Selton Mello
Ator, Produção, Realização, Escrito por, Edição
30 de dezembro de 1972 (53 anos)
Selton Figueiredo Melo (born December 30, 1972) 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 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.
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.
Born 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.
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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Filmografia
| 2026 | O Auto da Compadecida 2 · as Chicó |
| 2025 | Anaconda · as Santiago |
| 2024 | Bury Your Dead · as Edgar Wilson |
| 2024 | A Dog's Will 2 · as Chicó |
| 2024 | I'm Still Here · as Rubens Paiva |
| 2023 | |
| 2021 | Nos Tempos do Imperador · as Dom Pedro Ii, Imperador Do Brasil |
| 2019 | Babenco: Tell Me When I Die · as Banquet Attendee |
| 2018 | The Mechanism · as Marco Ruffo |
| 2017 | Thirteen Days Away From The Sun · as Saulo Garcez |
| 2017 | Lino · as Lino (voice) |
| 2017 | The Movie of My Life · as Paco |
| 2017 | Soundtrack · as Cris |
| 2016 | Dangerous Liaisons (2016) · as Augusto De Valmont |
| 2015 | My Hindu Friend · as Common ManNo Plex |
| 2014 | Trash · as Frederico |
| 2013 | Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury · as Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / Jc (voice) |
| 2012 | Sessão de Terapia · as Dr. Caio Barone |
| 2012 | Billi Pig · as Wanderlei |
| 2012 | Kings & Rats · as Troy Somerset |
| 2011 | The Clown · as Benjamim / Palhaço Pangaré |
| 2011 | The Invisible Woman · as Pedro |
| 2010 | Federal · as Dani |
| 2010 | The Outlaw · as Marqués De Las Navas |
| 2010 | The Cure · as Dimas Bevilláqua |
| 2010 | Reflections of a Blender · as Liquidificador (voz) |
| 2009 | Jean Charles · as Jean Charles |
| 2009 | The Invisible Woman · as Pedro |
| 2008 | Os Desafinados · as Dico - Young |
| 2008 | The Herb of the Rat · as Ele |
| 2008 | My Name Ain't Johnny · as João Guilherme Estrella |
| 2007 | O Sistema · as Matias Cadore / Matt |
| 2007 | Sete Vidas · as Voz Do Gato |
| 2006 | Drained · as Lourenço |
| 2006 | Tarantino's Mind · as Friend #2 |
| 2005 | O Coronel e o Lobisomem · as Pernambuco Nogueira |
| 2005 | Árido Movie · as Bob |
| 2004 | Os Aspones · as Tales |
| 2004 | Nina · as Amigo De Ana |
| 2003 | Garotas do ABC · as Salesiano |
| 2003 | Lisbela and the Prisoner · as Leléu |
| 2001 | Caramuru: The Invention of Brazil · as Diogo Álvares, Caramuru |
| 2001 | To the Left of the Father · as André |
| 2001 | Os Normais · as Bernardo |
| 2001 | Os Maias · as João Da Ega |
| 2000 | Brava Gente · as Daniel |
| 2000 | A Dog's Will · as Chicó |
| 2000 | A Invenção do Brasil · as Diogo Álvares, O Caramuru |
| 1999 | Força de um Desejo · as Abelardo Silveira Sobral |
| 1999 | O Auto da Compadecida · as Chicó |
| 1998 | Mulher · as Zeca |
| 1997 | The Battle of Canudos · as Tenente Luís Da Gama |
| 1997 | Four Days in September · as César / Oswaldo |
| 1997 | A Indomada · as Emanuel Faruk |
| 1995 | |
| 1995 | The Next Victim · as Antônio Mestieri (tonico) |
| 1994 | Tropicaliente · as Vitor Velasquez |
| 1994 | Lamarca · as Ivan |
| 1993 | Olho no Olho · as João Carlos Zapata (juca) |
| 1992 | Você Decide · as Edu |
| 1992 | Pedra Sobre Pedra · as Bruno |
| 1990 | Uma Escola Atrapalhada · as Renan |
| 1986 | Sinhá Moça · as Rafael (criança) |
| 1984 | Power Play · as Ronaldo Pellegrini |
| 2026 | O Auto da Compadecida 2 · as Associate Producer |
| 2024 | A Dog's Will 2 · as Associate Producer |
| 2017 | The Movie of My Life · as Executive Producer |
| 2017 | Soundtrack · as Co-Producer |
| 2013 | Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury · as Associate Producer |
| 2012 | Sessão de Terapia · as Associate Producer |
| 2012 | Kings & Rats · as Associate Producer |
| 2011 | The Clown · as Co-Producer |
| 2008 | December · as Co-Producer |
| 2006 | Drained · as Associate Producer |
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| 2003 | Garotas do ABC · as Associate Producer |
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| 2017 | The Movie of My Life · as Screenplay |
| 2011 | The Clown · as Screenplay |
| 2008 | December · as Screenplay |
| 2006 | Quando o Tempo Cair · as Screenplay |
| 2011 | |
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| 2025 | Tributo: Francisco Cuoco · as Self |
| 2021 | |
| 2018 | Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou · as Self |
| 2017 | Todos os Paulos do Mundo · as Self |
| 2017 | Conversa com Bial · as Self |
| 2017 | Lady Night · as Self |
| 2016 | O País do Cinema · as Self |
| 2015 | Bipolar Show · as Self |
| 2015 | Papo de Segunda · as Self (2019) |
| 2014 | The Noite with Danilo Gentili · as Self |
| 2012 | O Papel da Vida · as Self |
| 2012 | Aperana Street 52 · as Self |
| 2010 | Comédia MTV · as Self |
| 2008 | CQC: Custe o Que Custar · as Self |
| 2006 | Estrelas · as Self |
| 2000 | Altas Horas · as Self |
| 2000 | Caldeirão do Huck · as Self |
| 2000 | Programa do Jô · as Self |
| 1999 | Mais Você · as Self |
| 1996 | VIP World · as Self |
| 1992 | Casseta e Planeta, Urgente! · as Self |
| 1991 | Movie Days · as Self |
| 1983 | Video Show · as Self |
| 1973 | Fantástico · as Self |
| 1973 | Globo Reporter · as Self |
| 2023 | Tá Roxeda · as Consultant |