Memento mori (TV series)
Memento mori is a Spanish crime thriller television series based on the novel of the same name by César Pérez Gellida. The series premiered on Amazon Prime Video in Spain on October 27, 2023.
The plot revolves around Augusto Ledesma, a sociopathic criminal profiler obsessed with classical literature and philosophy, who becomes a serial killer in Valladolid. Inspector Sancho, a seasoned detective, leads the investigation, aided by criminal psychologist Sara Robles. The series explores the dark themes of death, morality, and justice, drawing heavily on the philosophical concept of memento mori, which translates to "remember you must die." This theme is interwoven throughout the narrative, influencing both the killer's actions and the investigators' perspectives.
The series is known for its atmospheric cinematography, complex characters, and suspenseful plot. It has received generally positive reviews, praising its performances, direction, and faithfulness to the source material.