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Netflix Romance Mi Año en Oxford Tops Global Charts With Argentine Authenticity

Rosario-born Romina Cocca secured her breakout Netflix role through a remote audition, prompting director Iain Morris to preserve her Argentine accent in English-language scenes.

Overview

  • Mi Año en Oxford debuted on August 1 and currently holds the number-one spot in Netflix’s top 10 lists across 72 countries.
  • Romina Cocca’s portrayal of Anna’s mother gained attention after producers reversed an initial plan for a Cuban character to retain her authentic Argentine accent.
  • The actress won the role via a video-call audition while vacationing in Peñíscola and received swift confirmation from director Iain Morris.
  • All of Cocca’s English-language scenes remained undubbed, demonstrating her fluency developed during training at New York’s Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute.
  • Viewers have flooded social media with messages expressing pride and emotional connection after hearing Cocca’s genuine accent in the film.