Name: Boris
Genre: Comedy, Foreign
Rating: 8.1
Cast: Francesco Pannofino, Alessandro Tiberi, Pietro Sermonti, Carolina Crescentini, Caterina Guzzanti

Francesco Pannofino

Alessandro Tiberi

Pietro Sermonti

Carolina Crescentini

Caterina Guzzanti

Antonio Catania

Antonino Bruschetta

Paolo Calabresi

Alberto Di Stasio

Carlo Luca De Ruggieri

Luca Manzi

Carlo Mazzotta

Boris is an Italian television series created by Luca Manzi and Carlo Mazzotta, initially produced from 2007 to 2010, with a revival season premiered in 2022.

The show brings to the stage the behind the scenes of a television set where a troupe is shooting Gli occhi del cuore 2 (The eyes of the heart 2), a satirical portrait of the many fictions airing on the Italian TV networks.

Boris

An aspiring director arrives on set for his first day and is faced with staffing issues, creative disagreements, and self-centered actors.

My First Day

Sergio forces Alessandro to sign documents that strip him of all his rights, and the excellent performance of a stage actor casts the cast in a bad light.

The Count's Ring

One of the actors in the cast looks nothing like the photograph released by his agency and a Peruvian boy tries to sneak in among the extras.

The Climber of the Andes

To impress a director friend, René shoots the day's scenes with a steadycam, meanwhile Biascica asks Alessandro for advice on love matters.

Quality or Death

The network hopes to boost ratings with a new character's raunchy jokes, just when Corinna may be forced to leave the series.

A+B=C

While a fan visit creates tension on the set, René directs Stanis and Corinna in an awkward nude scene.

Like Lars von Trier

During some night scenes, the cast ended up getting drunk on the limoncello sent by the network director, causing several problems during filming.

When a Man Feels the End

Alfredo replaces René, who is struggling with gastric problems, while Stanis' father takes advantage of his son's fame to get a part.

Merry Christmas

To appease the pro-Catholic press, René has to reshoot a scene featuring an abortion, while Duccio discovers that someone has taken the money from his jacket.

A Matter of Principle

While filming is interrupted due to Corinna, Davide is worried about the low turnout of journalists at the press conference.

The Jeweler

After the first episode aired, the cast and crew eagerly awaited the ratings results, and René shot a short film about ants.

Exit Strategy

While René is in Milan to introduce some actors to an advertising agency, the assistant director and the director of photography swap roles.

A Special Day

The series is suspended due to low ratings, so René has to remove all the cast members from the scene in the final episode and Boris is not feeling well.

Stanis Must Not Die

While the budget forces the production to shoot the final episode in just two days, everyone is anxious to find out whether the series will be canceled or not.

The Last Episode

The crew is elated by the success of "Gli occhi del cuore." Meanwhile, the network announces that Corinna is leaving the series, and Alessandro has an accident during filming.

My Africa (Part One)

Alessandro tries to fix the problems he caused while making the show. Meanwhile, Corinna's replacement begins filming the new serie.

My Africa (Part Two)

The network orders crew cuts and leaves René in charge of deciding who to fire. Meanwhile, Alessandro tries to keep the unstable Mariano under control.

Who Will Be Saved?

The introduction of an element of sensuality into the drama creates conflict between Arianna, René, and Karin. Meanwhile, Gloria looks for a new job, and Biascica goes to psychoanalysis.

The Disguise Is Off

The writers want to eliminate a character played by an actor involved in a scandal. Meanwhile, Stanis tries to impress a new actress.

The Affaire Martellone

The director of photography enlists René in an attempt to insert covert advertising into an episode. Meanwhile, Karin forces Alessandro's hand in Rome.

No Logo

Mariano, a new actor, experiences his inner dramas in a stormy way and creates problems for the production.

Death to the Count

Arianna stifles her jealousy over Alessandro's new relationship. Meanwhile, Stanis waits on set for the arrival of a well-known director, and Lorenzo gets a "promotion."

The Sky Above Stanis

René is forced to work on a new series whose fate is sealed. Meanwhile, discontent with Cristina grows within the group, and the crew teaches Lorenzo a lesson.

Mazinga's Daughter

Filming is complicated by the lack of chemistry between Karin and Stanis, René's worries about his career, and Duccio's attempts to sell fish on set.

A Tuzzo

While René is anxious about his new assignment, Mariano takes a stand with his agent and Stanis comes to a conclusion about Alessandro.

Italy That Works

Cristina is increasingly skeptical about her role and that of the production. Meanwhile, Duccio replaces René, and Arianna gives in to Stanis's insistent courtship.

Use Force, Ferretti

Arianna and Stanis meet again after their night together, Alessandro plays a vacant role, and René discovers that the election results could affect filming.

The Deaf-Mute, the Senator, and the Country's Balance of Power (Part One)

Filming takes place amid uncertainty as we await the election results. Mariano takes a dramatic step, and René delivers news that surprises everyone.

The Deaf-Mute, the Senator, and the Country's Balance of Power (Part Two)

René moves to the competition, but all that glitters is not gold. Then he receives a proposal for a revolutionary project. Surprisingly, Alessandro joins Arianna.

Another Television Is Possible (Part One)

Another Television Is Possible (Part Two)

First day of filming for Medical Dimension. Lorenzo has become a cameraman, and Biascica threatens some stagehands. Alessandro and Arianna return to their roles.

Quality Is Not Enough

The series has a new protagonist, and René wants to keep his relationship with her a secret. Sergio lends them his camera. Alessandro wants to test out his dialogue.

The Clip

Stanis wants to co-direct Medical Dimension. Fabiana shows off her talents with the newcomer, a sociopathic actor. Lopez's arrival complicates everything.

The Importance of Pleasing Notaries

Medical Dimension takes an unexpected turn. Martellone becomes a popular icon. A friend of Arianna's unnerves Alessandro. Duccio takes credit for something he doesn't deserve.

Coprolalia

The network tries to rejuvenate Grandpa Mauro, with aberrant results. Itala leaves the show. At the presentation of Medical Dimension, René delivers a heartfelt speech.

Like Durok

The actors film scenes in a villa, under the influence of drugs and medications. Arianna threatens Alessandro. An unclear script requires a leap of imagination.

Happy Grazie Day

New ideas are coming for Medical Dimension, while filming new scenes for Grandpa Mauro. Maestro Arcangeli loses a fan and complains about Valerio's stench.

It Smells Like a Masterpiece

An extra gives the crew a hard time. Financial problems lead to a makeshift solution. René has to reshoot some footage and makes a disconcerting discovery.

The Epiphany

A great soccer player arrives on set, causing a chain of misunderstandings. Thanks to a secret meeting, René uncovers Dr. Cane's trap.

Stopper

René arrives on set after a night of partying. Fabiana receives a tempting proposal, but she doesn't want to leave Medical Dimension.

In the Net

René forces the writers to rewrite Medical Dimension. A race against time begins to produce an original episode. Arianna and Alessandro say goodbye.

Back to the Future (Part One)

Back to the Future (Part Two)

More than ten years later, Boris’ crew reunites on the set of the new project, “Life of Jesus."

The Last Shall Be First

Boris’ crew struggles to convince the "Platform" to get on board with the project.

Cursed Cana

Mariano, Cristina and Tatti Barletta arrive on the set of “Life of Jesus."

Fucking René Ferreedi!

It is the day of Jesus’ miracles, yet, it is Karin who works magic.

The Set of Miracles

Zacchaeus is played by the new Martellone. But, what happened to all the extras?

Jesus’ Sense of Humor

The set is in total chaos. Glauco gives Tatti and René a crazy idea to fix things.

Liberté, Egalité, Grabilité

René moves to second unit and, unbeknownst to anyone, the writers get back to work.

Forgive Them for They Know Not What They Do

It is the last day of shooting. Will René finally succeed in shooting his masterpiece?

The Eyes of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Ecco come si vive per tre mesi su un set pieno di doppioni, con due registi, due direttori della fotografia, due segretarie di edizione, due aiuto registi, due capoelettricisti e due delegati di produzione; ed ecco come è stata realizzata la prima serie prodotta da Fox Channels Italy, una produzione innovativa e divertente, diventata in pochi mesi un vero e proprio cult. Oltre a mostrare il backstage delle scene più divertenti o imbarazzanti, alcune sequenze inedite e le interviste ai realizzatori, Gli occhi di Boris racconta qualcosa in più: il singolare gioco di specchi tra componenti del cast e quelli della troupe e l’atmosfera un pò caotica e surreale di una meta-serie.

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