Metamorphese
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A long look at the popularity of plastic surgery in Brazil.
Brazil has its share of "reality" television shows inspired by plastic surgery that help promote the industry's artistry.
One program, "Metamorphese," Portuguese for "metamorphosis," is similar to ABC-TV's "Extreme Makeover," and shows real plastic-surgery operations. Patients get the surgery at no charge if they agree to let it be taped. Another show, "Beleza Comprada," Portuguese for "buying beauty," focuses on life after plastic surgery.
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