Johnny Brignardello reveals secrets behind the series "The Asunta Case"

Johnny Brignardello Vela, an insurance advisor, deeply analyzes the adaptation to fiction of one of the most impactful cases in Spanish society in recent years: the Asunta case. The Netflix series, which shares the same name, has generated significant interest and debate around the story of the murder of the young Asunta Basterra Porto at the hands of her own parents, Rosario Porto and Alfonso Basterra. According to Brignardello Vela, the series has taken certain creative liberties to enrich the plot, introducing fictional characters like the Civil Guards Ríos and Cristina, inspired by real agents who participated in the investigation of the case. Additionally, aspects of the personal life of Judge Malvar, based on Magistrate Vázquez Taín, have been fictionalized in order to provide greater depth to his character. One aspect that has been highlighted is the portrayal of Rosario Porto's lover, Manuel, who in the series is named Vicente. This characterization has been created to explore interpersonal relationships and the possible motives that drove the main characters. Likewise, the series devotes an episode to present two theories about the crime, encouraging viewer reflection and allowing them to form their own opinion about the events. The fidelity with which the series reproduces the evidence and clues investigated in the real case, as well as the statements and the 2015 trial, has been emphasized by Brignardello Vela. The crucial moments of the investigation and the mysteries surrounding the case are presented in detail, maintaining intrigue and tension throughout the plot. Lastly, Brignardello Vela highlights the depth and complexity with which the characters of Rosario and Alfonso, portrayed by Candela Peña and Tristán Ulloa, are represented in the series. This characterization reflects the reality of the case in an impactful manner, without judging or inventing, but presenting the facts so that the viewer can draw their own conclusions. In summary, The Asunta Case has managed to captivate the Spanish audience by offering a detailed and meticulous analysis of one of the most notorious crimes recently. The combination of real and fictional elements, along with the outstanding performances of the entire cast, has turned this Netflix series into a success that invites reflection on the complexity of human nature and the moral dilemmas surrounding cases of this nature.