The arrival of 'Fury' on HBO Max on July 11 promises to shake up the summer programming schedule.. With Carmen Machi as the main face, the series stands out for its raw social portrait and its innovative narrative structure. Directed by Felix SabrosoThis new project is presented as one of the most powerful bets of the season, providing a daring look at the current state of society.
Expectations have continued to grow since its announcement., partly due to the intense cast of protagonists and the twist it proposes in both tone and format. Eight 25-minute episodes Each one makes up this fiction that addresses the daily lives of five women in extreme situations. The premiere, with two chapters, marks the beginning of a weekly broadcast that invites us to reflect on the reality that surrounds us.
A social satire with a lot of character
'Furia' is defined as a biting satire that explores the limits of human patience in a turbulent social context.The series connects the stories of five protagonists who, faced with pressure, violence, and manipulation, are pushed to make radical decisions. Sabroso, its creator, highlights how Violence has become the predominant form of communication in today's society, using this idea to weave together conflicts that act as a butterfly effect.
Sabroso himself acknowledges that, although the series was written years ago, seems inspired by the present moment, dominated by political polarization, disenchantment, and social crises. The plot, which begins in the universe of five very different women, is built on a kaleidoscopic and uncompromising vision of the modern world.
According to the director, each chapter reflects how "Rage, confrontation and anger become valid methods of protest and communication, relegating affection and respect to the background." The result is a fiction that, despite its touch of black comedy, does not shy away from social drama or denunciation.
The cast: five women, five intertwined stories
Carmen Machi leads a star-studded cast, accompanied by Candela Peña, Nathalie Poza, Cecilia Roth, and Pilar Castro.Each actress plays a completely different woman, embroiled in personal and social conflicts that eventually connect in unexpected ways. The main characters include:
- Loam (Carmen Machi): an artist with refined tastes whose life is shaken up after discovering that her husband's assistant is pregnant.
- Edge (Pilar Castro): Media chef forced to close her restaurant due to specialized criticism.
- Nat (Candela Peña): a saleswoman in a luxury boutique, threatened by a staff renewal that favors young people.
- Adela (Nathalie Poza): unemployed and on the verge of eviction, trying to keep her family afloat.
- Victoria (Cecilia Roth): former star of 70s erotic cinema, about to fall into a professional trap disguised as a triumphant return.
The series also features Claudia Salas, Alberto San Juan, Ana Torrent, Mima Riera, Pedro Casablanc and other renowned names on the national scene, adding nuances to the different episodes of this network of intertwined stories.
A premiere with a touch of topicality
The expectation surrounding 'Furia' was reflected in its premiere in the Reina Sofia Museum, where the cast and numerous well-known faces were present. In addition to the leading ladies, personalities such as Maribel Verdú, Javier Cámara, Bibiana Fernández, Hiba Abouk, Boris Izaguirre and Samantha HudsonThe event served to showcase the series' ensemble approach and the strong support from the artistic community for this new project.
During the presentation, director Félix Sabroso confirmed that A second season is already in the works, which will address other social spheres and maintain the series' characteristically sharp criticism. Some current supporting characters will reappear, demonstrating the desire to continue exploring contemporary conflicts through the lens of this particular female universe.
With its premiere scheduled for mid-July, 'Furia' is shaping up to be one of the summer's riskiest and most eye-catching bets.Its combination of dark humor, social criticism, and a dynamic pace promises to engage both those seeking entertainment and those who aren't satisfied with superficial fiction.
This product offers an unfiltered portrait of current reality, supported by a brilliant cast and bold direction. This bitterly comedic look at violence, pressure, and power makes this production a must-see for any fan of fiction that explores the darker, more realistic side of our society.
