The Handmaid's Tale
"The Handmaid's Tale" is a television series adapted from Margaret Atwood's novel. Set in a dystopian future, the story follows a woman named Offred living in a totalitarian society called Gilead. Offred is one of the women who are forced into childbearing service by the state due to her fertility. While trying to survive in this cruel world, Offred also tries to find her daughter who was forcibly taken from her. The series impressively portrays Offred's struggle to survive and her fight for personal freedom and human rights under an authoritarian regime. It also addresses many social and political issues that make viewers think and encourage discussion. The series has had a great impact on its viewers and has won many awards.
Where Filmed: The Handmaid's Tale was filmed mostly in Toronto, Canada.
