Flordelis

Flordelis - A Volta Por Cima

This docudrama portrays the true story of Flordelis dos Santos, a strong and courageous woman from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She resided in the Jacarezinho favela, located in the northern zone of the city. From facing drug dealers to challenging judges, she had an eventful life. Her determination led her to shelter and care for over 40 abandoned children, showcasing her unwavering resilience.

The series will be narrated in two time lines, which will be intercropped within each episode, aiming to add dynamism and tension to the narrative: Line A: It narrates the evolution of Anderson do Carmo's death investigation until the trial of the accused. Line B: It chronologically tells about Flordelis’ journey, from her childhood to the accusation of her husband's murder, going through important phases of her life.

The haunting story of Flordelis, an acclaimed pastor and former member of the Brazilian parliament revered by many as a saint, accused of planning the death of her own husband, and her struggle to prove her innocence.