Stela Freitas

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

16Total Films

8.1 Highest Rated

Born: May 18, 1954

Birth Place: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Stela Freitas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Stela Freitas'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Stela Freitas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Central Station, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Stela Freitas Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Stela Freitas's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1

★8.1

Central Station: An emotional journey of a former school teacher, who writes letters for illiterate people, and a young boy, whose mother

Central Station

1998•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Memories of Prison: In the 1930s, novelist and politician Graciliano Ramos is accused of being a communist sympathizer. He is then arrested

Memories of Prison

1984•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Heart and Guts: Financial problems in a religious school for girls force the government to interfere. While waiting in the conference ha

Heart and Guts

1982•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

The Story of Fausta: An unhappily married cleaning woman in the slums of Rio entices all the money and gifts she can out of an elderly widowe

The Story of Fausta

1988•Drama

★6.0

Manual Prático da Melhor Idade:

Manual Prático da Melhor Idade

2014•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Stela Freitas.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2014	Onde Está Você?	Carlota	Flop	Similar →
2014	Manual Prático da Melhor Idade	Carlota	Average	Similar →
2004	O Vestido	Tia Zilá	Flop	Similar →
2002	How to Die in Cinema	Herself	Average	Similar →
1998	Central Station	Yolanda	Super Hit	Similar →
1993	Vênus de Fogo	Noemi Albano	Flop	Similar →
1990	Stelinha	Secretária	Average	Similar →
1988	The Story of Fausta	-	Average	Similar →
1987	Urubus e Papagaios	Mulher do médico	Flop	Similar →
1987	After Eight... Forever	-	Flop	Similar →
1985	Com Licença, Eu Vou à Luta	-	Flop	Similar →
1984	Memories of Prison	-	Hit	Similar →
1982	Heart and Guts	Penha	Average	Similar →
1980	Anatomia do Espectador	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	Sítio do Picapau Amarelo: Memórias da Emília	Cuca	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Chiquinho Brandão: Um Sopro Vital	-	Flop	Similar →

Stela Freitas - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Stela Freitas?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Stela Freitas is "Central Station" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Stela Freitas acted in?

Stela Freitas has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Stela Freitas?

Other notable films include "Memories of Prison", "Heart and Guts", and "The Story of Fausta".