Selton Mello
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.
The Invisible Woman
(Pedro)
Four Days in September
(César / Oswaldo)
A Dog's Will 2
(Chicó)
A Dog's Will
(Chicó)
Dry Movie
(Bob)
Drained
(Lourenço)
Jean Charles
(Jean Charles)
O Coronel e o Lobisomem
(Pernambuco Nogueira)
To the Left of the Father
(André)
Federal
(Dani)
My Name Ain't Johnny
(João Guilherme Estrella)
Lisbela and the Prisoner
(Leléu)
Caramuru: The Invention of Brazil
(Diogo Álvares, Caramuru)
The Herb of the Rat
(Ele)
Slightly Out of Tune
(Dico - young)
I'm Still Here
(Rubens Paiva)
The Clown
(Benjamin / Palhaço Pangaré)
Bury Your Dead
(Edgar Wilson)
Uma Escola Atrapalhada
(Renan)
Lope: The Outlaw
(Marqués de las Navas)
Billi Pig
(Wanderlei)
Kings & Rats
(Troy Somerset)
Tarantino's Mind
(Friend #2)
Trash
(Frederico)
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
(Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / JC (voice))
The Movie of My Life
(Paco)
My Hindu Friend
(Common Man)
Garotas do ABC
(Salesiano)
The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus
Soundtrack
(Cris)
Lino
(Lino (voice))
All Paulos in the World - Paulo José
(Self)
Nina
(Amigo de Ana)
Reflections of a Blender
(Liquidificador (voz))
Guerra de Canudos
(Tenente Luís da Gama)
Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou
(Self)
Lamarca
(Ivan)
Aperana Street 52
(Self)
Making of O Auto da Compadecida
Câmera, Close!
(Himself)
Brazilian Cinema in the 20th Century
(Narrator)
Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
(Banquet Attendee)
Olhos Livres
(arquivo)
Anaconda
The Invisible Woman
(Pedro)
Sessão de Terapia
(Dr. Caio Barone)
Os Normais
(Nilo)
Lady Night
(Self)
Nos Tempos do Imperador
(Dom Pedro II, Imperador do Brasil)
The Mechanism
(Marco Ruffo)
Os Aspones
(Tales)
Corpo a Corpo
(Ronaldo Pellegrini)
Os Maias
(João da Ega)
You Were Never Alone
(Self)
Pedra Sobre Pedra
(Bruno)
A Próxima Vítima
(Antônio Mestieri (Tonico))
Tropicaliente
(Vitor Velasquez)
A Indomada
(Emanuel Faruk)
Força de um Desejo
(Abelardo Silveira Sobral)
Olho no Olho
(João Carlos Zapata (Juca))
A Comédia da Vida Privada
Sinhá Moça
(Rafael (criança))
A Invenção do Brasil
(Diogo Álvares, o Caramuru)
O Auto da Compadecida
(Chicó)
O Sistema
(Matias Cadore / Matt)
Miracle Hands
(Dimas Bevilláqua)
Treze Dias Longe do Sol
(Saulo Garcez)
Dangerous Liaisons
(Augusto de Valmont)
Os Normais
(Bernardo)
December
(Editor)
December
(Director)
December
(Screenplay)
The Clown
(Director)
The Clown
(Screenplay)
The Movie of My Life
(Director)
December
(Co-Producer)
Drained
(Associate Producer)
Kings & Rats
(Associate Producer)
Soundtrack
(Co-Producer)
The Movie of My Life
(Writer)
The Movie of My Life
(Executive Producer)
The Clown
(Co-Producer)
The Clown
(Editor)
Quando o tempo cair
(Director)
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
(Associate Producer)
A Dog's Will 2
(Associate Producer)
Sessão de Terapia
(Associate Producer)
Sessão de Terapia
(Director)
O Sistema
(Director)
The Invisible Woman
(Director)