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Maya Gabeira’s story develops like a wave cresting and crashing—the kind of story that makes you question not just the limitations of athleticism but the entire fabric of society’s expectations. Her father, Fernando Gabeira, was a revolutionary figure in Brazil who lived his life in defiance of authoritarian regimes. This ancestry hung huge over Maya, imbuing her with a passionate sense of purpose that rivaled the waves she would eventually conquer. I reflect on how our backgrounds shape us, often in ways we only notice in retrospect.

Her debut in surfing at thirteen was more about discovery than rebellion—a search for identity amid puberty. Amazingly, a sport so inextricably linked to nature can become a canvas for personal expression and ambition. In just a few years, she went from a curious youngster with a surfboard to a world champion, earning accolades and sponsorships that would make any athlete jealous.

Glaz Entretenimento, one of the fastest growing outfits in Brazil and Portugal, and global company Boat Rocker have struck a co-production-distribution deal on fantasy mystery TV series project “Human Nature.”

Created and executive produced by Denis Nielsen, with Joe Mallozzi (“Stargate Atlantis”) attached as showrunner, “Human Nature” marks Glaz’s entry into English-language TV drama production.

Inspired by real-life facts, the TV show is set at an Azores surfing event. There, a young surfer discovers strange occurrences in his seemingly idyllic island community as competitors suddenly begin to disappear.

Maggie Malina (“Promised Land”) and Glaz Entretenimento’s Business Director and Producer Carolina Alckmin are also set to executive produce.

Based out of Brazil and now Portugal, Glaz Entretenimento has made a name with comedies that managed to garner national acclaim in Brazil. With its long tradition of creating both animation and live action programs, the company has already produced film and TV content in Brazil,...