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To those complaining about the English voice overs, you can change the settings. Netflix allows you to watch dubbed versions and/or captions in multiple languages, so you change it to Spanish with English subtitles if it bothers you so much. The options are already provided.

I haven't finished it yet, but so far it's been interesting and well paced.

I really like the series, good composition, costumes and everything. But what is wrong with the music? It's the 1920's not 2010. That is probably the one thing that is really bugging me. Anyway, I recommend this series if you like drama. It reminds me a bit of the series ''Velvet''.

I really like the series, I like how it develops, the way each girl has a different personality and that it is woven into an interesting tapestry, the technological reality presented in the film and of course, the setting. It depicts the 1920s amazingly well. That is until they play any music.

It completely destroys the mood. While I could ordinary like some of the pieces, seeing them in this setting destroys both, the music and the amazing production. Why? it seems as if a teenager was put in charge of the music while adults did the rest. It's not that there wasn't amazing music at that time!, and it is not as if new groups could compose music following the 20s style!

I liked this series so far. However, every single time the music comes on, I am pulled completely out of the story world and into modern times. This is a big mistake on the part of the producers and or directors, as music is absolutely crucial to story. This movie is set in the 1920s. Why are we listening to EDM and Euro Pop from this decade then? A bit annoying and Such a shame.

The series is really good. It deals with a really important issue, the acting is awesome (except for Francisco) and it is a truly nice entertaining show... BUT WHAT THE H*LL IS WRONG WITH THE SOUNDTRACK? Who was responsible for this? In the beginning I couldn't keep me from laughing when hip hop and pop music started playing, but then it just started to irritate me. Really. It spoiled some parts of the series.

It's hard to imagine that anyone who appreciates the series as a period piece wouldn't cringe at the music chosen throughout the first season. It's true that other liberties are taken that don't necessarily reflect the period but none as jarring as the soundtrack. If that is an attempt to connect the message to the present day, please stop!! I promise we can all make that connection without watching a 1920's jazz club blaring bad electronic music. Please spare us that discomfort in season 2!!

I have read some reviews complaining about the music. I actually think that the music is what links the series to our times. Many of the themes are still current; domestic violence, gender un-equality, gender stereotypes, etc. I truly enjoy the series, all a surprise for me. I am usually quite critical with productions coming out from my country. I find the acting extremely good, especially of the 3 veteran actors Concha Velasco, Simón Andreu and Kiti Mánver, the latter a recurrent in Almodóvar movies. I agree that it can be a bit over the top at times, but in general I love the characters the scrip and the photography. I hope more productions like this keep coming from Spain.

Cannot get enough of the series. It's perfection! The music, the actors, the scenes and the drama. Hope there will be a series 3. Can't wait!!! Beautifully done!!!!

The first two seasons really pull you in; the settings, the friendship, the love triangle. 3rd and 4rth are like a cheap soap opera without any creativeness or rationality. Have kept watching it only because I want to see how the love story ends but if it isn't renewed for another season, I won't miss it

I watched Cable Girls and found it riveting and fascinating. Having the settings of 1920's Madrid allows the actors and set pieces to have lavish costumes and lush surroundings. The story, even though is set in Spain is about goals and aspiration, stories that transcends borders and culture.

So even for a person like me, watching in an Asian country, Singapore, can understand and sympathize the drives and motivations of the actors in Cable Girls.

I am not familiar with Spanish TV and if the production value and acting talent in this series already got me hooked, then I will gladly give Netflix more of my money to watch more Spanish original production to be shown to Asian viewers.

The actors, the plot, costumes, everything aligned for this series. I simply did not rate it higher due to the poor selection of music. Music can create a feeling and atmosphere, and as a period piece, the choice of modern pop lullabies really killed the vibe for me. Especially in dance room scenes that should have great music from the era. That was disappointing, everything else is A+

So it's not a straight up period piece, especially the use of modern music. Baz Luhrmann does it all the time, and mostly people don't complain. Except the ones that do. If you're one of those people, you'll probably find the music off-putting.

I'll reemphasize, as other reviewers have pointed out, that you have the choice not to listen to the English dub. I prefer to watch most foreign language productions in the original language with subtitles, and that's how I have been watching this one. Netflix remembers those settings so once you set your preferences they will stick for the entire series, whether you watch all at once or one episode at a time. I did check out the dub for part of one episode; interestingly, the text in the subtitles and the dub are not identical, though the differences were in phrasing rather than substance. I know enough Spanish to be able to tell that the subtitles are reasonably accurate, though as always some nuances get lost in translation.

Aside from that it reads a lot like a telenovela to me, except with accents from Spain instead of Latin America and fancier production values. Everybody talks at warp speed, there are tangled relationships between the characters, there are many many instances of people lurking in the shadows and overhearing conversations or seeing things that the people doing them expected to be private, and the acting tends to be over the top rather than understated. It's a hell of a lot of fun for what it is; if you like that sort of thing and come in with the right expectations you won't be disappointed.

I loved watching this show since the beginning, but the last season? What was that?? Such a bad ending, such a disappointment. This could have been written way better, it deserved to be written better. Definitely did not expect this.

There are so many controversial opinions about the music. Well, I actually enjoyed the music. It gives a modern tone to the series. The plot is really interesting, the costums are incredible, the choice of actors is excellent. I think it's one of my favourite tv shows ever.

I say I'll just watch one or two episodes and get back to my work but it's never the case. Once I start with the first episode, I have to watch the whole other 8 straight away. The storyline is so compelling and the acting is superb. The English voice over works well with the original Spanish acting, you never mind that their mouths aren't in sync with the audio - that's how good it is!. They chose the perfect people to play their roles. The emotions on their faces can be felt, making it so realistic that you strangely connect with their characters and root them on. Great acting and excellent writing. I'm so pleased that it has been renewed for another season. The only other thing I have found so far is the music in about two episodes. A few times in season 2 the music changed to what sounded exactly like that of 'Home Alone: Lost In New York'. Hard to explain but if you know Home Alone and you hear the sound, you'd be able to connect it. Anyway, this show is superb! You'd not regret watching. Just make sure you don't have anything important to do in the meantime otherwise you'd neglect it. You've been warned.

...Historical drama being the foundation, but then the plot and the script-writing, quite well conceived and developed. And the acting isn't bad either... there are certainly moments of genius with the expression of conflicting emotions and representation of opposing directions and putting a good face on in a time when that may seem impossible, and then retreating back to the primal pool of emotions. For a culture so richly devoted to passionate overtures, this concept reveals itself in a wide variety of nuances ranging from brooding subtleties to the seething mountain ranges of relentless and overwhelming cloudbursts. Grab some snacks and plenty to drink; this is a very engaging series of train-stopping entertainment.

I absolutely love this show. It's binge worthy. It's the kind of show that keeps you wanting more. There is a lot of mystery and suspense and you can't help but feel what each character feels and fall in love with the main characters. It's hard to choose who to root for or who to have a preference for as each character has been well developed.

I would love to lose myself in the Cable Girls series but am jerked out of their reality by the musical scoring of contemporary music. I mute the most egregious bits with synthesizer and electric guitar and just read the subtitles. What a shame - otherwise the show is fun with good sets and costumes.

Just finished watching the third season on netflix within two days! I was very hooked into this show!! I would love to see more, there was such a cliffhanger at the last episode. Im hoping you guys decide to make another season!

Love the whole serie but ratted 6 for the really bad final... really disappointed

Amazing show! It gives context and visualizes the lives of women in Spain during the 1920's, during a time when women were only seen as housewives and second class citizens. This show beautifully depicts the challenges that women may have faced, during that time nearly all over the world and even now. It reminds you that these types of ideals about us women are still out there and that with courage and boldness we can change the world to better. The overall cinematography and look as brilliant. Viewers can relate to different moments in Marga, Lidia, Carlota, Angeles, and Oscars life, such as having trouble with love or the thoughts of being free from stigma and other societal issues. I highly recommend this show, its brilliant and it sets the stage to remind us that anything can change.

There is a basic concept called suspending disbelief that allows the viewer to get lost in the story, forgetting it isn't "real life".

We all adjust to seeing the 1920's in color or voice overs in stories, but this series warps time in a few ways. Music and dance circa 2017 might work in a 1920's story if the dance weren't a jolt out of time but the real problem is lyrics that mention later eras such as mentions of television one may not be able to ignore. Dance could be less jarring if a more timeless style. Thank goodness no actress tries to sell Clear Blue Easy or the pill.

It's a odd choice to have future music and I hope it doesn't spoil a decent series. Mabbe future seasons, if there are any, will use a less jolting dance and music mix with 1920's Spain that serves the story.

I've watched 7 episodes so far and I didn't even realize there was any background music. I believe that's because the story and the actors were so engrossing that they pretty much drowned everything else out. Netflix is performing a great service introducing Americans to foreign series. So far I like the Scandinavian and Mexican series the best. It seems like I watch 5 foreign for every one American. Ozark seemed very amateurish compared to most of the foreign series.

Just finished the last episode. The last 5 episodes sucked pretty bad but I still enjoyed the costumes. Hated the music. It just kind of built on me as the show progressed. Whoever thought that was a good score should probably be fired and never employed again in that capacity. Otherwise show was entertaining but too melodramatic for my tastes at the end. I'm glad they're are dead so I don't have to watch any further. Note to Netflix - proceed cautiously if these people submit another script.