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Theatre and what makes us human
Since I was very young, I’ve felt there’s nothing quite like theatre - everything unfolding right in front of you, in a unique moment that you get to witness once and that will never happen again. Today, besides being part of the audience, I often find myself on stage. And I have to say, very few things in life connect me so deeply to my own humanity or make me feel so alive. I’m reminded of the words of Mr. Keating from Dead Poets Society: “We don't read and write poetry bec

Maria Bernardes
Aug 71 min read


Voiceover localization to Brazilian Portuguese
When I’m working with localization in voiceover , I’m often sent references in other languages and asked to reproduce the same style in Brazilian Portuguese . The reference is incredibly helpful to understand the tone, intention, and pacing the client wants — but it’s important to remember that this is still a creative process. “Cheerful” in Brazil isn’t the same as “cheerful” in the UK, and this applies to every emotion. Cultural expression, rhythm, humor, and even how “n

Maria Bernardes
Nov 18, 20251 min read
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