A proposal arrives on Rai 1 that promises to stand out in the panorama of crime fiction. Buonvino – Mysteries at Villa Borghese debuts in two prime time slots around 9.20pm, on 7 and 14 May, bringing an atypical commissioner to the screen, far from the stereotypes of the tough and solitary policeman. The protagonist, played by Giorgio Marchesi, is Giovanni Buonvino, an assistant commissioner who fell into disgrace after an error during a delicate operation. From brilliant career to marginal position: a transition that marks the beginning of a story of personal and professional redemption.
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“Gentle leadership” that breaks the mold
The heart of the series lies precisely in its vision of command. Buonvino does not impose, but listens, he does not raise his voice but builds relationships. A kind leadership, as it has been defined, which becomes the true distinctive element of the narrative. In the police station Villa Borghesea symbolic and almost suspended place in the heart of Rome, the protagonist finds himself leading a disillusioned, fragmented team in search of motivation. His human approach is thus transformed into an investigative tool as much as intuition.
From novel to TV: the signature of Walter Veltroni
The series was born from the adaptation of the novels of the cycle Commissioner Buonvinowritten by Walter Veltroni, who also participates as an editorial consultant. The screenplay, signed by Salvatore De Mola and Michela Straniero, keeps the original tone intact: a balance between police investigation and emotional introspection. Directed by Milena Cocozza, she transforms the city into a living character, exploiting the narrative charm of the villa, described as a microcosm full of contrasts and secrets.
A cast that talks about fragility and second chances
Alongside Marchesi, Serena Iansiti stands out in the role of Veronica Viganò, deputy commissioner marked by bereavement and in search of balance. Their relationship becomes one of the emotional engines of the series, built on empathy, comparison and mutual growth. Francesco Colella and Pierluigi Portanova complete the picture, key figures of a team that embodies the central theme: everyone deserves a second chance.
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Rome as you have never seen it
One of the most fascinating elements of the series is the setting. Villa Borghese it is not just a backdrop, but a dynamic narrative place: avenues, fountains and hidden corners become scenarios of mysteries and revelations. The direction focuses on a cinematic visual rendering, with careful photography that conveys a less chaotic and more intimate Rome, far from urban clichés. A story that enhances the city through a new, almost contemplative look.
A crime that looks at the soul
Buonvino – Mysteries at Villa Borghese it’s not just an investigative series. It is a story about mistakes, redemption and human relationships, capable of intertwining cases to be solved and internal journeys. In a genre often dominated by tension and action, this fiction chooses a different path: that of listening, reflection and emotional complexity. And precisely in this choice lies its most authentic strength.
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