“Mauricio de Sousa, the film” revisits the story of the creator of Turma da Mônica, combining dramatization and archive material to tell how a young illustrator transformed the characters of the neighborhood into one of the greatest cultural phenomena in the country. The film follows his entrepreneurial vision, his relationship with his children – who inspired the characters – and behind the scenes of a publishing empire that has shaped generations of readers.
Toxic friendship
Where to see: Paramount+, 18 years old
Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd play a socially deprived executive and his charismatic new neighbor as they try to get closer to each other. What starts as something harmless quickly turns into an obsession. Absurd comedy is a satire on loneliness.
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft
Where to see: Netflix, 16 years old
More than 25 years after the first game, Lara Croft continues to explore the mysteries of antiquity, search for African masks across the world, and uncover truths in dangerous places. This is the second season of the animated series.
Nouvelle Vague: Where it all began
Where to see: Mubi, 12 years old
The French “new wave,” which revolutionized cinema in the 1960s, saw critics become filmmakers and reject the structured narratives of the big studios. The collection brings together works by Agnès Varda, François Truffaut, Jacques Demy and Jacques Rivette, including “Cléo de 5 à 7”, “Jules et Jim: une femme pour deux” and “Paris Nos Pertence”.
Planet
Where to see: Times Brasil, 7 p.m., free
Presented by Carol Barcellos, the program that combines travel, culture and adventure explores Jalapão, in Tocantins, with a focus on the crystal clear waters of Fervedouro and Lagoa do Japonês. It also shows an experience in a quilombola community.
High hours
Where to see: TV Globo, 10:25 p.m., 12 years
The program celebrates Djavan’s 50-year career, sharing memories and sharing the stage with fans such as Gabriel Leone, Fátima Bernardes, Sheron Menezzes and Junior. The artist performs hits such as “Sina” and “Oceano”, accompanied by the group formed by his children and grandchildren, Trivia.
Saturday evening live
Where to see: Universal+, 1h30, 12 years old
This week’s hosts are actor Josh O’Connor—who can be seen on Netflix in the film “Dead or Alive: A Knives Out Mystery”—and singer Lily Allen, who is releasing the album “West End Girl,” a work that details her split from actor David Harbour.
About The Author
