Dear Valued Viewer, if you’re a Max subscriber eagerly anticipating Bridgerton Season 4, it might be wise to switch your gaze from the window and explore a fresh romance series instead! Although production for the upcoming season featuring Benedict and his love interest, Sophie, has been underway since fall, given the time required for filming, we’re probably not expecting the Netflix show to premiere until 2026. In the interim, I’ve recently grown fond of the TV adaptation of Like Water For Chocolate, and I wholeheartedly suggest you give it a try.
Previous television productions may have resembled “Bridgerton,” but none have captured the essence of a forbidden, dramatic, and epic romance quite like this one. Here’s what makes the latest Max production a must-watch:
What Is Like Water For Chocolate About?
The show “Like Water For Chocolate” is a television series that’s based on the novel of the same name by Laura Esquivel (originally titled “Como agua para chocolate“) and was initially adapted into a film in 1992. This Spanish-language production centers around a family of women who live during Mexico’s Revolution in the early 1900s. The narrative revolves primarily around Mama Elena, an authoritative matriarch, and her three daughters: Rosaura, Gertrudis, and Tita. As a child, Tita develops a deep affection for Pedro, which persists into adulthood. When Pedro proposes marriage to Tita, Mama Elena has a different plan in mind—to keep Tita unmarried and care for her until her death instead.
However, Mama Elena expresses a desire to marry off her eldest daughter. In a heartrending move that leaves the young lovers devastated, Pedro consents to marry Rosaura, hoping to stay near his beloved Tita. This sets the stage for the compelling drama that unfolds in the initial episode of “Like Water For Chocolate”, now available on Max. It’s just the start of a tantalizing tale that Esquivel crafted in her novel, which has maintained its high esteem for the past 35 years.
Why I’m Loving It, And I Think More Bridgerton Fans Will Too
From the storyline, it’s clear that this isn’t just a replica of Bridgerton; it stands uniquely on its own. Much like Bridgerton, however, it delves into a time where marriage was more about business than romance, which I find intriguing as I ponder how such societal pressures impacted young people during that era. The narrative brings to mind the captivating couple from Season 2 of Bridgerton, Kate and Anthony, whose love story unfolded amidst a similar predicament.
From personal experience as a sibling myself, there’s an unsettling feeling when someone you deeply care for is taken by your own sibling, leaving you with conflicting emotions towards them. The novel “Like Water For Chocolate” beautifully portrays the intense emotions Tita experiences, as she not only witnesses her lover marry her sister but seemingly condemned to a loveless existence herself. I’m eagerly anticipating how this story unfolds week by week, which only intensifies the emotional turmoil and longing that permeate the series.
Like Water For Chocolate Is Also Reminiscent Of Two Another Romance Classics
The show was created by Salma Hayek, who shared a humorous text exchange with her principal actors upon receiving their roles, as reported by Tita and Gertrudis (Azul Guaita & Andrea Chaparro). Additionally, they disclosed that they were instructed to watch the 2005 adaptation of “Pride & Prejudice” since it helped establish the series’ intended tone. Guaita mentioned that she watched the Keira Knightley film for the first time specifically for her character of Tita and described it as an enchanting experience. She also referred to the movie as a crucial element, helping her understand the process of working on the series more effectively.
Furthermore, “Like Water For Chocolate” brings to mind Greta Gerwig’s “Little Women” film for similar reasons. Of course, both feature sisters residing with their mother, and like that movie, I believe each sister accurately portrays the complexities of sisterhood and the struggles they face when trying to conform to the societal expectations placed upon them due to their individual personalities.
The Novel’s Magical Realism Brings Something Different To The Genre, Too
As a devoted admirer, I must say that while Bridgerton maintains its unique charm, this new series seems to carry a more somber and introspective tone. Yet, I believe fans of Bridgerton will find themselves captivated by the novel’s enchanting realism, a magical element that plays a significant role in its narrative. In the story, Tita endures her sorrows yet finds solace in her passion for cooking and baking. Notably, this book is renowned for featuring a Mexican recipe accompanying each chapter, mirroring the protagonist’s emotional journey. Stunningly, every episode of Like Water For Chocolate brings these recipes to life on screen, making our mouths water in anticipation!
But there’s a twist. Not only does Tita know how to bake a beautiful dish, whatever feelings she has when she makes her recipe affects all those who eat it. As you can imagine, as Tita deals with the myriad of emotions that comes with her particular situation, her cooking and baking will incite those around her to have some weird side effects that really start to work into the plotline. I’ll also tease that things like ghosts and such are not off the table for this series either. It’s different from Bridgerton, but for those who are fans of the Netflix series, I think somehow they’ll love what this show brings to the table.
Every Sunday, fresh installments of the series titled “Like Water For Chocolate” become available on Max. I truly hope you find yourself captivated by it and savoring every moment just like me!
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2024-11-10 01:37