Maria Isabel de Oliveira

Acting

Freshness: Jan 29, 2026

6Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Maria Isabel de Oliveira reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Maria Isabel de Oliveira's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Maria Isabel de Oliveira remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 101, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Maria Isabel de Oliveira Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maria Isabel de Oliveira's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

★9.0

101: An exploration of the movie "The strange case of Angelica" and an understanding Manoel de Oliveira's cinema.

101

2012•Documentary

★7.5

Visit, or Memories and Confessions (2015) movie poster

★7.5

Visit, or Memories and Confessions: A long-hidden, personal doc about leaving a beloved house by the late, revered Portuguese director Manoel de Oliveira.

Visit, or Memories and Confessions

2015•Documentary

★5.6

Christopher Columbus, The Enigma (2007) movie poster

★5.6

Christopher Columbus, The Enigma: A true story of a doctor and his wife who went on a journey in order to prove that discoverer Christopher Columbus was i

Christopher Columbus, The Enigma

2007•Drama

★4.5

Nice - À propos de Jean Vigo (1983) movie poster

★4.5

Nice - À propos de Jean Vigo: Part of a series in which foreign filmmakers portray a region or town in France. Manoel de Oliveira looks at Nice.

Nice - À propos de Jean Vigo

1983•Documentary

★0.0

Oliveira, l'architecte (1993) movie poster

★0.0

Oliveira, l'architecte: Paulo Rocha catches up with his “beloved subject” in Porto, where he made Douro, Faina Fluvial in 1929, and where today

Oliveira, l'architecte

1993•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maria Isabel de Oliveira.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	The Life of Mirrors	-	Flop	Similar →
2015	Visit, or Memories and Confessions	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2012	101	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2007	Christopher Columbus, The Enigma	Sílvia (2007)	Average	Similar →
1993	Oliveira, l'architecte	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Nice - À propos de Jean Vigo	-	Flop	Similar →

Maria Isabel de Oliveira - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maria Isabel de Oliveira?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Isabel de Oliveira is "101" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Maria Isabel de Oliveira acted in?

Maria Isabel de Oliveira has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maria Isabel de Oliveira?

Other notable films include "Visit, or Memories and Confessions", "Christopher Columbus, The Enigma", and "Nice - À propos de Jean Vigo".