Fernanda Montenegro

Fernanda Montenegro

Arlette Pinheiro Monteiro Torres CRB • GCONM • COCS • OMC (Rio de Janeiro, October 16, 1929), better known as Fernanda Montenegro, is a Brazilian actress and writer. She is often referred to as “the grand dame of Brazilian dramaturgy” and “the greatest actress in the history of Brazil” for her extensive work in cinema, theater and television.

Internationally recognized, Fernanda was the first Brazilian to win the International Emmy in the best actress category for her performance in Doce de Mãe (2013), in addition to winning a Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival and receiving nominations for Golden Globe and Academy Award for best actress for her work in Central do Brasil (1998), being the first Latin American, Portuguese-speaking and Brazilian woman to be nominated in this category.

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Fernanda Montenegro Movies

Discover the best Fernanda Montenegro movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Fernanda Montenegro ranked by year and score.

1

A Dog’s Will (2000)

Comedy Drama Fantasy
In the sun-baked backlands of northeastern Brazil, two broke and quick-witted drifters named João Grilo and Chicó survive by their wits and their nerve, running cons on neighbors, priests, and...
Score 8.4
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Central Station (1998)

Drama
Dora makes her living at Rio de Janeiro's bustling central station, scribbling letters for people who cannot read or write, and rarely bothering to mail them. When a young boy...
Score 8.1

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