In 1856, the emperor Dom Pedro II lived a marriage of appearances with Teresa Cristina, with whom he was forced to marry at a young age by his parents' political alliance, having two daughters with her: Isabel and Leopoldina. He truly loves Countess Luisa, a cultured and time-ahead woman who fights for the abolitionist cause and women's rights, married to Eugenio, the emperor's cousin. At the same time there are sisters Pilar and Dolores: the first went to a convent after her mother's death in childhood, growing up among books and dreaming of studying medicine - inspired by the story of Elizabeth Blackwell, the first doctor in the world -, while the second stayed at home to take care of her father, Colonel Eudoro, growing up repressed, illiterate and without vanity.
For decades, doctor Juscelino Kubitschek enters politics and becomes president of Brazil.
Aracy de Carvalho is a young clerk at the Brazilian Consulate. For two years, she has been secretly issuing passports to Jews without the dreaded "J" stamp, which not only won't allow them to travel, but will doom them to the horrors of concentration camps. When newly appointed diplomat, João Guimarães Rosa, arrives in Hamburg, the two fall madly in love. Aracy would later be honored by the Yad Vashem with the Righteous Among the Nations Award. João would be known as the greatest Brazilian writer of the twentieth century.
Comedian Gregório Duvivier irreverently presents his interpretation of the important news of Brazil and the world.
The Mechanism is a gripping TV show that delves into the depths of corruption and political scandals in Brazil. Inspired by a true story, the series follows a group of federal police officers as they uncover a vast money laundering scheme involving powerful politicians and corrupt businessmen. Set in various cities across Brazil, including Curitiba, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília, the show explores the intricacies of money laundering, plea bargains, subterfuge, and political manipulation. As the investigation unfolds, the officers uncover a cabal of individuals who are willing to go to great lengths to protect their illicit activities. With themes of government corruption, propaganda, and the destruction of evidence, The Mechanism keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its suspenseful plot.
Cristiana Lôbo receives in the studio, renowned journalists from newspapers and magazines to talk about the main themes of the week in Brasilia, revealing what is happening behind the scenes regarding politics, economy and the judiciary.
After eight years of a political exile imposed by the Brazilian military dictatorship, sociologist Herbert de Souza returns to his homeland. Alongside democracy activists, he faces the arrival of AIDS and puts the devastating impact of hunger under the spotlight. Overcoming his fragile health and personal tragedy, he creates the largest social awareness campaign in Brazilian history.
The Transamazon highway was a gigantic saga, the greatest example of the pharaonic works of the Brazilian military government. But the road that would promote national integration was best known for linking the famine of the Northeast with the misery of the Amazon. This haunting docuseries follows the story of the construction of this highway and its morbid consequences.
Fefê, a digital influencer who decides to run for governor of Rio de Janeiro as a joke, ends up winning the election.
Set in Brazil during the military dictatorship, Marighella follows the life of Carlos Marighella, a Brazilian politician and activist who fought against the oppressive regime. The film explores themes of fascism, racial issues, torture, and political oppression. It depicts Marighella's struggle to create a democratic society in the face of a brutal dictatorship.
O Caso Evandro (2021) is a gripping true-crime TV show that delves into the shocking and complex case of the abduction and murder of Evandro Ramos in the 1990s. Set in a coastal city in South Brazil, the show explores the intricate web of corruption, political influences, police investigation, and testimonial evidence surrounding the case. Viewers are taken on a journey through the dark underbelly of Brazilian politics and the relentless pursuit of justice.
The Edge of Democracy is a powerful documentary that explores the turbulent political history of Brazil, focusing on the rise and fall of democracy. It delves into the political polarization, corruption, and abuse of power that have plagued the country, with a particular focus on the impeachment of President Dilma Rousseff and the subsequent election of Jair Bolsonaro. Through a combination of personal stories, interviews, and archival footage, the documentary unravels the unraveling of democracy in Brazil.
A hot and controversial subject, two guests with divergent opinions and the intelligent mediation of the journalist Monica Waldvogel.
During the Brazilian economical crisis in 1988, a gunman hijacks a flight targeting the president, and intending to have it crashed onto the presidential headquarters.
The Honest Candidate is a hilarious Brazilian political satire movie set in Brasilia. It follows the journey of a politician who learns the art of lying to win elections.
The life and death of city councilor Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes, murdered on the night of 14 March, 2018, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Killer Ratings is a true crime documentary TV show that delves into the story of a Brazilian politician who becomes the center of a scandal after being accused of orchestrating a series of murders to boost the ratings of his television show. Set in Manaus, Brazil, the show explores the controversial and shocking events that unfolded, shedding light on the dark underbelly of Brazilian politics and the alarming intertwining of crime and television.
Olga is a biographical drama set in Brazil during World War II. The film tells the story of Olga Benário, a Caucasian woman who became involved in Brazilian politics and fought against the rise of fascism. It explores her relationships, including her marriage to a communist leader, and the challenges she faced during the war. Olga's life takes a tragic turn when she is captured and deported to Nazi Germany, where she faces imprisonment in a concentration camp.
Built as a letter to JK in his centenary, the film shows what remained in the memory of Brazilians 26 years after his passing in a car accident in August 1976.