Fernanda Montenegro - Actor Profile

Fernanda Montenegro

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
9.7 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 16, 1929
Birth Place: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About Fernanda Montenegro

Arlette Pinheiro Monteiro Torres CRB • GCONM • COCS • OMC (Rio de Janeiro, October 16, 1929), better known as Fernanda Montenegro, is a Brazilian actress and writer. She is often referred to as "the grand dame of Brazilian dramaturgy" and "the greatest actress in the history of Brazil" for her extensive work in cinema, theater and television. Internationally recognized, Fernanda was the first Brazilian to win the International Emmy in the best actress category for her performance in Doce de Mãe (2013), in addition to winning a Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival and receiving nominations for Golden Globe and Academy Award for best actress for her work in Central do Brasil (1998), being the first Latin American, Portuguese-speaking and Brazilian woman to be nominated in this category.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Fernanda Montenegro reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Fernanda Montenegro'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 88% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Fernanda Montenegro remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tributo: Fernanda Montenegro, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Fernanda Montenegro Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Fernanda Montenegro's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Fernanda Montenegro.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Milton Bituca Nascimento Narrator (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2025 Vitória Nina Super Hit Similar →
2024 The Rogue's Trial Compadecida (uncredited) Hit Similar →
2024 Tributo: Fernanda Montenegro Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 I'm Still Here Eunice Paiva (Older) Super Hit Similar →
2024 Tributo: Laura Cardoso Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 Fernanda e Nathalia - Amigas de uma Vida - Hit Similar →
2022 Maria: Ninguém Sabe Quem Sou Eu Narrator Hit Similar →
2021 70 Anos Esta Noite - Super Hit Similar →
2021 Emicida: AmarElo – Ao Vivo Self Super Hit Similar →
2020 Gilda, Lúcia and The Goat Gilda Hit Similar →
2020 Emicida: AmarElo - It's All for Yesterday Self Super Hit Similar →
2020 Babenco: Tell Me When I Die Banquet Attendee Hit Similar →
2019 O Juízo Marta Amarantes Hit Similar →
2019 Mercy Carminha Average Similar →
2019 Invisible Life Older Eurídice Gusmão Super Hit Similar →
2019 Lina Bo Bardi — A Marvelous Entanglement Lina Bo Bardi Super Hit Similar →
2018 The Asphalt Kiss Dona Matilde Hit Similar →
2017 Asdrúbal Trouxe o Trombone - Average Similar →
2017 Silêncio no Estúdio Self Average Similar →
2017 All Paulos in the World - Paulo José - Hit Similar →
2017 Guarnieri Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2016 Rio 2016 Olympic Opening Ceremony: A New World Self (Only Voice) Hit Similar →
2016 Sergio Britto – O Mestre dos Palcos Self Hit Similar →
2015 Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Hoje é Dia de Maria - O Filme Madastra Super Hit Similar →
2014 Childhood Dona Mocinha Super Hit Similar →
2014 Good Luck Célia Hit Similar →
2013 Time and the Wind Bibiana Terra Cambará (idosa) Hit Similar →
2012 Sweet Mother Dona Picucha (Maria Izabel de Souza) Super Hit Similar →
2012 The Lady from Estacio Zulmira Hit Similar →
2011 Cena Secreta - Super Hit Similar →
2009 Paulo Gracindo - O Bem Amado Self Average Similar →
2008 O Natal do Menino Imperador Narração Hit Similar →
2007 Love in the Time of Cholera Transito Ariza Hit Similar →
2006 A Meeting with Milton Santos Narradora Super Hit Similar →
2006 Adolfo Celi, a Man for Two Worlds Self Hit Similar →
2005 The House of Sand Dona Maria / Áurea (1942-1969) / Maria (1969) Hit Similar →
2005 The Peddler's Backpack Self Average Similar →
2004 Redeemer D. Isaura Hit Similar →
2004 Olga Leocádia Prestes Hit Similar →
2004 The Other Side of the Street Regina Average Similar →
2000 A Dog's Will Nossa Senhora Super Hit Similar →
1999 Treason Mulher no bar / Mãe de Dagmar Hit Similar →
1998 Central Station Isadora "Dora" Teixeira Super Hit Similar →
1997 Four Days in September Dona Margarida Super Hit Similar →
1991 The Flash and Crash Days - Super Hit Similar →
1989 Fire and Passion Rainha do castelo Super Hit Similar →
1985 Hour of the Star Madame Carlota Hit Similar →
1981 They Don't Wear Black Tie Romana Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Deceased Zulmira Hit Similar →

Fernanda Montenegro - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Fernanda Montenegro?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fernanda Montenegro is "Tributo: Fernanda Montenegro" with a rating of 9.7/10.

How many movies has Fernanda Montenegro acted in?

Fernanda Montenegro has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Fernanda Montenegro?

Other notable films include "Tributo: Laura Cardoso", "Cena Secreta", and "Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Hoje é Dia de Maria - O Filme".