Fake Profile
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Fake Profile

7.4
Yr 2023
Status Ended
Drama
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Series Brief

Overview

Camila meets her Prince Charming through a dating app. After an idyllic romance, she plans to surprise him — only to end up trapped in a false paradise.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 35 /100

Critical reception for Fake Profile is largely negative, with many reviewers panning the series for poor writing, lackluster character development, and a bloated, repetitive narrative. Critics frequently characterize the show as a flavorless blend of soap opera tropes and thriller elements, noting that its pacing suffers due to an overabundance of extraneous subplots.

While professional critics remain harsh, labeling the show "soulless" or "atrocious," some audiences have found it to be a "moderately interesting" viewing experience for casual settings. Despite the widespread consensus regarding its narrative flaws, the series maintains a certain kitschy appeal for viewers who enjoy its telenovela-style dramatics and high-gloss aesthetic.

“The writing isn't particularly good, and some plot lines don't come together very well, making the overall series feel like an odd mixture of elements from movies like Fatal Attraction and 50 Shade of Grey.”

“Fake Profile is devoid of good editing because it feels like the writer and the director did not want the show to end.”

“A somewhat soap opera thriller, with a good photographic quality.”

“The problem was that all the characters in Fake Profile remained the same for the majority of the series.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • CA • UK
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Why fans love it

Digital romance rarely stays straightforward for long in this drama. Carolina Miranda leads a narrative that pivots sharply from a modern courtship story into a high-stakes thriller. By shifting the perspective away from the initial connection, the series prioritizes the unraveling of identities over the comfort of a standard television relationship.

The production relies on the tension inherent in modern deception. The transition from an idyllic online courtship to a claustrophobic trap provides a rigid framework for the characters to clash. This is a show fueled by suspicion rather than sentiment, favoring the cold reality of a hidden life over the ease of a romantic fantasy.

Production Board

Crew

Executive Producer
Cristina Echeverri
Creator
Pablo Illanes
Keyword Cloud

Keywords

romance thriller
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
May 31, 2023
Status
Ended
Origin
CO
TMDB Votes
221