Netflix’s “Secrets of Summer” or ‘Cielo Grande’ Created by Celeste Lambert, is a Spanish teen TV series that follows the story of ambitious Steffi Navarro (Pilar Pascual) as she tries to uncover her family’s trophy, a beautiful hotel on the picturesque island of Cielo Grande.
On her journey to uncover the secrets of her father’s life, a talented wakeboarder meets new friends whose musical talent, thirst for discovery, and ambition to breathe new life into an old hotel will irreversibly change the course of her life. A fun cast that includes Pilar Pascual, Victor Varona, Abril di Yorio, Francisco Bass, Guido Messina, and more adds to the overall story of the Netflix series.
The secret of the Summer revolves around a group of teenagers who try to save a historic hotel deep in the Argentine delta, mixing action, intrigue, romance, and charming musical interludes. Childhood memories, unforgettable encounters, personal revelations, picturesque surroundings, blue waters, and a fantastic pop of color all come together in this thrilling wakeboard competition. In addition, the use of exciting locations enhances the overall story, which begs the question – where is “Secrets of Summer” filmed?
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“Secrets of Summer” was filmed completely in the province of Buenos Aires, particularly in the city of Tigre. Principal photography for the series began in May 2021 and ended after about two months in July of the same year.
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All the pivotal sequences for ‘Secrets of Summer’ were shot around Tigre in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital and primate province. The production team reportedly traveled across the city to shoot scenes in suitable backdrops.
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Tigre is an independent city located west of the capital, located at the highest point of the Rio de la Plata river delta. The Paraná and Uruguay rivers meet at the confluence to form a brown-gold river. Brazil serves as the source of both rivers. Watercourses that pass through a vast region form a river delta. Due to numerous smaller river arms, the Tigre sometimes parallels Venice.
Located on the west coast of the Río de la Plata, Buenos Aires is known for its rich culture and preserved eclectic European architecture, some of which can be seen in the background of several scenes in the film. The capital is considered the industrial, financial, and commercial center of the country, with tourism playing a vital role in its economy. After all, Buenos Aires has an active and internationally recognized nightlife, with restaurants, bars, and nightclubs staying open past midnight.
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In addition to tourists, Buenos Aires is also visited by filmmakers for the purpose of filming. The city has hosted the production of several movies and TV shows besides ‘Secrets of Summer’ Some notable ones are ‘Happy Together’, ‘Taekwondo’, ‘The Blonde One’, ‘Idiot Love’ and ‘One Life to Live’.
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