Jairo Ferreira

Directing

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

16Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 24, 1945

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jairo Ferreira 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 Jairo Ferreira'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jairo Ferreira remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Orgy or The Man Who Gave Birth, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jairo Ferreira Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jairo Ferreira's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

Orgy or The Man Who Gave Birth (1970) movie poster

★9.0

Orgy or The Man Who Gave Birth: A countryman kills his father and heads for the big city. On his way, he meets the most bizarre and allegorical types: a

Orgy or The Man Who Gave Birth

1970•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Movie Dementia: Transposition of the myth of Faust to modern Brazil. The heir to a bankrupt cigarette factory, amidst a personal crisis,

Movie Dementia

1986•Fantasy

★6.1

★6.1

Buccaneer Soul: 50 years of Brazilian history seen from the point of view of a friendship among two intellectuals.

Buccaneer Soul

1993•Comedy

★6.0

The Vampire of the Cinematheque (1976) movie poster

★6.0

The Vampire of the Cinematheque: As filmmaker Jairo Ferreira shoots his life and friends in Super 8mm he also becomes the vampire of the Cinemateca Brasi

The Vampire of the Cinematheque

1976•Documentary

★5.9

The Woman Who Invented Love (1980) movie poster

★5.9

The Woman Who Invented Love: Doralice is a simple minded woman romantically fascinated by marriage. However, when she is raped by a butcher, a friend

The Woman Who Invented Love

1980•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jairo Ferreira.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	11 and a Half Questions to Julio Calasso	Self (Archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
2003	Candeias: Da Boca pra Fora	-	Flop	Similar →
2003	O Galante Rei da Boca	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2001	A Bela e os Pássaros	-	Flop	Similar →
1993	Buccaneer Soul	-	Average	Similar →
1992	O Vigilante	-	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Beauties of Billings	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	Movie Dementia	-	Average	Similar →
1981	The Option	-	Average	Similar →
1980	The Woman Who Invented Love	-	Average	Similar →
1980	O Insigne-Ficante	-	Flop	Similar →
1976	The Vampire of the Cinematheque	-	Average	Similar →
1972	Corrida em Busca do Amor	-	Flop	Similar →
1970	O Pornógrafo	-	Flop	Similar →
1970	The Awakening of the Beast	-	Average	Similar →
1970	Orgy or The Man Who Gave Birth	-	Super Hit	Similar →

Jairo Ferreira - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jairo Ferreira?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jairo Ferreira is "Orgy or The Man Who Gave Birth" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Jairo Ferreira acted in?

Jairo Ferreira has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jairo Ferreira?

Other notable films include "Movie Dementia", "Buccaneer Soul", and "The Vampire of the Cinematheque".