El Negocio (HBO)

About El Negocio (HBO)

'El Negocio' is a unique Brazilian TV series, which premiered on HBO in 2014. Known originally as 'O Negócio' in Portuguese, the show follows a group of high-class call girls who decide to revolutionize their work strategy and take their destinies into their own hands. Instead of taking orders from pimps, they independently run their business with an entrepreneurial mindset, using modern marketing strategies. The series offers a striking balance of drama, comedy and deep exploration of issues related to society, gender politics, and business.

Making / Production

The series shares creator Rodrigo Castilho with 'Preamar', another HBO Latino original. With a well-structured narrative and cinematic filming technique, the series truly showcased the talents of its production team. Each episode was carefully crafted, merging the worlds of entrepreneurship and the oldest profession in the world ingeniously. The series ran for four successful seasons, ending in 2018.

Actors

• Rafaela Mandelli as Karin: Intricate performance, managing to portray a determined, strong, yet compassionate woman.
• Juliana Schalch as Luna: Skillfully played the role of a forthright and independent woman with hidden vulnerabilities.
• Michelle Batista as Magali: Delivers a performance that is both raw and nuanced; she is both tough and caring in her portrayal.
• Guilherme Weber as Ariel: Cleverly brings the complexities of this character to life with great skill and subtlety.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• 'El Negocio' is the first HBO Latin American original series produced in Brazil.
• The show premiered in 2014 and ended in 2018, spanning over four seasons.
• Despite displaying a humorous undertone, the series also discusses serious issues such as women's empowerment, gender equality, and the world of entrepreneurship.

Quotes

• "We can't change what happened in the past, but we can keep from making the same mistakes in the future." - Karin
• "If you take care of the field, the flowers will flourish." - Luna
• "In the dark, we can all pretend to be someone else." - Magali

Music & Soundtrack

The soundtrack of 'El Negocio' gathers a mix of classical music with modern Brazilian pop, creating a unique atmosphere that goes well with the story's development. Featuring popular Brazilian artists including Seu Jorge and Karol Conka, the series boasts a distinctive musical collection.