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Season 1 – Burning Body

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The charred remains of Pedro, a police officer, are found inside a burnt-out car; the discovery triggers an investigation into a network of toxic relationships, deceit, violence, and sexual scandals involving Pedro and two fellow police officers.
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Burning Body — Season 1

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Jenny Nixon Common Sense Media 09/25/2023
3/5
Opening with a scene of a car on fire, a charred body later found in its trunk, we quickly discover who is behind this murder -- but even over eight episodes, the series never makes us understand why. Go to Full Review
Alberto Carlos Espinof 09/19/2023
2.5/5
Burning Body is a true crime that, while trying to differentiate itself, fails to inspire enthusiasm with what, on the other hand, is a very interesting case. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Paula Vázquez Prieto La Nación (Argentina) 09/15/2023
3/5
... Even within narrow margins, Burning Body illuminates an uncomfortable character with implacable sensuality and slippery morality, who resists a single definition, a psychological explanation, or acceptance. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Fran Chico Fotogramas 09/13/2023
The documentary doesn't defend one theory or another, but rather it is a biased and partial vehicle that only takes into account the facts and testimonies that conveniently align with the story... [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider 09/11/2023
While Burning Body has its flaws, the performance of Úrsula Corberó helps viewers get past them and get into this very complex story. Go to Full Review
Chris Joyce Movies and Munchies (YouTube) 09/09/2023
2.5/5
Burning Body tells an intriguing story of true crime but takes exceedingly too much time to tell. While the storyline is twisty and even defies belief at times, the repeated sequences and alternating timelines make for a frustrating and lengthy binge. Go to Full Review
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Due F @RT14704568 Nov 11 Burning Body, inspired by a real 2017 Spanish murder case, blends fact and dramatization to reveal the tangled web of desire, deceit, and media influence surrounding Rosa Peral. Though the series diverges from reality in small details, it preserves the essence of the crime and keeps viewers captivated through strong performances, gripping pacing, and evocative music. Beyond the scandal, it reflects how sensationalized media can distort justice and shape public perception. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com) See more Gianvito A @RT52187630 05/02/2024 The series is great, too much sex scenes to me but is still great See more jwcdood @jwcdood 11/23/2023 BURNING BODY is a two and a half to three hour story portrayed with unnecessarily tedious slow burn circles [to the point of practically extinguished] so as to increase its length for an 8 hour soap opera series. More than a few times, it becomes a tedious test of endurance, frustratingly boring and disappointing. It's too bad, since the screenplay is based on something that really happened, it could have been an excellent flick with the right production. C'est la vie...wish I hadn't bothered. See more richie v @RT50364230 10/07/2023 PERFECTA PARA LOS TONTO DEL BOTE Son las series de éste tipo las que me cuesta mucho terminar, ya os dais cuenta, justo hace un mes que estrenaron en Netflix ésta interesante historia llamada "El crimen de la guardia urbana", este terrible suceso, sobre una mujer policía y el asesinato de uno de sus dos amantes, ambos policías también, pues lo perdió todo y hasta 2042 no dejará de ser presidiaria. El ex-marido, Rubén, anterior a los dos amantes, era el más rentable, aunque la llama de la relación se estaba apagando hace casi un quindenio. Pues, me gusta mucho este género, pero lo tomo con mucho respeto y precaución, no he encontrado la razón. Ya me pasó con Monstruo: La historia de Jeffrey Dahmer , ésta es una obra maestra aunque me costase mantener el visionado al igual que Cuerpo en llamas. Me gusta lo macabro, lo oscuro y los hechos reales, saber los secretos de los asesinos y sus personalidades, sus mentes y el por qué de todo, sin embargo, a la hora de ver una serie de éste género con la etiqueta "Basada en hechos reales" pierdo esa valentía y las veo con cuidado. La veo y escucho con interés, aunque lo perdería a mitad de camino, y no porqué sea mala, en la vida diré eso, solo que era un sentimiento imparable, no quise seguir y cuando lo intentaba terminaba con mal cuerpo, cómo de improductividad. Pero si dejamos mis pesadas e inservibles sensaciones aparte, veremos ocho episodios en los que la intriga sí aparece, aunque no me haga mucho efecto. Su música y tensión sí que las noté y me encantaron, lo que más. Esa música es lo que más me hizo interesarme, mucha inquietud a la vez que una tensión lúgubre, lo aprecio mucho. En realidad solo notaba interés cuando ya llevaba medio capítulo proyectado, ahí es cuando notaba atracción hacía el avance de la historia pero al terminar el capítulo se desvanecía. Todos sus personajes son gloriosos para la historia, e importantes, ninguno sobra, tampoco faltan. Sin el trabajazo de cada uno de los actores no sería lo mismo para contarnos esta tragedia. Los principales son Úrsula Corberó cuyo personaje lo clava, siendo Rosa Peral, la principal causante de todo y "víctima". El otro causante, porqué de víctima tiene poco, Albert Lopez, protagonizado por Quim Gutiérrez, y el celoso y más tóxico de ahí pero éste sí se le puede llamar víctima en este caso, Pedro Rodríguez, dándole una segunda vida desde la ficción José Manuel Poga. Tres grandes papeles y muy muy bien hechos para este true crime. Cuerpo en llamas destaca desde mi más sincera opinión en la música de Aitor Etxebarria, la oscuridad y secretos de Rosa y Albert que a día de hoy seguimos sin conocer (ya que las declaraciones de ellos dos son diferentes versiones culpándose el uno al otro), la esencia de serie española sobre asesinatos y la interpretación de Úrsula, que hasta la actualidad es la mejor. Me castigaré un fin de semana entero para volver a ver este complejo caso y experimentar ese interés que he dejado ir. See more Mike M @mmx554 10/06/2023 I didn't know that this was based a real case before I started to watch it. Approached as pure drama it is a magnificent piece of work. Very well written - the twists and turns of the story unfold gradually as the viewer is taken through the facts and fictions of the case. The acting is very good too. It held my attention for the entire series. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Sep 8, 2023 The Reservoir Along with a bitter legal fight over her child's custody, Rosa Peral receives unsettling news when her boyfriend's remains are found in a burnt-out car. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 8, 2023 Two Rosas As the investigation moves forward, Rosa insists on the culpability of her former husband, Javi; glimpses of her past start taking a disturbing shape. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 8, 2023 The Fall Rosa downplays her bond with Albert to the police, but a violent incident from the past hints at a complex and obscure connection between them. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 8, 2023 Christmas Rosa and Javi's breakup turns out to be more layered than expected, as Pedro's role emerges during the reconstruction; the love triangle becomes a square. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 8, 2023 Love The evidence on Pedro and Rosa points to an unhealthy relationship; as the pieces get connected, the investigators seem to have a strong lead. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 8, 2023 The Impossible The law strikes; Rosa captures the press' attention, but she still has one last card to play; a past incident between Pedro and Javi comes to light. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 8, 2023 Face to Face The trial begins, and the pressure builds up, as new evidence and key testimonies are scrutinized before the district attorney; Javi agrees to speak on television. Details Episode 8 Aired Sep 8, 2023 May 1st 2017 The police reconstruct Pedro's last hours and how they impacted the lives of Rosa and Albert; the jury is ready to issue a verdict. Details
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Season Info

Director
Jorge Torregrossa
Screenwriter
Laura Sarmiento
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
European Spanish
Release Date
Sep 8, 2023
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