João Rui Guerra da Mata
DirectingAbout João Rui Guerra da Mata
João Rui Guerra da Mata was born in Lourenço Marques, Mozambique. He teached Art Direction at the Lisbon Film School from 2004 to 2011. In 1997 he co-starred in the short PARABÉNS!, directed by João Pedro Rodrigues, that won the Special Jury Mention at the 54th Mostra di Venezia. As an Art Director, he worked in several features and shorts, notably the ones directed by João Pedro Rodrigues, whose films he also co-scripted. This collaboration lately evolved to co-direction, namely in the shorts CHINA, CHINA (2007) – 39th Directors’ Fortnight, Cannes; Best Short Film and Audience Award, Belfort Film Festival and ALVORADA VERMELHA (2011) – Best Portuguese Short Film, IndieLisboa Film Festival; international premiere at Locarno Film Festival. O QUE ARDE CURA (2012) is his debut solo film.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of João Rui Guerra da Mata reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of João Rui Guerra da Mata'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), João Rui Guerra da Mata remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Where Is This Street? or With No Before or After, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best João Rui Guerra da Mata Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from João Rui Guerra da Mata's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of João Rui Guerra da Mata.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Where Is This Street? or With No Before or After | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Where Do You Stand Now, João Pedro Rodrigues? | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Here in Lisbon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | L'oiseau de la nuit | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Mahjong | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Last Time I Saw Macao | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Portuguese Film | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | O Fantasma | Police 2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Happy Birthday! | Francisco | Flop | Similar → |
João Rui Guerra da Mata - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of João Rui Guerra da Mata?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring João Rui Guerra da Mata is "Where Is This Street? or With No Before or After" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has João Rui Guerra da Mata acted in?
João Rui Guerra da Mata has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by João Rui Guerra da Mata?
Other notable films include "The Last Time I Saw Macao", "O Fantasma", and "Here in Lisbon".