Maria João Luís - Actor Profile

Maria João Luís

Acting
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
25Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 30, 1964
Birth Place: Lisbon, Portugal

Maria João Luís Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Maria João Luís reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Maria João Luís's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 36% of Maria João Luís's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Bobô, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Maria João Luís Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maria João Luís's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Bobô (2013) movie poster
★10.0

Bobô: Sofia lives a strangely isolated life in the old apartment where she grew up in Lisbon. Mariama arrives from Guinea-Biss

Bobô

2013•Drama
★8.0
Cinerama (2010) movie poster
★8.0

Cinerama: Humberto hanged himself. Catarina, Paulo and Victor want the company where Humberto used to work for to take responsibil

Cinerama

2010•Drama
★7.4
Camarate (2001) movie poster
★7.4

Camarate: In 1980, a small plane carrying the Prime Minister, the Defense Minister and six others crashed during takeoff in Camara

Camarate

2001•Drama
★7.0
Side Effects (2011) movie poster
★7.0

Side Effects: Side Effects is the story of a woman who's not afraid to believe that happiness is not only possible but the only truth

Side Effects

2011•Drama
★6.8
The State I Am In (2001) movie poster
★6.8

The State I Am In: Clara and Hans are left-wing terrorists who have been sought by police for almost fifteen years. Their increasingly rebe

The State I Am In

2001•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Maria João Luís has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Acts of Cinema - Flop Similar →
2016 Ainda Não Acabámos: Como Se Fosse Uma Carta - Flop Similar →
2016 Game of Checkers Ana Flop Similar →
2014 Casanova Variations Aunt Flop Similar →
2013 Bobô Sofia's Mother Super Hit Similar →
2012 Em Câmara Lenta Laurence Flop Similar →
2011 Side Effects Laura Hit Similar →
2010 The Beauty and the Paparazzo Sofia Hit Similar →
2010 Cinerama - Super Hit Similar →
2010 Directo Dulce Flop Similar →
2007 Lobos Ivone Flop Similar →
2007 O Capacete Dourado Professora Azinheira Average Similar →
2003 A Mulher que Acreditava Ser Presidente dos EUA Fifth Comite Lady Flop Similar →
2002 Crónica Feminina Branca Flop Similar →
2001 Camarate Luisa Hit Similar →
2001 The State I Am In Concierge Hit Similar →
2000 Lourdes - Hit Similar →
2000 Bad Voice of Cathy (voice) Flop Similar →
1998 Traffic Antónia Suzette Almeida, the sculptor Flop Similar →
1993 Here on Earth Isabel (voice) Average Similar →
1993 Light Traps Laura Flop Similar →
1993 The End of the World Alda Hit Similar →
1993 Poor George Helena (voice) Flop Similar →
1992 No Dia dos Meus Anos - Average Similar →
1991 Alex Aunt Hit Similar →

Maria João Luís - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maria João Luís?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria João Luís is "Bobô" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Maria João Luís acted in?

Maria João Luís has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maria João Luís?

Other notable films include "Cinerama", "Camarate", and "Side Effects".

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