Selton Mello
47 movies · 27 TV shows
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Dec 30, 1972 (age 53)
- Place of birth
- Passos, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Also known as
- Selton Figueiredo Melo
Biography
Selton Figueiredo Melo, known as Selton Mello (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.
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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.
Known for
Selton Mello: movies and TV shows
Acting (71)
- Upcoming The Alienist
as Simão Bacamarte
- Upcoming
- Upcoming
- 2026 La Perra
as Duda
- 2026
- 2025 Anaconda
as Santiago
- 2025 Bury Your Dead
as Edgar Wilson
- 2024 The Rogue's Trial
as Chicó
- 2024 I'm Still Here
as Rubens Paiva
- 2023
- 2021
- 2020 Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
as Banquet Attendee
- 2018
- 2017
- 2017 Lino
as Lino (voice)
- 2017 The Movie of My Life
as Paco
- 2017 Soundtrack
as Cris
- 2016 My Hindu Friend
as Common Man
- 2016
- 2014 Trash
as Frederico
- 2014 Diário de Novas Lembranças
as Narrator
- 2013 Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
as Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / JC (voice)
- 2012
- 2012 Billi Pig
as Wanderlei
- 2012 Kings & Rats
as Troy Somerset
- 2011 The Clown
as Benjamim / Palhaço Pangaré
- 2011
- 2010 Federal
as Dani
- 2010 Lope: The Outlaw
as Marqués de las Navas
- 2010 Reflections of a Blender
as Liquidificador (voz)
- 2010
- 2009 Jean Charles
as Jean Charles
- 2009 The Herb of the Rat
as Ele
- 2009 The Invisible Woman
as Pedro
- 2008 Slightly Out of Tune
as Dico - young
- 2008 My Name Ain't Johnny
as João Guilherme Estrella
- 2007
- 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 Dry Movie
as Bob
- 2004
- 2004 Nina
as Amigo de Ana
- 2003 Girls from ABC
as Salesiano
- 2003 Lisbela and the Prisoner
as Leléu
- 2001 Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented
as Diogo Álvares, Caramuru
- 2001 To the Left of the Father
as André
- 2001
- 2001
- 2000
- 2000 A Dog's Will
as Chicó
- 2000
- 2000
- 1999
- 1999
- 1997
- 1997 The Battle of Canudos
as Tenente Luís da Gama
- 1997 Four Days in September
as César / Oswaldo
- 1997
- 1995
- 1994
- 1994
- 1994 Lamarca
as Ivan
- 1993
- 1992
- 1990 Uma Escola Atrapalhada
as Renan
- 1986
- 1984
- 1983
- 1981
Behind the camera (15)
- Upcoming The Alienist
Director
- 2026
- 2024 The Rogue's Trial
Associate Producer
- 2023 Tá Roxeda
Art Department Coordinator
- 2017 The Movie of My Life
Director, Executive Producer, Screenplay
- 2017 Soundtrack
Co-Producer
- 2013 Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
Associate Producer
- 2012
- 2012 Kings & Rats
Associate Producer
- 2011 The Clown
Screenplay, Director, Co-Producer, Editor
- 2011
- 2008 December
Editor, Director, Screenplay, Co-Producer
- 2007
- 2006 Drained
Associate Producer
- 2006 Quando o Tempo Cair
Director, Screenplay, Producer, Editor
Talk shows and appearances (7)
- 2025
- 2021 You Were Never Alone
7 episodes
- 2018
- 2017 Lady Night
1 episode
- 2016 O País do Cinema
1 episode
- 2012
- 2005