Hoje é Dia de Maria
Hoje é Dia de Maria

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Hoje é Dia de Maria

2005
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Portuguese

Maria is an orphan girl who suffers from her stepmother's wickedness. She then decides to escape in search of the fringes of the sea and takes a long walk through Brazilian folk tales. On her journey, she meets several fantastic characters.

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IMDb7.8/10
Director: Luiz Fernando CarvalhoGenres: Fantasy, Family, Adventure

Plot Summary

This miniseries tells the story of Maria, a young girl who embarks on a fantastical journey after being sent to live with her cruel aunt. Guided by a mysterious voice and encountering magical creatures, Maria seeks to find her lost mother and a place to belong. Her adventure is filled with challenges, lessons, and the discovery of her own inner strength.

Critical Reception

Hoje é Dia de Maria was critically acclaimed in Brazil for its artistic direction, visual effects, and enchanting narrative. It was praised for its unique blend of Brazilian folklore and a universally appealing coming-of-age story, becoming a beloved production for its imaginative storytelling and high production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually stunning and imaginative world-building.

  • Celebrated for its heartfelt and engaging portrayal of a young protagonist's journey.

  • Noted for its unique adaptation of Brazilian folklore into a compelling narrative.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their breakdown of likes/dislikes is not readily available for this Brazilian miniseries.

Fun Fact

The miniseries was filmed in a unique 'cinematic' style, utilizing advanced visual effects and detailed set designs that were groundbreaking for Brazilian television at the time.

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