Penny Dreadful (series) (2014)
Anno di uscita: 2014
Nazione: Spain, United Kingdom, United States
Alternative Title: N/A
Regista: Brian Kirk, Coky Giedroyc, Damon Thomas, Dearbhla Walsh, J.A. Bayona, James Hawes, John Logan, Kari Skogland, Paco Cabezas, Toa Fraser
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, John Logan, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
Produzione & Genere
Produttore: Producer: Morgan O'Sullivan
Executive Producer: Sam Mendes
Società: Desert Wolf Productions, Neal Street Productions
Genere: Action & Adventure, Drama, Fantasy Television Series, Horror, Horror Television Series, Lgbt-Related Television Series, Mystery, Thriller Television Series, Werewolf Television Program
Budget: N/A
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: 19th century, black magic, dark fantasy, devil, gothic, gothic horror, mental illness, monster, possession, psychotherapy, succubus, supernatural, supernatural power, underground, vampire, victorian england, werewolf, witch
Storia
Penny Dreadful weaves together classic horror origin stories set in Victorian London. The series begins with Sir Malcolm Murray hiring John Clare to find his missing daughter, Mina, who was last seen on an expedition in Africa. Meanwhile, Vanessa Ives, a young woman haunted by supernatural encounters, seeks help from Dr. Seward at her asylum. Frankenstein's monster is brought back to life by Dr. Victor Frankenstein and escapes with a murdered child's heart. Dorian Gray commissions a painting that captures his youth but hides his sinister actions.
Riassunto
Penny Dreadful is a British-American horror drama television series created by John Logan, blending classic gothic literature characters such as Dr. Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, and Dracula in Victorian London. The show explores dark themes of mental illness, supernatural powers, possession, and black magic, while also featuring LGBT-related elements. It's notable for its rich storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and strong performances.
