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Kaya Scodelario’s character, Laura Harrison, is fictional
A fictional miniseries based on the life of Ayrton Senna da Silva. The Brazilian racing legend who won the Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship three times. She is based on the journalists who covered Ayrton Senna’s career. In addition, Scodelario’s family is Brazilian, from Senna’s home state of São Paulo.
She also speaks fluent Brazilian Portuguese
The first races of Senna’s career in England are shown on a racetrack next to a mountain range. There are no mountains in England – especially Norfolk, which is famous for its flat landscapes. The Netflix series Senna is a production that aims to portray the essence of Ayrton Senna, not only as a driver, but also as a cultural and sporting icon. Over the course of six episodes, we are taken on a visual and emotional journey of one of Brazil’s greatest heroes.
, with every turn, acceleration and passing vibrate the screen
Technically, Senna shines with masterfully filmed racing scenes that bring intensity and realism that put the viewer right on the track. The sound of the engines and the use of tight corners create the adrenaline of Formula 1 racing with impressive authenticity. For those who grew up watching Senna’s magical Sundays, the series manages to evoke nostalgia, almost as if he were racing again. Gabriel Leone’s performance as Ayrton Senna is one of the best in the production.
Even in the most intimate and quiet moments, Leone offers nuances that humanize the legend without diminishing his brilliance
strengths. Leone does not just imitate Senna, he embodies his essence: his passion for motorsports, his almost obsessive perfectionism and the spiritual connection he had with what he did. While some critics have noted limitations in the dramatic development of the supporting characters, it is important to recognize Senna for what it is: a visual and emotional tribute to the driver’s legacy. The series is not intended to be a documentary, but rather a dramatized narrative that captures Senna’s cultural impact and reinvigorates his presence in the collective imagination.
Senna is not just a story; it is an experience
In this sense, the approach functions as a tribute, full of respect and emotion. This series is a gateway to the past for those who remember the joy of winning. For new generations, it is an introduction to what made Ayrton Senna more than a driver – a legend.