Munich, 27 July. Beta Film is joining forces with Millstreet Films to coproduce and distribute the royal family drama Maxima (6x1h). Principal photography of the high-end TV series for RTL Netherland\u2019s OTT-service Videoland started in June in New York and Spain and will soon move to the Netherlands and Belgium. The six-hour drama is set to have multiple seasons and depicts the life of Argentinian born Maxima Zorreguieta who later became Queen M\u00e1xima of the Netherlands.<\/p>\n
German star actor Sebastian Koch (The Lives of Others, Your Honour) joins the stellar cast in the role of Claus von Amsberg, the father of Willem- Alexander and Elsie de Brauw (The Death of My Mother) will play Queen Beatrix. Maxima is portrayed by Argentinian star Delfina Chaves (The Secret of the Greco Family), Crown Prince Willem-Alexander, by Martijn Lakemeier (The East).<\/p>\n
Justus Riesenkampff, EVP Nordics & Benelux, Beta Film: \u201cMaxima is a gripping story based on true events and a modern fairy tale at the same time. A young woman from Argentina marrying into one of the most prestigious royal houses in Europe and eventually becoming the Queen of the Netherlands. It\u2019s a love story, a thrilling drama and a clash of cultures \u2013 Argentina\u2019s military junta vs. the royal house of the Netherland \u2013 where our protagonists must deal with their opposing familial heritages. This unique combination is why we expect the series to resonate well with audiences across the world.\u201d<\/p>\n
Rachel van Bommel, Producer, Millstreet Films: \u201cThe strength of this series lies in the point of view of our main character, of Maxima. By experiencing everything from her perspective, the focus is different than one might expect. We will always see the story unfold through her eyes. That is what will capture the viewers\u2019 hearts.\u201d<\/p>\n
The first season depicts Maxima\u2019s first encounter with then Crown Prince Willem-Alexander and her way to becoming a public figure, highlighting her determination and ambition, as well as her struggle to balance the loyalty to her family and her own identity. The controversial past of her father and his role in Argentina\u2019s autocratic Videla regime plays an important role and will be told in flashbacks. Saskia Diesing directs together with Joosje Duk and Iv\u00e1n L\u00f3pez N\u00fa\u00f1ez.<\/p>\n
The writer\u2019s room was led by Marnie Blok and Ilse Ott, Rachel van Bommel produces for Millstreet Films in coproduction with Beta Film and FBO. Beta Film handles international sales.<\/p>\n
Maxima is based on the book \u201cM\u00e1xima Zorreguieta: Motherland\u201d by Marcia Luyten, which was published by De Bezige Bij in the Netherlands, an Argentinian edition was published by Planeta in Buenos Aires in December 2022.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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