Pico De Neblina

About Pico De Neblina

Pico De Neblina is a captivating Brazilian drama series that was released in 2019. Set in the vibrant city of São Paulo, the storyline revolves around a young drug dealer named Biriba, who decides to change his dangerous trade to sell marijuana legally, in response to the city's new drug policies. Biriba faces the tremendous challenge of fending off the temptation from the criminal world he left behind, while navigating through the complex legal marijuana business. This journey portrays a gripping exploration of societal issues about drugs, legality, and personal transformation.

Making / Production

The series is directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Fernando Meirelles and Quico Meirelles. It is a production of HBO Latin America and O2 Filmes and is distributed by HBO Latin America Group. Throughout its conception, much attention was given to authentically portraying the underbelly of São Paulo, while intricately weaving the narrative of drug legalization and personal struggle.

Actors

• Luis Navarro (Biriba): Playing the protagonist, Navarro delivers an alluring portrayal of a man torn between his past and his dreams of a legal business.
• Henrique Santana (Salim): As Biriba’s best friend, Santana couples loyalty with a haunting portrayal of a man also involved in the drug trade.
• Leilah Moreno (Georgette): Moreno breathes life into her character, a fascinating figure who assists Biriba in his new business.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title 'Pico De Neblina' refers to the cloud of legal marijuana smoke, marking an interesting commentary on the new drug laws in São Paulo.
• Fernando Meirelles, the director of the series, has often been praised for his accurate and gritty portrayal of urban Brazil, particularly Rio de Janeiro in his previous film, 'City of God'.

Music, Soundtrack

• The series' original music was composed by Antonio Pinto, who successfully intertwines the musical styles of São Paulo with the tone of the show.
• The energetic and pulsating music brilliantly captures the series' themes, driving the narrative forward.