Maria Padilha
ActingAbout Maria Padilha
Maria Padilha Gonçalves, (Rio de Janeiro, May 8, 1960), is a Brazilian actress. She is an actress, theatrical producer and founder of the Personal Awakening group. She began her career as an actress acting in children's plays. He made numerous works in the theater, cinema and television and was cover of the magazine Playboy in March of 1994. In the TV stood out in novels of Globe Network like Water Viva, Mico Preto, The Owner of the World, Bad Angel, The Cravo and the Rose , Women in Love and Side by Side.
Maria Padilha Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Maria Padilha reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Maria Padilha's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Maria Padilha'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 Histórias de Alice, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Maria Padilha Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maria Padilha's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Maria Padilha has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Chá Revelação | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Doce Família | Verônica | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Rio de Topless | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Honest Candidate 2 | Mariza Valente | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | A Escola do Escândalo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Histórias de Alice | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | País do Desejo | Roberta | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Praça Saens Peña | Teresa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Zoando na TV | Maria Lúcia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Belly Up | Helena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Saturday | Magda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Boca | Maria Luiza | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Os Bigodes da Aranha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Boca de Ouro | Maria Luiza | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Land | Christina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vento Sul | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Marquesa de Santos | Dona Maria Leopoldina, a Imperatriz do Brasil | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Heart and Guts | Estudante | Average | Similar → |
Maria Padilha - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Maria Padilha?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Padilha is "Histórias de Alice" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Maria Padilha acted in?
Maria Padilha has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Maria Padilha?
Other notable films include "Saturday", "Praça Saens Peña", and "Boca de Ouro".