Back to Corsica — Season 1
Back in her home country, she struggles to reconcile her modern Parisian life and identity with the more conservative views of her village. She finds that pursuing her sentimental life as a lesbian ba
About this season
Back in her home country, she struggles to reconcile her modern Parisian life and identity with the more conservative views of her village. She finds that pursuing her sentimental life as a lesbian back home means "looking for trouble," forcing her to navigate difficult friendships and family relationships, particularly with her dominant brother. The series follows Andrea and her best friend Marie-Luce as they search for love, deal with family drama, and participate in local traditions over the course of a eventful summer.
Episodes (8)
1. Welcome Back
Aired 18 February 2020 • 22 min
Every summer, Andrea, a young lesbian from Paris, returns to her native village in Corsica. On the first night, when she goes to the bar with her best friend Marie-Luce, she runs into an old flame.
2. Beautiful Family
Aired 24 February 2020 • 22 min
Andrea and Marie-Luce attend a baptism party at Andrea's parental home. The event quickly escalates into a major drama when Andrea gets into a heated argument with her heartbroken, dominant brother, Petru Anto.
3. The Important Thing is Discretion
Aired 26 February 2020 • 22 min
Andrea and Marie-Luce cancel their plan for a day at the beach because they have both secretly made separate appointments. While Andrea attempts to seduce Alice at the pool, Marie-Luce enjoys a romantic date with the hotel owner she met at the baptism party.
4. Land of Culture
Aired 8 March 2020 • 22 min
Andrea and Marie-Luce are eager to participate in the local 'Terre de Corse' exhibition. Meanwhile, Flora's boyfriend Bastien attempts to arrive on time for the opening but ends up on a risky adventure with Maxime.
5. The Ball, What Ball?
Aired 15 March 2020 • 20 min
It's time for the annual village festival! Everyone prepares for a fun evening of celebration and drinks, but the atmosphere quickly sours when Flora gets drunk and Andrea's brother, Petru Anto, gets into a physical altercation with Karim.
6. Your Eye!
Aired 22 March 2020 • 20 min
Maxime and Petru Anto are determined to win the major pétanque competition this year, even if it requires forming an unlikely alliance with a rival. Meanwhile, the girls decide to visit a medium to get answers to all their pressing life questions.
7. For Whom the Bell Tolls
Aired 29 March 2020 • 20 min
The long-simmering family drama reaches a dramatic peak. A major secret concerning Andrea's relationships or her brother Petru Anto’s turbulent life is revealed, leading to a profound, life-altering confrontation with the family. Andrea must face the high cost of living authentically in her traditional village.
8. Beach Back
Aired 5 April 2020 • 20 min
Following the dramatic climax, the summer comes to an end. Andrea attempts to reconcile with her family and friends, achieving a sense of closure or temporary peace before returning to Paris. The finale focuses on emotional farewells and Andrea's decision about how she will navigate her life and identity going forward, leaving the door open for future returns to the island.