One Day: from the novel to the Netflix series
Series One day, an adaptation of the worldwide bestselling novel by David Nicholls, is currently a hit on Netflix. This new television version immerses viewers in the lives of Emma Morley (Ambika Mod) and Dexter Mayhew (Leo Woodall), whose fates first intertwined on July 15, 1988. at their graduation party. Starting from this significant date, the series follows the evolution of their relationship over the years, punctuating each episode with their annual meeting on this same day, thus revealing the changes, joys and sorrows that mark their journey.
Emma Morley is a serious student of English literature, who aspires to change the world in her own small way. Her meeting with Dexter, an attractive student from a privileged background, marks a turning point in their lives.
Before the series there was the movie
If many viewers discovered the story of One day with the Netflix series, this heartbreaking love story had already been brought to the screen as a film in 2011, with Anne Hathaway in the role of Emma and Jim Sturgess as Dexter. This first film adaptation directed by Lone Scherfig captured the essence of David Nicholls’ novel, exploring the complexity of love, friendship and life choices through the prism of two decades.
The film, like the series, follows Emma and Dexter over the years, focusing on July 15th each year to reveal the evolution of their relationship and personal lives. While Anne Hathaway’s performance was praised for her ability to bring Emma Morley to life, the Netflix series further delves into the nuances and complexities of these characters over a longer period.
Regardless, the story didn’t fail to make viewers cry with its cruel and heartbreaking conclusion.
Source: Cine Serie
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