‘Zorro’ Rides into La Havre, Brings Down Curtain on Unifrance Rendez-Vous with Gran Fiesta
variety.comEd Meza @edmezavar In realizing the latest incarnation of “Zorro,” producer Marc Dujardin found inspiration in the classic 1950s series starring Guy Williams, the absurd premise of super hero tales, and the fond childhood dreams he shared with brother Jean, who portrays the buttoned-up mayor of early 19th-century Los Angeles, Don Diego de la Vega, and his masked and care-free alter ego. “Zorro” stormed into La Havre on Thursday, where it closed the Unifrance Rendez-Vous market with a highly anticipated premiere, followed by a dance floor-pumping Alta California-themed fiesta, replete with delectable Spanish and Mexican cuisine à la normande.
Produced by Marc Dujardin’s Le Collectif 64 for France Télévisions and Paramount+, “Zorro” offers a comedic yet straight take on the legendary swashbuckler of old California.
The series sees Don Diego becoming mayor of Los Angeles with the hope of improving his beloved city. Facing growing, unstoppable corruption, however, he decides to again suit up as the dark avenger after having laid down his sword and cape years ago.
Balancing his dual identity as both Zorro and mayor is, however, causing strain on his marriage with Gabriella, who is unaware of his secret.
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