Acorn TV features the DVD debut of the romantic period drama VIDAGO PALACE on July 30, 2019. Hailed as the very first drama co-production between RTP (Portugal) and TVG (Spain), the six-part series stars Mikaela Lupu, David Seijo and Pedro Barroso. Against the glamorous backdrop of an exclusive luxury hotel and health resort at the beginning of the Twentieth Century, two young people of different classes who long to be together must overcome many obstacles that are thrown in their path. The DVD 2-Disc Set features 6 hour-long episodes ($39.99, Amazon.com). Vidago Palace made its U.S. premiere in December 2018 onAcorn TV. Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular and largest streaming service focused on British and international television.
In 1936 Portugal, the opulent Vidago Palace hotel is a haven for Europe’s elite from the Spanish Civil War erupting across the border. Beautiful young aristocrat Carlota (Mikaela Lupu) arrives at the resort to plan her wedding to the wealthy César (Pedro Barroso), which will save her family from bankruptcy. But her heart is preoccupied with thoughts of Pedro (David Seijo), the handsome son of the hotel’s concierge. The illicit lovers have been separated by social class and war, but when a fateful chain of events brings them together again, Carlota must decide her destiny.
Vidago Palace is the awakening of a girl, and her quest to conquer not only what her heart dictates but, beyond what is expected of her, evolving from an obedient child into a woman fighting to control her own destiny. In a world that is collapsing, changing and swarming in danger, she chooses to stand up for herself. It is the story of Carlota, a woman ahead of her time.
Nominated for numerous European TV awards, this sumptuous saga beguiles with romantic passion, gorgeous scenery, and exquisite period detail.
Street Date: July 30, 2019
DVD 2-Disc Set: 6 episodes – Approx. 313 min. – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961271894
My Thoughts
This exciting series is set in 1936 and centers around the Vidago Palace which is a real hotel in Portugal. The Spanish Civil War has just begun and Carlota hopes her wedding to wealthy Cesar will ensure her families survival. However, she finds herself falling in love with the son of the concierge. This disk includes six exiting episodes.
Fateful Encounter - Carlota agrees to marry Cesar to save her family from bankruptcy but her heart belongs to Pedro.
Left Behind - Pedro is a wounded fugitive, but his friends believe he's dead and leave to tell his family. Carlota things Pedro deserted and confides to her friend who is also Cesar's sister.
The Rescue - Carlota finds the wounded Pedro and gets help. His fellow fugitives are delighted until they learn another member of their team was taken captive. Carlota tries to forgot Pedrp as her wedding approaches.
Confessions - Carlota's mother interrupts a meeting with the lovers. When they finally get together, they work out many of their problems.
Family Pressures - As soon as Pedro and Carlota decide to be together, he runs off on another mission. Carlota's family pressures her to marry Cesar.
The Wedding - Pedro is captured and Carlota feels forced to marry Cesar to save his life. Cesar's sister tries to help, but it may be too late.
I really enjoyed this series which mixes historical aspects with a touch of romance. The settings are lovely and true to the era. It's a passionate tale that will leave you swooning, but also includes some great war intrigue. Grab your copy on Acorn Media or Amazon.
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