Tremembé

Excellent character development. As a Brazilian, I still vividly remember the scenes and their unfolding events. Seeing those memories reflected on TV was very interesting. And understand the behind-the-scenes aspects of the "celebrities" prison was curious. I recommend to those who loves true crime.

One of the worst productions I've ever seen in my life. The acting is terrible, the stories make no sense, no beginning, middle, or end. The soundtrack is awful, perhaps the most negative aspect of the series, and that's saying something considering the rest is abominable. The only decent performance is by the character Mariano. If you enjoy feeling secondhand embarrassment and wondering how someone could have released something like this, this series is for you.

Tremembe is a powerful and captivating Brazilian series that shows how much our country has grown in cinematic storytelling. Directed with great skill by Ullisses Campbell and his amazing team, the show delivers a dark and emotional look into crime and human nature that feels real and deeply moving.

Ullisses Campbell stands out as Brazil's true-crime storyteller in the same way that American audiences have come to admire someone like David Fincher (known for his remarkable work in crime and thriller narratives). Campbell's deep dive into the real-life cases, his journalistic roots and his mastery of tension and character make him our own go-to creator for gripping, fact-based crime drama.

The cast is impressive. Every actor brings depth and truth to their role, but the actress who plays Elize Matsunaga is truly unforgettable. Her performance is intense and subtle at the same time. The physical transformation, the small gestures, the emotional tension, everything feels incredibly real. She completely disappears into the character. The actors who play the Cravinhos brothers and Alexandre Nardoni are also remarkable. They manage to show the complexity and darkness of their characters without exaggeration, making everything feel authentic and believable.

The rest of the cast also shines, giving the story a strong sense of realism and emotion.

Visually and narratively, Tremembe proves that Brazil is learning how to create high quality cinematic productions. The direction, photography, and storytelling could easily compete with Hollywood true crime series. Brazil is getting really good at this, and Tremembe is proof of that.

I couldn't even finish the first episode - I turned it off with 11 minutes left. The series seems more focused on pushing certain ideologies than on portraying the crimes or life inside the prison. Instead of exploring the real context of the cases, it spends much of its time on homoaffective scenes that completely overshadow the main theme. I respect all choices and forms of expression, but the way this subject is handled makes the show feel biased and disconnected from its original purpose. For those truly interested in the crimes portrayed, I recommend watching real documentaries that approach the facts more objectively.

Very fun to watch, Marina Ruy Barbosa is great as Suzane Von Richtofen.

As a Brazilian millennial, I remember them all, and the characterization is amazing.

It's a show with a lot of pop culture influence - the colors, the edit, the soundtrack and, somewhat to contrast with the crimes, it has a soft lens on the people, a very humanized one.

We see them trying to deal with the consequences, feelings and everyday problems, and then you're reminded who they are, their privileges, and the media commotion.

It's a good TV show if you're not expecting an accurate documentary.