I really love this series, and I'm grateful to have found a version with English subtitles. It's worth the effort!
This is not a drama for those looking for accuracy or plausibility in a medical situation. This series is about building community and supporting each other: the willingness to hold a hand, to give a long hug, and to not be afraid of asking for help yourself. About what you lose, but also what you gain.
Carmine Buschini as Leo anchors the show with his charisma and energy. All the cast is good, and the viewer comes to care about each one like a member of the family.
This is a series that should be watched in order. The swimming pool as a metaphor is established at the beginning and carries on throughout the series. One of the characters who appears in season 2 and 3 won't make sense for anyone who didn't watch series 1.
The music soundtrack is a big part of the series, and there are some entertaining music videos featuring the cast that are worth watching.
The creator of the series, Albert Espinosa, based it on his book The Yellow World, about what he learned from his cancer as a teen. The book is a good read that offers valuable insight into the series.
