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The Leopard

British screenwriters Benji Walters and Richard Warlow (The Serpent) create this luscious six-episode mini-series that examines the changing socio-political times in 19th century Italy. Adapted from Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa’s seminal novel, and directed by the UK’s Tom Shankland, the series is co-produced by London-based Moonage Pictures.

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In 1860s Sicily, Don Fabrizio - the Prince of Salina (Kim Rossi Stuart) - must adapt to survive after Garibaldi’s army takes control of the region in their quest to unify Italy. Caught between traditional privilege and revolutionary change, the Prince fears for his future.