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The Mechanism

The Mechanism

Description: When a police task force uncovers a widespread corruption scheme involving the Brazilian government and several prominent engineering firms, scandal erupts in the South American country. After detective Marco Ruffo breaks open the case after chasing down money launderer Roberto Ibrahim but is unable to gather enough evidence to nail him, Ruffo's partner Verena Cardoni picks up the case years later. The series -- from "Narcos" creator José Padilha -- is loosely inspired by true events.
Genre: Political drama
Year Released: 2018
Number of seasons: 2
Number of episodes: 16
First episode air date: March 23, 2018
Language: Brazilian Portuguese
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