The second part focuses on Arthur’s reign, the decline of Avalon, and the tragic fallout of the family’s secrets.
The 2001 miniseries Le nebbie di Avalon ( The Mists of Avalon ), based on the novel by Marion Zimmer Bradley, is a two-part retelling of the Arthurian legend through the perspectives of its women. Directed by Uli Edel, the series highlights the conflict between the ancient pagan traditions of Avalon and the rising influence of Christianity. Le nebbie di Avalon s01e01-02
: With the help of Merlin’s magic, Uther Pendragon disguises himself as Gorlois to visit Igraine, leading to the conception of Arthur. The second part focuses on Arthur’s reign, the
: After Arthur’s birth, he and his half-sister Morgaine are eventually separated to be raised in the ways of their respective destinies—Arthur with Merlin and Morgaine at the sacred Isle of Avalon. : With the help of Merlin’s magic, Uther
: As a young priestess, Morgaine unknowingly participates in a fertility ritual with Arthur, resulting in the conception of their son, Mordred. Episode 2: The High Queen
: Viviane, the Lady of the Lake, informs her sister Igraine that she is destined to bear the future High King of Britain with a man other than her husband, Gorlois.