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Unspeakable Sins is an erotic thriller drama series created by Leticia López Margalli and Guillermo Ríos. The Netflix series Helena, a woman in a controlling and violent marriage who begins a passionate affair with a younger man, which soon turns into an opportunity to take her revenge against her husband. Unspeakable Sins stars Zuria Vega, Andres Baida, Erik Hayser, Manuel Masalva, Regina Pavón, and Mario Morán. So, if you loved the thrilling mystery, erotic drama, and entertaining characters in Netflix’s Unspeakable Sins, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Fake Profile is a Colombian erotic thriller drama series created by Pablo Illanes. The Netflix series follows Camila Román, a stripper who falls for a man with a fake Tinder profile, but when she discovers that he has a family,...

Mention of the show's sexual assault plotline.

Even the ending of Desperate Lies, Netflix's hugely popular Brazilian telenovela, is full of twists and turns. Set and filmed in Rio de Janeiro, the 17-episode series centers on occupational therapist Liana (Juliana Paes), who, after several traumatic miscarriages, fears she and her husband, Tomás (Vladimir Brichta), will never have a child. Although Tomás knows that his wife has always dreamed of motherhood, he becomes frustrated when Liana grows less committed to their relationship as a couple. When this perceived distance leads Tomás to cheat, Liana goes clubbing with her best friend, Débora (Martha Nowill), to blow off steam.

After a difficult night full of venting and drinking, Liana ends up going home with Débora’s brother, nightclub owner Oscar (Felipe Abib). Weeks later, Liana discovers that she's pregnant with twins, but is terrified to learn that she has a rare condition:...

We join Liana’s journey in Desperate Lies,Lies, seeking motherhood yet facing deception. This Brazilian drama unfolds her struggles amid relationships tested by secrets and sacrifice over 17 episodes. While genres like drama andtelevision series television series inspire the story, balancing depth across such a runtime proves challenging.

Still, director Angela Chaves shapes a glimpse into family bonds worth exploring. At the show’s heart lies Liana, brought to life vividly by Juliana Paes. Her unwavering love and the challenges of pregnancy intrigue, though darkness looms ahead. Intertwining lives unfold against a backdrop of Brazilian culture, anchored by stellar roles such as Felipe Abib’s unsettling presence.

This review aims to appreciate both strengths and limits. Characters, narratives, and production will be assessed alongside themes of motherhood, betrayal,betrayal, and truth. Most importantly, we consider if Desperate Lies engages throughout its at times exhaustive journey or proves better in moderation.

Trigger Warning! This article contains mention of sexual assault.

Brazilian melodrama Desperate Lies follows Liana's complicated journey as she navigates pregnancy with twins fathered by different men. The talented cast, including Juliana Paes, Vladimir Brichta, and Felipe Abib, brings to life the drama, tragedy, and romance of the story. Created by Dark Days' Angela Chaves, Desperate Lies adopts the elements of a classic telenovela, spanning years of secrets and family drama.

Netflix drama Desperate Lies tells a story that spans decades, requiring a sizeable, talented cast to bring the tale to the small screen. The Brazilian melodrama, created by Dark Days' Angela Chaves, adopts many elements of a great telenovela. There's tragedy, drama, and romance, but with a nostalgic edge as the story carries out over several years. Of course, Desperate Lies wouldn't have been possible without its cast, which includes Brazilian stars like Juliana Paes, Vladimir Brichta, Felipe Abib,...

Sometimes lies seem easier than the truth, but at what cost? If the lies end up ruining lives you might wonder what the point of all this drama was. Desperate Lies on Netflix makes you feel exactly that. This seventeen-episode telenovela tells the story of a desperate mother, Liana, who, to keep her twin boys Marcos and Mateus to herself, keeps lying. These lies make everyone around her miserable. But in the end, the truth sets them free—a message her husband, Tomas, kept preaching throughout the show. However, his version of the truth wasn’t really the truth at all, and it backfired on him. So, what are the motives of these characters? Why did they keep lying until the truth came out? Let’s dive into the cast and character guide of the series to find out.

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Juliana Paes plays the role of Liana in Desperate Lies,...

What To Watch This Weekend: Mirzapur Season 3 & Ms Dhoni: The Untold Story ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

We have the answers you need if you’re wondering what to watch this weekend. There are a number of intriguing titles that will keep you intrigued. There is something to enjoy on streaming services and in theatres for everyone, with titles ranging from Mirzapur Season 3 to the inspirational biopic “Ms Dhoni: The Untold Story” (re-released) and fantastic new releases.

We’ve included a list of several major releases in this post that will keep you interested and fill your weekend. Whether you enjoy action-packed thrillers, touching tales, or powerful dramas. The following titles are must-see.

What to Watch This Weekend On Ott Amazon Prime Video Mirzapur Season 3

The third season of Mirzapur, everyone’s beloved Hindi crime series, is now out. It stars Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi, Rasika Duggal, Vijay Varma, and others.

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Netflix never fails to amaze its audience with a wide range of shows and movies in almost every genre. Already stacked with Korean rom-coms and Spanish high-school dramas, Netflix has now brought a Brazilian show, Desperate Lies (Pedaco De Mim), a dark romance show created by Angela Chaves and headlined by Juliana Paes.

According to the Netflix synopsis, “Due to a rare phenomenon, a woman finds herself pregnant with twins by two men. Over time, she strives to keep her family united — and her secrets hidden.”

Here’s everything you need to know about Desperate Lies. Desperate Lies Release Date

The Show is releasing exclusively on Netflix on July 5, 2024. The series will have 17 episodes in total with 40-60 minutes running time.

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Daniel Rezende’s version of the life of Brazil’s Bozo takes the myth for granted and is guilty of some lazy screenwriting tricks

Daniel Rezende is the Oscar-nominated editor who worked on Meirelles’s City of God and Malick’s The Tree of Life; now he makes his feature directing debut with this movie – Brazil’s official Academy Awards entry for best foreign film. It is a strangely heavy-handed and hectoring redemption drama, based on the true story of the former porn actor Arlindo Barreto, who in the 80s became a huge hit throughout Brazil as “Bozo”, a wacky clown on Saturday morning kids’ TV. But he was contractually obliged to keep his real identity a secret. Unable to taste the pleasures of celebrity, Barreto underwent a kind of drug-fuelled breakdown, after which he jettisoned his vanity and emerged spiritually enlightened.

The corporate brand identity of Bozo is apparently...

The Brazilian Film Academy has selected Bingo -- The King of the Mornings as the country's submission for the Oscars' foreign-language film category.

Directed by Daniel Rezende, the film tells the story of a famous TV clown (played by Vladimir Brichta) who is frustrated by his lack of public recognition, as his contract forbids him to reveal his identity to the public. It is a biopic of real-life actor and evangelical pastor Arlindo Barreto, one of the stars who played the local version of Bozo the Clown in the 1980s.

Bingo is also Rezende's directorial debut after a long career as...

In a couple weeks soccer fans will set their sights on the South American country. Just before the ball starts rolling, there is an opportunity to see a different form of Brazilian expression off the field. The 12th Brazilian Film Festival of New York will screen a varied selection of features and shorts, which provide a concise but powerful look at the state of the country’s cinema and the issues that intrigue its filmmakers. Being Brazil a country in constant transition, the films also bear the array of concerns and experiences that define the current Brazilian society. Revisiting the years of the dictatorship, touching on environmental problems, or simply focusing on the lives of regular citizens, this selection of films continues to present unique Brazilian visions that transcend their local contexts to offer engaging stories to international audiences. Presented Inffinito Festival Circuit the festival runs June 1 -7 at Tribeca Cinemas. These are some of the highlights

A Wolf at the Door

Dir. Fernando Coimbra

A marvelously calculated mystery ignited by a woman’s disenchanted with her unlawful romantic relationship. Passion that evolves into maniacal obsession is rarely compelling on its own, but in this slow-burning drama the subtle exposition hides a shocking conclusion. When a young girl is kidnapped from her school, the investigation to find her reveals the terrifying shades of evil that hide under benevolent actions. Astutely written to drag the viewer through the story several times until the gruesome truth is unveiled, this is one of the best Brazilian films to reach American shores in recent years. Leandra Leal’s performance as Rosa is chillingly nuanced, definitely a highlight of this extraordinary debut by writer/director Fernando Coimbra. If you only see one film at the festival, this is the one to choose. Full review coming soon.

Tattoo

Dir. Hilton Lacerda

Sexual liberation and political rebellion went hand in hand in Brazil during the late 70s. Opposing a repressive dictatorship that tried to further marginalize them, a group of Lgbt theater artists known as “Start-Spangled Floor” performs satirical and sexually explicit numbers that mock the government in a sophisticated fashion. At the center of the irreverent songs and extravagant costumes is the romance between the group’s leader Clécio (Irandhir Santos) and a young soldier, Fininho ( Jesuita Barbosa) who struggles with his sexuality. Interestingly arranged to serve both as a coming-of-age story and an experimental quest for justice, Tattoo is a visually inventive work that capitalizes on its vibrant ensemble cast. They give life to a group of misfits who advocate for love, pleasure, and the abolishment of ownership – even that of a monogamous relationship.

The invisible Collection

Dir. Bernard Attal

After serendipitously escaping an accident that kills all of his friends, Beto (Vladimir Brichta), a young womanizing DJ, is faced with an insufferable guilt that pushes him to change his life. Needing to make money by new means, he decides to go in a quest to find several rare art works sold by his father – an art dealer – to an eccentric collector in the countryside many years ago. Underneath the utterly familiar premise of a fish-out-of-water trying to rediscover himself, there are interesting ideas about class and environmental devastation. In his relentless mission to obtain these valuable items for his personal gain, Beto will be faced with an unexpected twist that will test his ability to feel compassion for others.

Meeting Sebastião Salgado

Dir. Betse De Paula

Part activist, part photographer, but 100% globe trekker, Brazilian economist turned artist Sebastiao Salgado revisits his adventurous career via the images he captured. In this extensive conversation, the lover of the light discusses subjects that range from the tyrannical government that ruled Brazil in the past, adapting to extreme weather around the world, and how the new digital technology has affected his creative process. More than a comprehensive documentary about his life, the film is simply crafted as a conversation with Salgado intercutting some of his most memorable photographs. Although not incredibly revelatory, the film does a great job at showcasing his work and highlighting his unique journey.

Rio of Faith

Dir. Carlos Diegues

This docu-diary encapsulates the 2013 World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro. The event brought thousands of Catholic teens from every corner of the planet eager to receive a message of hope from Pope Francis. Following the pilgrimage of these devoted young men and women, one learns of the diverse motivations and perspectives all of which connect in one place. A crucial element is the fact that the filmmaker includes the voice of the Lgbt and atheist community in the conversation. Their conflicted relationship with a religious institution that has often exclude them is important to understand the place of Catholicism in today's world. Surprisingly, the film is less about the Pope as an omnipotent figure, and more about the youth that still considers religion as the best path to navigate their complex modern lives.