The new Netflix series, The gold bandits (Briganti), offers a modern and epic perspective on the western genre, now set in 19th century southern Italy. This six-episode production stands out for its combination of adventure, action and drama, presenting a story that, although inspired by real characters, delves into fiction to explore the complexities of life in an era of bandits and the search for lost treasures. . The Apulia region serves as the stunning backdrop for this visually captivating narrative.
“Forced to escape from her town, a woman joins a peculiar group of bandits and becomes one of the most ruthless and cunning leaders. But she is not the only one who chooses this life, and it doesn’t take long for her to find other women like her,” advances the synopsis of this series that has just been added to the Netflix catalog. “If they intend to recover the gold of the south and restore hope to the peasants, the various groups of bandits will have no choice but to unite against the common enemy. Confined to the limits of civilization and forced to live like beasts to survive in hostile places, this environment changes them forever and enlivens their darkest and most primitive side. Thus a reality of crimes and violence is born in which the only option to survive is to become an unscrupulous outlaw,” concludes the summary.
The plot revolves around Filomena, a woman who leaves behind her comfortable but unfulfilling life, to become one of the most ruthless and strategic figures in the search for a hidden treasure in the lands of southern Italy, just two years after the unification of the country. This mission not only pits the bandits against the authorities but also against each other, in an environment where “the only option to survive is to act outside the law and without scruples,” leading the protagonists to a violent sense of criminality.
The cast of The gold bandits It is made up of prominent European figures such as Michela De Rossi (The mafia saints), Ivana Lotito (Gomorrah: The Series)and Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz (Revenge), who plays Michelina, demonstrating the depth and complexity of the characters involved in this story. The direction is in charge of Stephen St. Leger, Nicola Sorcinelli and Antonio Le Fossewho together have created a narrative fabric that is both intense and emotionally resonant.
The series not only stands out for its involving plot and characters rich in nuances, but also for its impeccable setting. “Thick forests, immense clearings and desolate landscapes” not only set the stage for the characters’ adventures and misadventures but also become a vital element that shapes their existence and unleashes their darkest and most primitive side. This intrinsic connection to nature and the rugged environment complements the narrative, adding a layer of realism and rawness to the series.
The gold bandits It is emerging as a bold and original proposal for Netflix subscribers who appreciate action and adventure stories with a historical background. The series is distinguished not only by its quality of production and direction but also by a story that, despite its setting in the past, resonates with universal and timeless themes about the fight for justice, power, and survival.
