Aracne

Aracne

The famous greek myth now converted into a delicious drama

2026 · Drama

Eris is a talented and ambitious young chef who works at the prestigious Medusa restaurant. The restaurant is run by Palas, an experienced chef whose work style clashes with that of our protagonist. Eris enters a culinary duel for Palas’s position, and that’s when a dead spider is discovered on her plate. Eventually, the two open up to each other and reveal their vulnerabilities as they reflect on the price of pursuing their dreams.

Directed by Guillermo Lobato · Written by Guillermo Lobato

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