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Barriga de Aluguel 1990

★ 7.7/10 · 5 votes SoapDrama 1 seasons · 243 eps Ended
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What is Barriga de Aluguel?

Barriga de Aluguel is a Brazilian telenovela produced and broadcast by Rede Globo. The series originally aired from August 20, 1990, to May 31, 1991, spanning a total of 243 episodes.

Type
TV series
Year
1990
Status
Ended
Episodes
243
First aired
Aug 20, 1990
Last aired
May 31, 1991
Original language
PT
Origin
BR
Networks
TV Globo
Genres
Soap, Drama
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Overview

Barriga de Aluguel is a Brazilian telenovela produced and broadcast by Rede Globo. The series originally aired from August 20, 1990, to May 31, 1991, spanning a total of 243 episodes. It was created by Glória Perez in collaboration with Leila Míccolis and directed by Wolf Maya. The program served as the 40th entry in the network's six o'clock telenovela slot, following the conclusion of Gente Fina and preceding the premiere of Salomé.

The narrative centers on Ana and Zeca, a married couple who face difficulties in having children. In an effort to fulfill their dream of starting a family, the couple decides to hire a young woman named Clara to act as a surrogate mother. This decision ultimately leads the characters into a complex legal dispute. The series is categorized as a soap and drama, exploring the consequences of this arrangement. It remains a notable production in the history of Brazilian television, recognized for its exploration of the ethical and legal implications surrounding surrogacy.

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“A childless couple's dream of parenthood turns into a complex legal battle following a surrogacy arrangement.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling premise
  • focused character conflict
Keep in mind
  • heavy emotional themes

Watch it if you enjoy intense dramas centered on family dynamics and legal struggles.

The series deals with sensitive themes regarding surrogacy and family law.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main conflict?

The story follows a couple who hire a surrogate mother, resulting in a legal dispute.

Who are the primary characters?

The main characters are the married couple Ana and Zeca, and the surrogate mother, Clara.

What is the central premise?

A couple unable to have children enters into a surrogacy agreement that leads to complications.

Is this a family drama?

Yes, the series explores the emotional and legal challenges of a couple trying to start a family.

What is the tone of the show?

The series focuses on the serious implications of a surrogacy arrangement and the resulting legal conflict.