Overview

• The four-episode series debuted on France 2 on April 14, 2025, at 21:10, focusing on George Sand’s early years in the 1830s.
• Nine d’Urso delivers a standout performance as Sand, capturing the essence of the writer’s rebellious spirit and creative ambition.
• The narrative highlights Sand’s escape from an abusive marriage, her pursuit of a literary career, and her groundbreaking use of a male pseudonym.
• Georges-Marc Benamou, the series creator, praised d’Urso’s evocative audition, which included a nod to Sand’s iconic use of a cane and masculine attire.
• The show emphasizes themes of feminism and literary innovation, portraying Sand as the first woman to earn a living from her writing.