Mentiras, a Série

As a longtime admirer of Mentiras, I was thrilled to see how the series captures the musical's vibrant spirit, nostalgic humor, and iconic 80s soundtrack. The transition to streaming is handled with care, balancing theatrical roots with fresh storytelling.

The essence of Mentiras lies in its playful homage to an entire generation of Mexican ballads, its campy humor, and its self-awareness. Turning that into a TV format is no easy task, but the series manages to retain the charm, color, and musical backbone that made the original stage play such a hit. The direction and art direction are spot-on, and the production values show real care in bringing this world to life.

The cast truly delivers. Belinda brings star power and charisma. Mariana Treviño, Diana Bobio, Luis Gerardo Méndez, and Regina Blandón all give standout performances. Blandón, though not a trained singer, approaches her numbers with honesty and heart, and it works.

Some changes might surprise fans, but overall, it's a lovingly crafted adaptation that honors the original while making it accessible to a new generation.

Original, great singing and acting!!! Incredible and creative production. Love it!! I haven't seen something this original in a long time and would highly recommend it. There is something magical about it and I can't wait to finish seeing it, truly hope this is a continued series. Belinda does excellent, and the other actresses are also excellent, very talented women. The humor is also very good because it takes you into this fantasy world that makes you want to watch more. I think that if you like musicals and drama, this is a very unique choice. I have just started to watch it and love it!!!

I've never seen the play, so I have no comparison, but I think it can be rated in the same way as the book adaptations. As a series, it works, and it works very well, with five incredible voices and a funny, deep story to tell. There wasn't a minute that didn't keep me on the edge of my seat.

Each character's story was well-plotted; you could somehow follow each story without losing track of it thanks to their distinct personalities and aesthetics. It's also appreciated to have context behind each story; while not excusable, you can empathize with each of the strong women behind each one.

And after a little research, I think the decision to change the ending was the right one; the producer was right: It's not the representation the LGBT+ community needs today.

"Mentiras, The Series" starts off strong: the first act is sharp, funny, and well-written, immediately pulling the viewer in. The second act keeps the momentum going, with episodes that balance humor and emotion effectively. Unfortunately, the third act, the final episode, is a major letdown. After so much buildup, the ending feels underwhelming and lacks the payoff the story seemed to promise.

Mariana Treviño and Diana Bovio absolutely steal the show. Their comedic timing and on-screen presence bring energy and charm to every scene. In contrast, Belinda delivers a weak, uninspired performance that doesn't quite fit with the rest of the cast.

The production is top-notch: the visual design, musical arrangements, and choreography are all beautifully done. It's a visually and musically rich experience. Sadly, it all leads to a finale that doesn't live up to the quality of the journey. A show with great potential that stumbles at the finish line.

This is a great series, let me tell you something, I'm more of horror, action, Si-Fi Series, more manly, you know... I'm not a fan of musicals, girly series, old series and my mom songs she used to clean the house... but somehow this series has all of this and I love it! The performances from everyone, the voices, the songs made! Wow, somehow seeing this you feel everything from every character with every song (even made me cry a little bit, but don't tell anyone). Hopefully this is the step to make more TV like this, with this quality and great Mexican actors and actresses (Including Directors).