers with their unsettling psychological terror.
This period drama is set in the year of its title and features a plot full of mysteries and twisted temporary games. Those who already know the work of the two producers (" Dark ", for example), they know the importance of paying attention to the smallest detail of the plot, in addition to the stories of the different characters that gradually appear on the screen. As long as these guidelines are followed, it will be easier to understand the reveals at the end of each episode.
Although the premise of "1899" is purely fictionalbehind there is still a touch of realism. During a trip from London to New York, a European liner loaded with immigrants crosses paths with a similar one adrift on the high seas. From there, everything will take an unexpected turn when the enigmatic moment goes beyond 'a simple shipwreck, since the past of each of the passengers will be linked to a mysterious network full of secrets.
A sinister and profound series
The collection of clues to follow to unravel the riddle behind the ship lost on the high seas leaves no respite. The inexplicable of his destiny is drawn with subtle little horrors, which make one wonder what is hidden at the bottom of the sea and which can cause so much terror. It is obvious that there is something which, as the story unfolds, has a profile of supernatural or scientific improbability, and which, thanks to the brilliant use of the script, makes the series unpredictable in that sense.
In fact, this "1899" does not try to explain its darkest points, but rather constructs something new based on a seemingly meaningless event, It's a brilliant narrative bet. Both Friese and Odar support their new creation due to the lack of comprehensible data, as they dose the information in such a way that it occasionally drops a depth charge in the twists of the scripts. This is undoubtedly the highlight of the series.
Also, it should be mentioned that the contribution of many characters and the use of several languages are an attraction that does not go unnoticed. Although for some it may be heavy for so much information at first, the personal stories that are presented manage to grab the viewer, not least due to the fact that each immigrant speaks their own language, a gesture that is worth a lot.
However, it could also work as your Achilles heel. The fact that "1899" manages to develop its story on multiple fronts could overwhelm with so many subplots, to the point that it leaves the impression that several mysteries will remain unsolved. Although in reality there is not much to fear in this sense, since its creators are characterized by the conclusion of each plot they develop, as happened with "Dark".
On the technical level, the German series leaves the bar high. Firstly, Ben Frost is in charge of a powerful and precise soundtrack that keeps the tension going minute by minute. In turn, Nikolaus Summerer's photographic eye is able to take the little scripts of the story to another level, also adding to the use of special effects worthy of a Netflix fiction series.
Finally, the performances are remarkable, especially those of the main duo who bring out their chemistry on screen: Andreas Pietschmann, who plays Eyk, a ship's captain who must face terrifying visions of his life while trying to fight the 'unknown ; and Emily Beecham as Maura, the key to all the mystery surrounding the plot on the high seas and what's to come in future episodes of "1899." They are also joined by Aneurin Barnard, Fflyn Edwards, Clara Rosager, José Pimentão and Miguel Bernardeau.
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Netflix and its successes with science fiction
Since November 17, "1899" has become the number one series on Netflix in several countries. According to data from the platform of Streaming itself, the story created by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese surpassed 79 million hours watched in its first week. This figure increased considerably the following week, as it reached 88 million views. Will this be the start of the success of Netflix's new fictional gem?
Part of the recognition of the German series is due to the fact that its creators have already brought a fascinating story to the Streaming : “Dark”. At the time, it has become a cultural phenomenon by addressing topics such as time travel, paradoxes and quantum physics, a formula that did not guarantee success at first. However, in the end, the intricate plot left a hard-to-erase mark on the platform of Streaming.
For its part, another of the most striking science fiction stories of the last decade goes through “Black Mirror”. And it is that since its arrival on Netflix, the British series has gained worldwide relevance thanks to its anthological stories about the dark aspects of technology. Five seasons, a special and an interactive movie are the result of one of the best views on science fiction today.
And if we talk about fiction on Netflix, we can not fail to mention “Stranger Things”. At the beginning of 2022, a fourth season was released which broke all kinds of records (287 million views in the first week), which clearly showed that this genre is quite suitable for the giant of the Streaming. In other words, this trend continues to bear fruit, and they are most certainly convinced that "1899" will also become a fictional success in its catalog.
SOURCE: Reviews News
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