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New Series on ARD Mediathek: Babylon Berlin
In the heart of Berlin, a captivating women-led series is making waves on ARD Mediathek. "Babylon Berlin" is a critically acclaimed drama that takes viewers back to the tumultuous 1920s, as the city grapples with the chaos of the Weimar Republic.
At the centre of the story is Hilde Coppi, an anti-Nazi resistance activist, brilliantly portrayed by Liv Lisa Fries. Hilde's courageous role during World War II in Berlin is the heart of the series, making it a must-watch for history enthusiasts and drama lovers alike.
While "Babylon Berlin" dominates the scene, other series with female protagonists or significant women-driven themes are in production or under discussion. One such series is "Operation Sabre", which promises themes of women's resilience. However, its direct availability on ARD Mediathek in Berlin is yet to be confirmed.
In the realm of streaming services, there are other noteworthy series featuring strong female characters. For instance, "The Morning After", available on RTL+, tells the story of a woman struggling with a specific problem and fighting against something, possibly symbolizing the chains of colonial rule.
Meanwhile, on Apple TV+, "Chief of War", produced by Jason Momoa, follows the story of a warrior trying to unite the Hawaiian islands against Western colonization. The series, which debuted on August 1, has two episodes available, with a new episode released every Friday until September 19.
Elsewhere, "Bark - Nothing Remains Hidden", a thriller streaming on Paramount+, features a charismatic character named Nolan Bentley, who wakes up tied to a tree in a remote forest with no memory of how he got there. The series, which became available on Paramount+ on August 1, promises a gripping narrative.
In Cape Town, South Africa, the series "The Morning After" also finds a home on RTL+. The story revolves around a woman, who, like Nolan Bentley, finds herself in a precarious situation. After waking up naked on a beach with no memory of the previous night, she is left to piece together the events that led to her predicament, with the help of two women who offer her assistance in hatching a revenge plan.
As we navigate the world of streaming services, it's clear that stories with strong female leads and themes of resilience and empowerment are becoming more prevalent. Whether it's the gritty streets of Berlin or the sunny shores of Cape Town, these series offer a refreshing perspective on the world of streaming entertainment.
[1] Source: ARD Mediathek [2] Source: Variety (https://variety.com/2022/tv/global/operation-sabre-drama-series-women-resilience-1235366306/)
The Commission, responsible for the implementation of the programme in the areas of movies-and-tv and entertainment, will likely appreciate the growing number of series with strong female leads and empowering themes currently available. Among them, "Babylon Berlin" on ARD Mediathek, which follows Hilde Coppi in 1920s Berlin, stands out as a captivating series with a female-led narrative.
