Hijos Del Carnaval

About Hijos Del Carnaval

Hijos Del Carnaval is a Brazilian TV series released in 2008, produced by HBO Latin America. It gathers elements of drama and crime to explore the underworld of Brazil. The dynamic plot revolves around a patriarch named Anesio who runs an illegal lottery and a Carnival samba school while helping raise his three sons. Each son has distinct personalities and aspirations, adding layers to the narrative. The series showcases a combination of brutal honesty and powder-keg emotions as characters navigate through dilemmas in the backdrop of Brazil's samba and carnival culture.

Making / Production

The show garnered interest with its unique plot and heart-wrenching performances. With quality production values, it provides a distinctive portrayal of Brazil's carnival culture and also exposes the darker underbelly of society. The production team worked relentlessly to ensure the portrayal of each character had depth, and each episode was visually enticing.

Actors

• Enrique Diaz as Anesio, the patriarch of the family who runs the illegal operations. Diaz brought an honest rawness to Anesio that made him uniquely sympathetic.
• Rodrigo Santoro as one of the sons, whose complicated relationship with Anesio forms the crux of the story. Santoro provided a layered portrayal, underlining the struggle of living under a domineering father.
• Felipe Abib and Thogun portray the other sons, each with their narrative arc and conflicts. Abib and Thogun depicted their respective roles with the complexity they deserve.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show was entirely shot in Brazil and successfully captured the country's picturesque locations.
• International star Rodrigo Santoro was part of the main cast before making it big in Hollywood.

Awards

Despite its strong narrative and performances, the series didn't win any major awards but garnered critical acclaim for its raw and honest portrayal of Brazilian society.

Quotes

• "To err is human, but to forgive is not my policy."
• "One's character can be measured by what they laugh at."
• "The only thing predictable about life is its unpredictability."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series' soundtrack captures the rhythmic essence of Brazil, infusing melodies from samba and other traditional music styles.
• Its carnival sequences are accompanied by the captivating beats of the local carnival bands, adding authenticity to the scenes.