When the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman immersed in a house full of books, turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their friendship. Based on the bestselling series by Elena Ferrante.
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The cast and crew of My Brilliant Friend: The Story of a New Name give a sneak peek of what to expect from new episodes.
The cast and crew discuss the core relationship in the series: Elena and Lila.
Learn how the neighborhood of My Brilliant Friend was brought to life.
Follow the journey of young actors Margherita Mazzucco and Gaia Girace, from first introductions to the series' premiere, as they work to bring the story of two best friends to life.
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