The Franco-Japanese series Drops of God, adapted from a renowned manga about oenology, won the award for Best Drama Series at the International Emmy Awards in New York, cementing its international success.
The Franco-Japanese drama Drops of God, adapted from the cult manga on oenology written by Tadashi Agi and illustrated by Shu Okimoto, was honored Monday in New York at the International Emmy Awards. The series, consisting of eight episodes, won the prestigious Best Drama Series award, marking a major achievement for this production, which aired on Apple TV+ in 2023 and later on France Télévisions in 2024.
Created by Quoc Dang Tran and directed by Oded Ruskin, the series immerses viewers in a fascinating world where wine becomes the centerpiece of a family and identity quest. It follows Camille, played by Fleur Geffrier, a Parisian whose father, a prominent oenologist, passes away in Japan, leaving her with an unexpected challenge. To inherit his prized collection of fine wines, she must face Issei Tomine, portrayed by Tomohisa Yamashita, in three trials that showcase their respective expertise in the art of oenology.
Fleur Geffrier, who plays the lead role, expressed her joy: "It’s incredible. A great honor, a great pride, a great joy." She emphasized that the series goes far beyond wine: "It’s about family, connections, and the search for identity, with a rich multicultural dimension between France and Japan."
As the series prepares for a second season, this victory marks a turning point for the production and strengthens its impact on the international stage. The original manga, which has sold over 15 million copies worldwide, finds new life through this critically acclaimed adaptation.
Meanwhile, other French productions were also in contention but did not win awards. Among them were HPI, nominated in the Comedy category, as well as Sara Giraudeau and Laurent Lafitte, competing for Best Actress and Actor awards. Omar Sy, for his part, presented an honorary trophy to Sidonie Dumas, CEO of Gaumont, while teasing a possible fourth season of the series Lupin.
With AFP
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