Maria Zilda Bethlem - Actor Profile

Maria Zilda Bethlem

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
18Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 20, 1951
Birth Place: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About Maria Zilda Bethlem

Maria Zilda Bethlem Bastos (Rio de Janeiro, October 20, 1951) is a Brazilian actress and producer.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Maria Zilda Bethlem reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Maria Zilda Bethlem'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Maria Zilda Bethlem remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Minha Vida Em Suas Mãos, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Maria Zilda Bethlem Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maria Zilda Bethlem's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Minha Vida Em Suas Mãos (2001) movie poster
★8.0

Minha Vida Em Suas Mãos: After being fired from his job and have his unemployment insurance money robbed, a young man decides to become a robber

Minha Vida Em Suas Mãos

2001•Drama
★7.7
Dzi Croquettes (2009) movie poster
★7.7

Dzi Croquettes: A Brazilian theatre group that through talent, irony and humour confronted the Brazilian violent dictatorship in the 197

Dzi Croquettes

2009•Documentary
★6.2
Stories Our Cinema Did (Not) Tell (2017) movie poster
★6.2

Stories Our Cinema Did (Not) Tell: Filled with raunchy laughs, this documentary compiles outrageous scenes from sex-comedies that shaped Brazil's "pornocha

Stories Our Cinema Did (Not) Tell

2017•Documentary
★6.0
Dores de Amores (2013) movie poster
★6.0

Dores de Amores: A couple face problems because he can no longer have sex with her. Always charged due to the lack of lust, he feels incr

Dores de Amores

2013•Drama
★5.2
Bete Balanço (1984) movie poster
★5.2

Bete Balanço: A small town girl, who's an aspiring singer, tries to make a living out of music in the big city of Rio de Janeiro.

Bete Balanço

1984•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maria Zilda Bethlem.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Boy - Flop Similar →
2020 O Filme da Minha Vida - Flop Similar →
2017 Stories Our Cinema Did (Not) Tell arquivo Average Similar →
2013 Dores de Amores Mãe Average Similar →
2009 Dzi Croquettes Self Super Hit Similar →
2001 Minha Vida Em Suas Mãos Júlia Super Hit Similar →
2000 I Didn't Know Tururu Rose Flop Similar →
1997 The Naked Man Marieta Flop Similar →
1993 Vagas para Moças de Fino Trato Madalena Flop Similar →
1987 Rádio Pirata Cristina Lemos Flop Similar →
1986 Cida, a Gata Roqueira - Flop Similar →
1984 Mirror of Flesh Leila Assunção Flop Similar →
1984 Bete Balanço Bia Flop Similar →
1982 The Secret of the Mummy - Flop Similar →
1980 The Intruder Juliana Flop Similar →
1980 O Grande Palhaço - Flop Similar →
1979 Parceiros da Aventura Vizinha de Lucinha Flop Similar →
1979 I Killed Lucio Flavio Abused girl Flop Similar →

Maria Zilda Bethlem - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maria Zilda Bethlem?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Zilda Bethlem is "Minha Vida Em Suas Mãos" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Maria Zilda Bethlem acted in?

Maria Zilda Bethlem has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maria Zilda Bethlem?

Other notable films include "Dzi Croquettes", "Stories Our Cinema Did (Not) Tell", and "Dores de Amores".