A novela marcou a televisão brasileira por suas histórias intricadas e personagens multifacetados, tornando-se uma das obras notáveis na discografia de João Emanuel Carneiro e na programação da Rede Globo.
Beneath the slapstick and the romantic entanglements, the novela offered a sharp critique of the Brazilian elite. The character of Otávio/Olavo (Lázaro Ramos) acts as a bridge between these worlds. Ramos’ performance is central to the show’s thesis: intelligence is a survival tool. As a "marginal" (marginal figure) who infiltrates high society, his character exposes the vacuity of the rich. The wealthy characters are often portrayed as incompetent and disconnected, relying entirely on the labor of the "lizards" (the working class) to maintain their lifestyle. cobras e lagartos novela completa