Increased access to the internet has allowed streaming sites like HBO Go and Netflix to capture large segments of the Brazilian market. Rede Globo’s local TV network, Globoplay is set to diversify TV streaming options for Brazilians who are tired of the American TV standard.

Forbidden love affairs and family dramas make up the fabric of Brazil’s most beloved form of entertainment – the telenovela. But these shows are more than light viewing; the sheer size of their audiences give them huge influence over Brazilian society, driving sales and social change alike.

In the middle of a pandemic, Americans are scrambling to keep abreast of the headlines – and stay sane while doing so. How can people stay informed while maintaining their mental health? And what else, besides objective information, can the media offer to those stuck at home?

The release of The Mechanism, a Netflix series that allegedly portrays a distorted view of Brazilian politics, has spurred users in the country to boycott the streaming platform. While people expect the media to tackle taboos, this reaction highlights the need to do so accurately and responsibly.