Behind the Scenes of Netflix’s “Elite”
During the filming of the eighth and final season of Netflix’s teen crime drama “Elite” in November, the set was filled with lively chaos. Crew members constantly shouted “silencio,” creating an atmosphere that could have been mistaken for a chant. The Brazilian actor André Lamoglia, portraying Iván, waited on set in a black suit with white trim, ready to lead another one of the show’s energetic party scenes.
The scene depicted a nightclub on the outskirts of Madrid, where young actors in black tie chatted and laughed, blending seamlessly into the show’s theme of unruly teenagers, expensive fashion, and mysterious murders. The character Iván was engaged in a scheme to uncover the truth behind his friend’s murder, as he casually took a selfie with his half sister, Chloe (Mirela Balic).
Since its premiere in 2018, “Elite” has become one of Netflix’s most popular original series, known for its unique blend of teen drama and murder mystery. The show follows the lives of scholarship students at Las Encinas, a prestigious private high school, where each year brings a new murder that entangles the students and the authorities in a gripping investigation.
By the time the fourth season aired, “Elite” had secured a spot on Netflix’s weekly Top 10 chart in over 70 countries, solidifying its status as one of the streaming platform’s longest-running and most successful series. The final season is set to be released on Friday, marking the end of an era for fans worldwide.
