Tati Bernardi laughs at herself and the upper middle class of SP with A Vida de Tina; see video
Tina interviewed her idol Tati Bernardi in the series 'Desconstruindo a Entrevista,' discussing life in the context of São Paulo's upper middle class.
In the second episode of the series 'Desconstruindo a Entrevista,' artist Tina interviewed columnist Tati Bernardi, delving into the comedic and often ironic narrative of life in São Paulo's upper middle class. Growing up in the affluent neighborhood of Higienópolis, Tina reflected on her upbringing, where she lived in luxury until the age of 30, and her eventual transition to a more modest neighborhood, Santa Cecília, seeking personal independence and a new lifestyle.
Tina’s journey to Santa Cecília was transformative; it marked her departure from the high-end comforts of her childhood home to a neighborhood that felt more vibrant and aligned with her desire to connect with everyday life. She humorously described her new routines, from enjoying expensive coffee and pastries reminiscent of her time in Paris to frequenting a quirky salon that welcomed pets and offered hot yoga. These experiences highlight the stark contrasts and peculiarities of social classes within the city.
Ultimately, Tina emphasized her love for the simpler pleasures of life, choosing to savor time drinking beer on plastic tables at a local square, where she feels connected to the 'real life' and 'the people', shunning the stereotypes of wealth she grew up with. This narrative provides a satirical yet insightful look at the values, contradictions, and quirks of São Paulo's upper-middle class, as articulated through Tina’s experiences and her conversation with Bernardi.