Limited Series – The Monster of Florence

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Andrew S. @andsul 3d Gripping smart beautifully told See more Matt L @Mattliptak Jan 20 The Monster of Florence is a grim but compelling true-crime series that rewards patient viewers. The English dubbing can be distracting at first, and the narrative can be confusing at times, jumping through flashbacks and flash-forwards that require close attention. That said, the structure ultimately underscores how disorganized and unfocused the investigation really was, with authorities chasing theories instead of solid leads. It’s genuinely unsettling that such brutal, gruesome murders remain unsolved decades later. The case also loosely echoes the Amanda Knox saga—same town, similar investigative culture—which adds an eerie layer of context. Flawed policing, haunting unanswered questions, and a disturbing story make this worth a watch for serious true-crime fans. See more Craig B Dec 30 What a terrible waste of 4 hours. Shame as their might actually be a interesting story buried in this mess. Near constant flopping of 5 or 6 different timelines, I lost count at some point. Retelling the same story from several points of view, not angles but putting in different characters to the point you had no idea what was going on with the actual facts of the case. Then to top off this crap sundae, at the very end in the last 30 seconds they threw some poor guys name out there, hey it might be this guy, totally unrelated or mentioned in the previous 4 episodes. Save 4 hours and look it up online if you want to learn and save yourself the frustration. See more Marco L @decatur555 Nov 23 (CASTELLANO) Hacer una miniserie sobre un asesino en serie siempre tiene tirón, pero aquí la jugada no sale del todo bien. El monstruo de Florencia quiere ser un true crime elegante, con atmósfera, pausado, casi contemplativo… pero se le va la mano con la lentitud. En lugar de generar tensión, la diluye. No hay un personaje claro que guíe la historia ni una figura central que arrastre al espectador, y eso hace que la serie se sienta dispersa, sin rumbo. Stefano Sollima intenta darle profundidad a través de una narrativa fragmentada, saltando en el tiempo y mostrando los hechos desde distintas perspectivas. La idea es interesante, pero al final pesa más la confusión que el misterio. Por momentos parece más un ejercicio de estilo que una historia real. Lo mejor está en la recreación del ambiente: esa Toscana inquietante, la fotografía impecable, y una sensación constante de peligro en lo cotidiano. Hay talento detrás, eso se nota, pero también falta de ritmo y emoción. No es un desastre, pero sí una oportunidad perdida. Si buscas un retrato del caso desde lo humano, sin artificios ni glorificación del asesino, puede tener su interés. Si esperas una historia adictiva o un thriller intenso, te costará no desconectarte antes del final. (ENGLISH) Making a miniseries about a serial killer always has potential, but here the result doesn’t quite deliver. The Monster of Florence aims to be an elegant, atmospheric true crime story —slow, reflective, and serious— but it ends up being too slow for its own good. Instead of building tension, it drains it. There’s no clear main character or strong narrative thread to pull the viewer in, and the story feels scattered and unfocused. Stefano Sollima tries to add depth through fragmented storytelling, jumping back and forth in time and showing events from different perspectives. It’s an interesting idea, but confusion wins over intrigue. At times, it feels more like an exercise in style than a compelling story. The best part lies in the atmosphere —that unsettling Tuscan landscape, the impeccable cinematography, and the ever-present sense of quiet danger. There’s talent behind the camera, but also a lack of rhythm and emotional grip. It’s not a failure, but definitely a missed opportunity. If you’re looking for a human, grounded take on the case without sensationalism, you might find something here. But if you expect a gripping, addictive thriller, you’ll likely tune out before the end. See more Gareth v @geewah Nov 13 A dark, intelligent, and atmospheric retelling of one of Europe’s most fascinating unsolved crimes. The Monster of Florence thrives on performance, mood, and moral ambiguity — even when it meanders, it holds your attention. See more Grayson S @Gs8628 Nov 10 A show so bad and unbelievable it will make you question who green lit this project. Picture this - a man looking to rent a room in a couples house starts bossing them around and then proceeds to violate the wife with the husband present. No he wasnt being threatened- the husband just let it happen. And yes it is as unbelievable as it sounds- the show has no historical evidence for any of this. They just threw up this hot pile and called it a true story. Netflix its time to choose quality over quantity See more Read all reviews

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