Déa Selva - Actor Profile

Déa Selva

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
11Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated
Born: May 18, 1917
Birth Place: Quipapá, Pernambuco, Brazil

About Déa Selva

Déa Selva, artistic name of Jandyra Berard Câmara Cazarré (Quipapá, May 18, 1917 – Rio de Janeiro, April 10, 1993), was a Brazilian theater and film actress of great prominence in national cinema during the 1930s, remembered mainly for her performance in Ganga Bruta, by Humberto Mauro.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Déa Selva reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Déa Selva's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Déa Selva remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rough Gang, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Déa Selva Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Déa Selva's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8
Rough Gang (1933) movie poster
★6.8

Rough Gang: A man kills his wife on their wedding night, after discovering she had been unfaithful. After being acquitted, he moves

Rough Gang

1933•Drama
★5.0
Um Apólogo (1939) movie poster
★5.0

Um Apólogo: An adaptation of Machado de Assis' eponymous short story, preceded by a short telling of the author's life and works.

Um Apólogo

1939•Comedy
★5.0
Birds Without a Nest (1939) movie poster
★5.0

Birds Without a Nest: An orphan is sent to a reformatory where the inmates receive an extremely repressive education. While visiting the place

Birds Without a Nest

1939•Drama
★0.0
Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional (1997) movie poster
★0.0

Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional: "Portraits and excerpts from Brazilian films from all times. Actors, directors and images that affirm cinema."

Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional

1997•Documentary
★0.0
Bonequinha de Seda (1936) movie poster
★0.0

Bonequinha de Seda: A poor woman passes herself as singer that just arrives from Frances and becames a sensation on Rio de Janeiro's high so

Bonequinha de Seda

1936•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Déa Selva.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1997 Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional Self Flop Similar →
1956 Depois Eu Conto Jovina Flop Similar →
1949 A Escrava Isaura Malvina Flop Similar →
1941 Blue Sky Guiomar Flop Similar →
1939 Anastácio Paula Flop Similar →
1939 Um Apólogo - Flop Similar →
1939 Birds Without a Nest Vitória Flop Similar →
1937 The King's Jester Elisa Flop Similar →
1936 Bonequinha de Seda Neta Flop Similar →
1936 João Ninguém - Flop Similar →
1933 Rough Gang Sonia Hit Similar →

Déa Selva - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Déa Selva?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Déa Selva is "Rough Gang" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Déa Selva acted in?

Déa Selva has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Déa Selva?

Other notable films include "Um Apólogo", "Birds Without a Nest", and "Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional".