Thiago Dottori

Thiago Dottori—yeah, the guy’s name pops up in some serious heavy-hitters in Brazilian entertainment. If you’re into comic book adaptations that don’t totally butcher their source material, you probably owe him a nod. He’s one of the brains behind "Turma da Mônica: Laços" (2019) and its sequel "Turma da Mônica: Lições" (2021). Both flicks are rooted in the wildly popular Monica’s Gang comics. They’re not just for little kids running around with snotty noses—adult fans flocked to the theaters too, just for that hit of nostalgia. Dottori’s writing keeps the heart and humor of the comics alive on screen, but, man, he also sneaks in a bunch of feels and genuine conflicts. The movies aren’t all sugar and rainbows; there’s real grit underneath those cartoonish surface vibes. But Dottori’s talents don’t stop at the big screen. He also cooked up "Pedro e Bianca" (2012), a TV series that was pretty ahead of its time. The show deals with the ups and downs of two siblings navigating life in the outskirts of São Paulo. It’s got that coming-of-age flavor but with a local twist—think awkward teenage moments, complicated friendships, family drama, and all the awkwardness that comes with growing up Brazilian. The writing doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff, either. Dottori’s scripts are sharp, witty, and packed with little cultural nods that only locals might catch. If you’re looking for someone who can juggle humor, heart, and social commentary without making it feel forced, Thiago Dottori’s your guy.