Las muertas

The Dead Girls, Luis Estrada's adaptation of Jorge Ibargüengoitia's novel, stands as one of the boldest and most lucid Mexican series in recent years. True to his style of political satire and dark humor, Estrada turns the story of the Baladro sisters -inspired by the infamous Poquianchis- into a parable about corruption, impunity, and moral decay in Mexico.

Unlike Ibargüengoitia's dry, detached prose, Estrada opts for confrontation: he denounces, mocks, and exposes the ties between political power, religion, and crime. Visually stunning, the series recreates 1960s Mexico with both precision and brutality, blending muralism, tabloid aesthetics, and farce.

Arcelia Ramírez and Paulina Gaitán bring to life the Baladro sisters as women who are both monsters and victims of a corrupt system. Estrada doesn't merely adapt the novel -he converses with it, half a century later. And his diagnosis remains unchanged: in Mexico, violence and corruption are not the exception, but the rule.

Amazing photography, historical accuracy also in terms of cultural context of Mexico in the 60's. The cast includes some of Mexico's consagrated actresses and actors, and the director managed to get the best out of everyone.

The story and characters develop slowly, but intensely. It is crude and graphic at some points, but I firmly believe this is a softened version of the story it is based on. Overall, a great production and story telling job.

The dark and funny humour of this series is the main point. Throughout the series I didn't felt bored or felt any streched at any point. The Series can a adult series but it has the potential to be a more than a average series in upcoming years. Great job from the actors. Enjoyed the series !!!! Great job Netflix 🍿

Las Muertas is a chilling masterpiece because it transforms grotesque reality into biting satire, blending horror with laughter in equal measure. Estrada's vision captures the absurdity of systemic corruption through moments so outrageous they become both terrifying and comic. Its characters embody the darkest impulses of humanity, stripped bare by irony. The result is a work where humor sharpens horror, and horror deepens humor, leaving a hauntingly unforgettable impression.

Not a bad watch at all. Based on a novel that is rooted in a true story, the series' setup is immediately captivating, with a dark and vintage aesthetic. The pacing is well-handled, and the number of episodes feels just right, as the creators don't try to stretch the story unnecessarily. I think everyone should give it a try. I watched it with the English dubbing and found it very well done.