Nelson Motta - Actor Profile

Nelson Motta

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
31Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 29, 1944
Birth Place: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

About Nelson Motta

Nelson Cândido Motta Filho ORB (São Paulo, October 29, 1944) is a Brazilian journalist, composer, writer, screenwriter, music producer, playwright, and lyricist.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nelson Motta reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Nelson Motta'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nelson Motta remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Os Afro-Sambas: The Brazil of Baden and Vinicius, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nelson Motta Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nelson Motta's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nelson Motta.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Viva Marília Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2024 Tributo: Boni Self Hit Similar →
2024 Nas Ondas de Dorival Caymmi Self Flop Similar →
2024 Os Afro-Sambas: The Brazil of Baden and Vinicius Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 Elis & Tom: It Had to be You Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 Erasmo 80 Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2018 Som, Sol & Surf - Saquarema Self Flop Similar →
2017 Gabeira Self Flop Similar →
2017 Serguei - The Last Psychedelic Ele mesmo Flop Similar →
2017 Chocante Himself Flop Similar →
2017 Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas Self Flop Similar →
2015 Rock in Rio 30 Anos Self Flop Similar →
2015 André Midani - An Insider’s Story Of Brazilian Music Self Flop Similar →
2014 Éramos Todos Loucos Self Flop Similar →
2012 Raul: O Início, o Fim e o Meio Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 Jorge Mautner: Son of the Holocaust Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2012 Agamenon: The Film Self Flop Similar →
2010 A Night in 67 Self Hit Similar →
2010 Caro Francis - Flop Similar →
2009 Dzi Croquettes Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 Loki: Arnaldo Baptista Self Hit Similar →
2009 Simonal: No One Knows How Tough It Was Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 Jards Macalé - Um Morcego na Porta Principal Self Flop Similar →
2007 Cartola: The Samba Legend - Super Hit Similar →
2005 Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova Self Super Hit Similar →
1993 Maldito Popular Brasileiro: Arnaldo Dias Baptista Self Flop Similar →
1982 The Secret of the Mummy - Flop Similar →
1978 O Bom Marido - Flop Similar →
1974 Álbum de Música Self Flop Similar →
1971 O Som Alucinante - Flop Similar →
N/A Rei da Noite - Flop Similar →

Nelson Motta - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nelson Motta?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nelson Motta is "Os Afro-Sambas: The Brazil of Baden and Vinicius" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Nelson Motta acted in?

Nelson Motta has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nelson Motta?

Other notable films include "Simonal: No One Knows How Tough It Was", "Elis & Tom: It Had to be You", and "Dzi Croquettes".