At just 13 years old, young actor Miguel Moro from Rio de Janeiro is preparing for one of the biggest challenges of his career: playing Bruno, the son of Carolina Dieckmann and Renato Góes’ characters, in the highly anticipated remake of Vale Tudo, Globo’s new 9pm soap opera. In the role originally played by Danton Mello, Miguel will play a modern, happy and connected teenager who faces problems typical of the current generation, such as screen addiction and lack of family attention.
You’re only 13 years old, but you’ve already had some notable roles on TV, in theater and even in movies. What’s it like for you to grow and develop as an actor while also growing as a person?
I think it’s really cool to grow and develop as an actor at the same time. I’m developing in an area that I really like, and starting at an early age has been an incredible experience. It’s something that I want to take with me for the rest of my life.
Of course, sometimes there are difficulties. Some people find it more difficult to reconcile their studies at school with their studies for scenes, but honestly, I don’t have that much difficulty in that sense. I really like this routine. It’s a big responsibility to try to balance school and filming, but I’m really enjoying it.
In “Vale Tudo”, you play Bruno, a happy boy who faces a very current problem: screen addiction. What was it like to dive into this universe so close to the reality of many young people and, perhaps, even yours?
I think screen addiction is a very current problem. I draw inspiration from my own life and that of my close friends to help me understand this better. And it’s not just teenagers who go through this — many adults have this addiction too.
It’s a two-sided issue. Nowadays, no one communicates by letter anymore, for example. Everything is done through screens: cell phones, social networks, games, entertainment in general. It’s inevitable. Living without a cell phone is possible, but very difficult. I’m finding it very interesting to delve into this universe with the character. I’m really enjoying it.
This role marks your debut in prime time on Globo, in a remake that is so important for Brazilian television drama. What went through your mind when you found out that you would be the new Bruno, a character played by Danton Mello?
I was impressed when I found out I had won the role of Bruno, played by Danton Mello. He is a great actor, and I hope, who knows, one day, to reach that level too.
I’m very happy to be playing Bruno in the remake . From what my grandparents told me, the original version was a success and very important for Brazil at the time. I didn’t watch the old version because they recommended that I not watch it, but I heard a lot of people saying that it was a craze, especially at the time of the “who killed Odete Roitman?”
Being part of this cast has been an incredible experience. It’s a huge opportunity to work alongside names like Renato Góes, Carolina Dieckmann, Luiz Melo, Edvana Carvalho, Ramille , among others. In addition, I’m learning a lot from the director Paulinho, who is amazing. I’m very happy to have this chance to see his work up close.
You mentioned that Bruno is different from the biblical characters you have played before. What did you learn from this change in style and what fascinated you about this new challenge?
Yes, I have played characters in biblical soap operas, including one on Record. Currently, I am in a soap opera with more current themes, with the character Bruno.
This change in style has taught me a lot. It’s a new type of story, more modern, that deals with real, everyday problems. These are situations that make us think: “Wow, this happens in my life!” This connection with the audience is very strong and I think that’s one of the coolest things about the remake of Vale Tudo.
Despite being so young, you already have experience in theater, commercials, films and series. What do you like most about each of these languages? Is there one that makes you feel more “at home”?
It’s really hard to choose between theater, commercials, movies and series — I really like them all. I love Netflix series, soap operas… I really like theater too, which is something very different compared to television.
I haven’t had much experience with cinema yet, but I really want to take on this challenge. So far, the languages I’ve worked with the most are soap operas , theater and series, so those are the ones I feel most at home in. In the end, I still can’t say which one I prefer, because I really like all of them.
Have you ever had experiences or met people like Bruno?
I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who takes refuge in screens due to lack of attention from their parents. So, to bring this emotional truth to Bruno, I needed to understand this side well.
Bruno, in fact, doesn’t feel that affected by his father’s absence. Of course he misses him — like, “Where’s Dad?” — but when his father is there, they have great times together: they play video games, go karting, and attend events.
The mother is also very present, especially at the beginning of the soap opera, when she is still unemployed. Ivo, Bruno’s father, is someone who works hard, and Bruno is proud of that. He sees that his father is trying hard, getting promoted, and that makes him happy.
You said that you share Bruno’s love for karting. Do you have other things in common with him? And when are you two very different?
I take karting lessons, and Bruno also likes karting. So that’s something we have in common! I also like the beach, and Bruno goes there a lot. I’m a very family-oriented person, I like and trust my family a lot, just like him. I think we have a lot in common, more than we have differences.
Perhaps the biggest difference is that Bruno lives with his grandparents, and I don’t. I have contact with my grandmothers, but not as much as he does on a daily basis. Other than that, I identified a lot with the character.
Your career is just beginning, but it is already full of achievements. What excites you most about this journey so far? And what do you dream of experiencing in your next roles?
What excites me most about this journey so far is realizing that I am learning and, above all, enjoying it. I am very happy to be involved in something that I truly love doing.
The other day I watched a scene where the character Bartolomeu said something like: “There’s no point in working with something you don’t like.” And I felt that. I’m working with what I like, and that’s incredible. I got a role in a Globo soap opera, and that’s very important to me. It’s my first job there, and I’m very happy.
For the future, I dream of making films, series — maybe something on Netflix or another streaming service. I like drama, everyday stories, even action or horror. I’m open to new challenges, I want to live many more stories!
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