First published in 1967, One Hundred Years of Solitude, marked out Colombian author Gabriel García Márquez as a leading figure among the notable Latin American writers of his generation. Now, the long-anticipated Netflix adaptation of this epic saga comes to our screens after first being announced in 2019. It does not disappoint in its scope or ambition.
Reported to be one of Netflix’s biggest-ever productions, the original novel has been split into two halves, each comprising eight hour-long episodes. This splicing of one narrative into two seasons mimics the platform’s successful formula for hits such as Bridgerton season three or Outer Banks season four.
The bonus here is that the visuals alone are well worth the wait. Involving more than 20,000 extras, 15 filming locations in Colombia, and more costume changes than it is possible to count, the adaptation lives up to its Netflix predecessors’ high standards.
