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This Mexican series, a remake of a Colombian show, opens with five women having a rather surprising meeting at a resort in Cancun. Each of them is named Juana and each of them has an identical birthmark on their backside! They soon learn that they have the same father but different mothers. The more they learn about their father, a powerful politician expecting a major promotion the more they determine to take revenge for how he threated their mothers. Along the way they will face many difficulties and some real danger.

It must be stated that this series is based on an unlikely coincidence but if you can get past that and don't mind plenty of melodrama it is rather fun. The five Juanas of the title are suitably different in character; one is a trainee nun another is a stripper for example! The other characters are interesting; some appear good, some are good and some are obvious villains; as one might expect from such a story. If you want lots of action you may be disappointed but there is often a sense of threat; sometimes the danger is physical other times reputational. The villains of the story are suitably wicked, even if it isn't always immediately obvious. There is a fair amount of sex and nudity although for the most part not too much is visible; just the occasional backside or glimpse of a breast. Overall I thought it was a fairly entertaining series; perhaps not a must see but still fun enough for me to be glad I chose to watch it.

These comments are based on watching the series in Spanish with English subtitles.

Did I say sexy? Yes, finally a sexy show on Netflix that actually has a good story and writing! And the acting's fair as well.

I enjoyed it. Worth a watch for sure.

A remake of a Colombian telenovela, La Juanas (1997) originally written by Bernardo Romero Pereira. Modern high quality cinematography in Dolby Vision HDR. Setting in Mexico. Lots of eye candy.

Worth watching series with good storyline and full of suspense & thrill moments it gives in every episode. It's totally a different one as compare to other thriller ones. It has unique story unique characters and a unique villain. Cast are damn good if this series so perfectly acted by all the members of the cast. If you are looking for something different just give it a try to this series. I know it's long but it won't disappoint you....

Good series and exciting mysteries or should I say puzzles to solve. The first half of the series I really liked and the mystery keeps you interested.

In the second part it seemed like everyone lost their braincells. What happened? Did they switch writers? It gets a little boring and very frustrating because everyone seems so naive and the decisons make zero sense. It gets good in the end again.

It's worth watching if you can endure the stupdity in a couple episodes you'll enjoy it even more. Beautiful actors and nice pace of the series. You'll grow to like some characters.

7.5 for season one. Would have been 8 if it wouldn't have changed so much in the middle of the series.

I watched this on Netflix and it was really intriguing. The storyline was different to what I've ever watched before. If you like drama and mystery, this is def a watch!

One thing, which is not a spoiler. If you decide to watch this, even though it's season 1 of 19 episodes, it seems to be two seasons. After episode 9, you'll know what I mean.

This series has great story-telling and unique style but the acting was not good (expect Manu and Simon they were OK)

Its a little bit predictable but overall enjoyable to watch.

I liked the way they show Mexico (not like US series and movies) and I give it 6 out 10.

The first four or five episodes may be hard to go through, it took me two times to watch, but when it got interesting I couldn't stop watching. If you want a logical, totally correct show that would be an exact to real life, move on to another show. This web of sisters, lovers, relatives is not that.

All descendents of a conspiring man, have not just an identical birthmark, but it is also located at the same place on the body. Five women with it, half-sisters by the name Juana, are the leading roles in this mystery.

The show have a little bit of everything, a bit of paranormal, incest, transition, family ties, sex (not too much and not showing too much either), gay, love, evil, trust (or distrust), trafficking and a million other things.

The plot unravels really well and it's not hard to follow the creators vision. Intriguing drama of five sisters bonding not only by the same father.

There are mistakes in some scenes. Showing too much rape like it's normalizing it and the girls reaction to the rape in the series shows like its not a big deal. How will it affect other boys watching it? As we all know young boys do watch these things. Focused more on nudity,sex and Yes there are rape scenes in many other shows but this show was poorly directed. A typical spanish series that the whole story was predictable.

Entertaining enough if you're not looking for anything too deep. Don't expect too much, then you won't be disappointed. And the girls are beautiful, so there's that.

The plot is decent and interesting, however there is just way too much sex. Some is fine, but every 3-5 minutes in every episode there's explicit sex scenes. This is not a family friendly show, watch it when you're not around children or people whom don't enjoy excessive sex scenes. It's frustrating when writers do not take into account all of their audience. I'm writing this review for people like myself whom are very intellectual and sex just doesn't keep me interested 24/7. I started to lose interest after about 5 episodes. If you were to take out the sex scenes, you wouldn't have much of a series which is telling. I'm also not interested in the idea of half siblings having sex all the time after they've found out. It felt like they're trying to normalize incest and non monogamous lifestyles. I hope that if there's another season, they take into account everyones reviews.

Good plot, good acting, it's a mystery, drama series with good thought out storylines. You want to keep watching. Hope this series will be renewed for a season 2.

The Five Juanas" is a captivating series that weaves a rich tapestry of narratives, focusing on five distinct women, each named Juana. This unique premise serves as the foundation for a story that delves into the complexities of female identity, relationships, and the shared experiences that bind us together.

The strength of the series lies in its well-developed characters, each Juana portrayed with depth and authenticity by a talented ensemble cast. From the ambitious career woman to the free-spirited artist, the reserved homemaker to the rebellious activist, and the wise elder to the young dreamer - the diversity of personalities ensures that there's a Juana for every viewer to connect with.

The narrative unfolds through a skillful blend of flashbacks and present-day scenes, gradually revealing the interconnected lives of these five Juanas. The storytelling is both heartfelt and thought-provoking, touching on universal themes such as love, loss, empowerment, and the constant search for self-identity. The series brilliantly captures the essence of womanhood in all its complexities, breaking away from stereotypes to present a nuanced and inclusive portrayal.

The production values of "The Five Juanas" are commendable. The cinematography captures the essence of each Juana's world, and the soundtrack complements the emotional beats of the story. The series is not just visually engaging but also succeeds in creating a resonant atmosphere that draws viewers into the lives of these remarkable women.

One of the highlights of the show is its commitment to exploring social issues without becoming preachy. Each Juana's story serves as a lens through which the series addresses broader topics such as gender inequality, societal expectations, and the importance of solidarity among women. It manages to deliver a powerful message without compromising the individuality of each character's journey.

While the series occasionally treads familiar ground in its exploration of personal and societal struggles, it compensates with its authentic character portrayals and the chemistry between the cast members. The pacing is generally well-maintained, with each episode contributing to the overall narrative arc without unnecessary detours.

In conclusion, "The Five Juanas" is a compelling exploration of femininity, identity, and the shared bonds that connect us all. With its strong performances, nuanced storytelling, and a celebration of diversity, this series stands out as a commendable addition to the realm of character-driven dramas. Whether you're looking for relatable stories or a fresh perspective on the female experience, "The Five Juanas" offers a satisfying and enriching viewing experience.

Nice storyline and good to underscore the issue many women face in abuse and worse. In later episodes everyone has sex with almost everybody - this is a bit too much and doesn't add to the plot. To make clear that two people like each other it is not necessary to spend minutes of them naked enjoying themselves every time.

Wonderfully done, a clever 'who did it' and such an anthem to strong women. Delicious acting and so many unfolding moments of genuine joy despite some of the dark themes.

How naive is this production, people working on this show don't have mind set. I can't believe how could they produce such as naive show. How could you believe 5 girls have same birth mark on same spot, and they gathered in one location. So stupid.. this director never thought for a minute that we are living in 2021 and people understand a lot and know a lot. One thing just attacking people to watch this series, which is women feminist, showing their undies and beauties. Rather than that, it's a failure, and I must give credit to some actors performance. The director could discuss the men control and corruptions in much easy and realistic way.. I must rate this series to -4.

Well it's not just a story of 5 beautiful women but also includes women trafficking, money laundering and murders. One dialogue at the very end of the series "the real badasses aren't the ones who live at the top penthouses. It's those of us who live in the basement." concludes this series perfectly.

It's entertaining yes , but directing was poor acting was average for almost how can I believe a lot of coincidence and also développement of characters was so damn fast I don't like also normalizing siblings sex , rape , too much nudity and less directing it's Netflix 💲💸💰