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Side by Side 2012

“Two worlds and a wish: freedom.”

★ 9.1/10 · 15 votes SoapDrama 1 seasons · 154 eps Ended

Created by João Ximenes Braga, Claudia Lage

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What is Side by Side?

Winner of the International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela, "Side by Side" focuses on two women of different origins and social classes. The brave Isabel, daughter of a former slave and in love with the capoeira player Zé Maria; and Laura, descendant from a wealthy family and destined to an undesired marriage to Edgar.

Type
TV series
Year
2012
Status
Ended
Episodes
154
First aired
Sep 10, 2012
Last aired
Mar 8, 2013
Original language
PT
Origin
BR
Networks
TV Globo
Genres
Soap, Drama
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Winner of the International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela, "Side by Side" focuses on two women of different origins and social classes. The brave Isabel, daughter of a former slave and in love with the capoeira player Zé Maria; and Laura, descendant from a wealthy family and destined to an undesired marriage to Edgar. In addition to an unshakable friendship, the two share the same purpose in life: the conquest of freedom in the conservative society of Rio de Janeiro of the early 20th century.

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Should you watch it?

“Two women from different social classes pursue freedom in early 20th-century Rio de Janeiro.”

# historical# dramatic# character-driven
Reasons to watch
  • award-winning production
  • strong female leads
Keep in mind
  • period-specific cultural themes

Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas centered on female friendship and social change.

The series explores themes of social class and historical societal constraints.

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Cast

Camila Pitanga Isabel
Marjorie Estiano Laura
Lázaro Ramos Zé Maria
Thiago Fragoso Edgar
Patricia Pillar Constância (Baronesa da Boa Vista)
Cássio Gabus Mendes Bonifácio
Alessandra Negrini Catarina
Rafael Cardoso Albertinho
Sheron Menezzes Berenice
Zezeh Barbosa Tia Jurema
Milton Gonçalves Seu Afonso
Caio Blat Fernando

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Season 1 · 154 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the series?

It follows two women from different backgrounds who form a friendship while seeking freedom in early 20th-century Rio de Janeiro.

When was the series broadcast?

The series aired from 2012 to 2013.

Who are the primary characters?

The story focuses on Isabel, the daughter of a former slave, and Laura, who comes from a wealthy family.

Has the series received recognition?

Yes, it is a winner of the International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela.

What is the setting of the show?

The narrative is set in Rio de Janeiro during the early 20th century.