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Selton Mello, one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences. Born on December 30, 1972, in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he gained acclaim with films such as Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) and O Auto da Compadecida (A Dog’s Will). The latter remains a cultural classic, with Mello’s role as Chicó highlighting his comedic timing and depth. Mello’s versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse filmography, including Meu Nome Não É Johnny (My Name Ain’t Johnny)* and Jean Charles, a poignant portrayal of a Brazilian immigrant’s tragic story. In Ainda Estou Aqui (I’m Still Here), directed by Walter Salles, Mello delivered a powerful performance as Rubens Paiva, a congressman disappeared during Brazil’s military dictatorship. Beyond acting, Mello has excelled as a director. His 2011 film O Palhaço (The Clown), which explores themes of identity and purpose, received widespread acclaim and numerous awards. His second directorial work, O Filme da Minha Vida (The Movie of My Life), further showcased his storytelling ability, earning accolades at the Rome Film Festival. In 2024, Mello continues to impact Brazilian cinema with anticipated projects like O Auto da Compadecida 2 and Bury Your Dead, reflecting his ability to adapt to diverse narratives. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Mello plays a key role in promoting Brazilian cinema internationally. With over 40 years in the industry, Selton Mello remains a significant figure, celebrated for his contributions as an actor, director, and cultural embassador.
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- wc Gender: Male
- calendar_month Birth Date: 1972-12-30
- event Death Date Unknown
- school Known for: Acting
- star Popularity: 6.4
- info Birth Place Passos, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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6.1
The Invisible Woman
2009-06-05
7.5
Four Days in September
1997-10-01
7.6
The Rogue's Trial
2024-12-25
8.4
A Dog's Will
2000-09-15
7.1
Drained
2006-09-27
6.3
Dry Movie
2005-04-14
6.3
Jean Charles
2009-06-26
5.4
O Coronel e o Lobisomem
2005-10-01
7.2
To the Left of the Father
2001-10-29
4.7
Federal
2010-10-29
7.1
My Name Ain't Johnny
2008-01-04
7.8
Lisbela and the Prisoner
2003-08-22
6.3
Caramuru: The Invention of Brazil
2001-11-09
5.6
The Herb of the Rat
2008-06-26
5.5
Slightly Out of Tune
2008-08-29
7.9
I'm Still Here
2024-09-19
7.2
The Clown
2011-10-28
0
Bury Your Dead
2024-10-04
4.1
Uma Escola Atrapalhada
1990-06-29
5.3
Lope: The Outlaw
2010-09-03
3.9
Billi Pig
2012-03-02
3.6
Kings & Rats
2012-02-17
7
Tarantino's Mind
2006-01-04
7.1
Trash
2014-10-09
7.3
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
2013-03-07
7.4
The Movie of My Life
2017-08-03
4.2
My Hindu Friend
2016-03-03
5.8
Garotas do ABC
2003-12-18
9
The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus
2023-01-30
6.5
Soundtrack
2017-07-06
6.5
Lino
2017-09-07
6.3
All Paulos in the World - Paulo José
2017-10-14
5.8
Nina
2004-01-28
7.9
Reflections of a Blender
2010-08-19
6.7
Guerra de Canudos
1997-10-03
6
Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou
2018-06-17
6
Lamarca
1994-05-01
5.2
Aperana Street 52
2012-01-20
0
Making of O Auto da Compadecida
2000-01-01
0
Câmera, Close!
2005-08-05
0
Brazilian Cinema in the 20th Century
2017-03-31
7
Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
2020-11-26
0
Olhos Livres
2021-08-22
0
Anaconda
2025-12-25
6.3
The Invisible Woman
2011-05-31
8.1
Sessão de Terapia
2012-10-01
7.9
Os Normais
2001-06-01
8.4
Lady Night
2017-04-10
7.4
Nos Tempos do Imperador
2021-08-09
7.1
The Mechanism
2018-03-23
8.6
Os Aspones
2004-11-05
8.8
Corpo a Corpo
1984-11-26
6.6
Os Maias
2001-01-09
6.7
You Were Never Alone
2021-06-29
6.6
Pedra Sobre Pedra
1992-01-06
7.5
A Próxima Vítima
1995-03-13
6.5
Tropicaliente
1994-05-16
6.1
A Indomada
1997-02-17
8.1
Força de um Desejo
1999-05-10
0
Olho no Olho
1993-09-06
10
A Comédia da Vida Privada
1994-08-03
8
Sinhá Moça
1986-04-28
9
O Auto da Compadecida
1999-01-05
10
A Invenção do Brasil
2000-04-19
0
O Sistema
2007-11-02
7.9
Miracle Hands
2010-08-10
5
Treze Dias Longe do Sol
2017-11-02
6.4
Dangerous Liaisons
2016-01-04
7.9
Os Normais
2001-06-01
6
Brava Gente
2000-12-26
6
Brava Gente
2000-12-26
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December
2008-11-21
6
December
2008-11-21
6
December
2008-11-21
6
The Clown
2011-10-28
6
The Clown
2011-10-28
6
The Movie of My Life
2017-08-03
6
December
2008-11-21
6
Drained
2006-09-27
6
Kings & Rats
2012-02-17
6
Soundtrack
2017-07-06
6
The Movie of My Life
2017-08-03
6
The Clown
2011-10-28
6
The Clown
2011-10-28
6
Quando o tempo cair
2006-08-24
6
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
2013-03-07
6
The Rogue's Trial
2024-12-25
6
The Movie of My Life
2017-08-03
6
Sessão de Terapia
2012-10-01
6
Sessão de Terapia
2012-10-01
6
O Sistema
2007-11-02
6
The Invisible Woman
2011-05-31