Reading Again Mafalda

7.8
2023

This documentary series reveals the origin of Quino's iconic cartoon and his sources of inspiration. Through a combination of stock material, interviews with famous Mafalda fans, and testimonies from historians, editors, and Quino's friends and family, the series offers a fresh look at this classic through the Maitena, Liniers, Montt, Tute, Rep, Kemchs, and Raquel Riba Rossi's analysis.

Production

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Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2023

Still image for Reading Again Mafalda season 1 episode 1: What Is the Girl Called?

1. What Is the Girl Called?

This episode tells the story of the origins of Mafalda, the world-renowned character from the 60s.

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2. Friends

This episode introduces Mafalda's friends and the inspiration behind them.

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3. Mafalda's Universe

In the 1960s, Mafalda portrayed the Argentine middle class while reflecting on social differences.

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4. Eternal Mafalda

Guille and Libertad complete a universe that is coming to an end, but remains alive to this day.

Cast

Photo of Quino

Quino

Self (archive footage)

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