Antena 3 looks set to discover the British television production. It is appreciated the gesture, because we often forget that behind such hit series The Office or the latest Shameless is the genius of an Englishman. seems to only have eyes for the proposed Yankees and not bad to be reminded that the so-called new age of television there is life beyond U.S.. This new strategy of the Metro chain has a reason: Downton Abbey. After its promising success have been quick to announce the issuance of remake of BBC Up and down, the acquisition of Sherlock and even co-producing a miniseries on the Titanic (was it really necessary?). Good reception Abbey Downton has not caught by surprise, but neither was somewhat predictable. We know how capricious and often unfair hearings. But if the figures had not joined in our country to a product as perfect as it gives us Julian Fellowes, its creator and won an Oscar for the screenplay of Gosford Park there would be cause for concern . The elegance, good taste and perfectionism English are in this series its finest.
For his argument, Dowton Abbey may seem like a period drama with melodramatic dyes. The county suffers a major setback with the death of his heir in the sinking of the Titanic. Crawley The counts are endangering their wealth and property by a law preventing any of his three daughters entitled to inherit . By order of succession, the property will go to a distant cousin of middle class with no interest, a priori, to move up the social ladder. Urge to change the rules or trying to shoot the love between the daughter and the newcomer. To make matters worse, the series brings us up and we descended through the castle of Crowley, from milords and Miladys to last servant, in a mix that ensures endless conflict and entanglement. But it would be unfair to compare the essence of Downton Abbey with a sophisticated soap opera . After the situations more typical of a soap opera, that is, hides a detailed description, accompanied by an enviable self-criticism, English morality. The plot, therefore, is not the main attraction in a series that is much more concerned with keeping the talent in the scripts and the excellent workmanship.
Appearance and background of the characters
Violet Crawley The matriarch of Downton Abbey is one of the most lucrative of the series, the one that best embodies the despotism of the upper classes. The air of superiority are in the face of actress Maggie Smith the better choice. From his mouth the more ironic and hurtful comments, either to his daughter (American) or to the manners of the new heir to the earldom. On more than one occasion, must swallow his pride.
Robert Crawley On the count of Grantham, the son of Violet weighs a dilemma: either to maintain the tradition that leaves the entire inheritance in the hands of a stranger or fight to change the law so that the heir to his eldest daughter. But his education and sense of duty cause more than one ulcer at home. Belongs to a class of nobles who strive to not appear so, and without doubt the most thoughtful of the whole family.
Cora Crawley Of all the impressive cast of actors, all excellent, Elizabeth McGovern is the only one that squeaks. It may be his face, suspiciously young, or it may be their role, perhaps the least exploited. Although women, American, Crawley and responsible for finding the ideal husband for her daughters, the script does not holds great moments to shine. Seems doomed to remain overshadowed by others.
Mary Crawley It are pinned all hopes of the family and does not seem willing to defraud. Has assumed its role as savior of the estate but the only viable solution to marry his distant cousin, is also the one that dropped. It is cold and haughty, the most distant of the sisters, but at certain times show their vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
Matthew Crawley this middle-class lawyer suddenly you get a large inheritance. His ideals will prevent, in principle, to accept the goods of others, but will slowly making its way into Downton Abbey. No one seems ambitious. Rather, it aims to reach an understanding and gain the heart of Mary, the best way to resolve the matter. His position is most uncomfortable. Must live with the constant gaze of suspicion.
Edith Crawley is the ugly sister and the most rebellious of the family. His main hobby is rile Mary, letting go of uncomfortable truths. Member is less seriously you take yourself and everything around it. But after the necessary cynicism hides a romantic side that is unlikely to be reciprocated.
Sybil Crawley The small family is also the most beautiful. If more is ambition and the median fact, she is pure idealism. Together with his father, are those that maintain less distance to the service, but if the words accompanied by actions. It is intended to break new ground and fight for his sense of justice.
Charles Carson Butler is the confidence of the Crawley family. Clumps perfectionism, professionalism and discipline. It is the most respected service, not only for their righteousness but because the office has become in his life. For him, serving the Earls of Grantham is an honor and a privilege to those who devote all their time, although it seems that the past may surface and leave it in evidence before the Lords, their worst nightmares.
Mrs. Hughes is the female version of Carson. Perfectionism, responsibility and discipline, but more accessible than the butler. She is an expert in resolving conflicts and tensions within the service, but in the world this housekeeper seems to be room for something more than work. As veterans of the place, often sharing thoughts with Carson on the fate of their lives.
John Bates Just got home from Crawley, soon becomes the easy target of their peers, who see his limp an impediment to his job as valet to Lord Grantham. Although a victim of multiple stab wounds, has the courage to survive and with the approval of the count. Perhaps your interest in keeping the job, despite the constant humiliation, have an unknown target.
Thomas After pristine appearance hides one of the most heinous of Downton Abbey, with an inordinate ambition ahead could be any threat or obstacle. With hardly any scruples, aspires to become Carson's successor and plans to achieve by all means, but do not count on the sympathy of the butler. Then discover a big secret of yours that cause moments in the series.
Sarah O'Brien The first maiden of Lady Grantham is the confidant and companion of evil, of Thomas. Together we provide the most unpleasant moments of the plot, examples of pride is not the exclusive province of the upper classes. They are the antithesis of Carson and Mrs. Hughes: greed without limits would adversely affect their peers and lack of discretion that jeopardizes the good image of the lords.
Anna Smith O'Brien Unlike Sarah, she is the friendly face of service, caring person attending to both their peers as his superiors to share confidences. Competitive environment of service, friendliness and warmth of this young do not end up losing hope in the human race.
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