Anything for Ratings: Decades of Lowbrow
Anything for Ratings: Decades of Lowbrow

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This documentary takes a deep dive into the history of Brazilian broadcast television, focusing on the decades when the pursuit of the number one spot in the ratings pushed every ethical boundary. Through a detailed analysis and interviews with people who experienced it behind the scenes, whether as viewers or industry insiders, the film brings back the era of live variety shows, hidden camera pranks, the rivalry between Gugu and Faustão, and the PCC scandal. More than just a nostalgic look back, the film questions how sensationalism and the exploitation of poverty shaped the behavior of a nation raised in front of the screen, revealing the secrets of a TV industry that wasn’t afraid to get bizarre to hold onto its audience.
    Released
    12/11/2025
    Runtime
    2h 37min
    Director
    Budget
    $1,159
    Genre
    Status
    Released
    Language
    Portuguese
    Production
    Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Plano P
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