Impuros

⭐⭐⭐½ (3.5/5)

If you’re a fan of crime dramas like Narcos or City of God , Impuros is worth your time – especially if you don’t mind subtitles or speak Portuguese. Set in 1990s Rio de Janeiro, the series follows Evandro (Raphael Logam), a charismatic small-time hustler who rises through the ranks of a burgeoning militia made up of corrupt cops and ex-police. Meanwhile, a federal agent (Rui Ricardo Dias) tries to take the system down from the inside. Impuros

Impuros isn’t groundbreaking, but it’s a solid, binge-worthy crime drama with a unique Brazilian perspective. Stick with it past the first two episodes – that’s when the world-building pays off, and the tension really locks in. A strong 3.5 stars, rounded up for ambition and atmosphere. ⭐⭐⭐½ (3

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