Orlando Senna - Actor Profile

Orlando Senna

Directing
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
31Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 25, 1940
Birth Place: Lençóis, Bahia, Brasil

About Orlando Senna

Orlando Sales de Senna (Lençóis, April 25, 1940) is a Brazilian filmmaker, writer and journalist.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Orlando Senna reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Orlando Senna'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Orlando Senna remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Filhos de João, O Admirável Mundo Novo Baiano, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Orlando Senna Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Orlando Senna's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Orlando Senna.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 A Última Vanguarda Self Flop Similar →
2021 O Amor Dentro da Câmera Self Flop Similar →
2020 Candango: Memoirs from a Festival Self Flop Similar →
2019 Santiago das Américas ou o Olho do Terceiro Mundo himself Flop Similar →
2019 Sol da Bahia Voz Flop Similar →
2018 O Outro Lado da Memória Self Flop Similar →
2016 Cinema Novo Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2015 Cordilheiras no Mar: A Fúria do Fogo Bárbaro Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 Bahia SCI-FI Ele mesmo Flop Similar →
2013 Sinais de Cinza, A Peleja de Olney Contra o Dragão da Maldade - Super Hit Similar →
2012 Cego Aderaldo - O Cantador e o Mito - Flop Similar →
2012 The Screenwriter Himself Super Hit Similar →
2011 Ser Tão Cinzento Ele mesmo Flop Similar →
2011 Filhos de João, O Admirável Mundo Novo Baiano Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 O Artesão de Sonhos - Flop Similar →
2007 Anabazys: O Terceiro Testamento de Glauber Rocha - Flop Similar →
2007 O Guarani Ele mesmo Super Hit Similar →
2006 O Sol - Caminhando contra o vento Self Flop Similar →
2006 Depois do Transe Self Flop Similar →
2005 Once Upon a Time There Was Iracema - Flop Similar →
2005 Tempo Glauber - Flop Similar →
2004 Retrato da Terra Ele mesmo Flop Similar →
2004 Vladimir Carvalho, Conterrâneo Velho de Guerra Ele mesmo Flop Similar →
2003 Glauber Rocha - The Movie, Brazil's Labyrinth Self / Interviewee Average Similar →
2001 O Cinema Segundo Vladimir Carvalho Self Flop Similar →
1987 Memória Viva - Flop Similar →
1976 Iracema Pilot (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1975 Gitirana Santana Flop Similar →
1970 Caveira My Friend - Flop Similar →
1962 Tocaia no Asfalto Convidado na festa Average Similar →
1961 A Grande Feira Frequentador da Gafieira Super Hit Similar →

Orlando Senna - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Orlando Senna?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Orlando Senna is "Filhos de João, O Admirável Mundo Novo Baiano" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Orlando Senna acted in?

Orlando Senna has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Orlando Senna?

Other notable films include "A Grande Feira", "The Screenwriter", and "Cordilheiras no Mar: A Fúria do Fogo Bárbaro".