Paulo Rocha
DirectingAbout Paulo Rocha
Paulo Rocha was born on December 22, 1935 in Porto, Portugal. He was a director and producer, known for A Ilha dos Amores (1982), O Rio do Ouro (1998) and A Raiz do Coração(2000). He died on December 29, 2012 in Porto. Abandoned Lisbon Law School to dedicate himself to the movies, and founded Cine-Clube de Lisboa (CCC) with Nuno de Bragança, João Bénard da Costa, Pedro Tamen and Alberto Vaz da Silva. In 1962, concluded his studies at IDHEC, Paris, France, but he says he learned more watching time and again Jean Renoir and 'Kenzo Mizoguchi' films than in academic film studies
Paulo Rocha Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paulo Rocha reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paulo Rocha's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Paulo Rocha'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 The Satin Slipper, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paulo Rocha Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paulo Rocha's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paulo Rocha has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Life of Mirrors | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Around Rocha’s Table | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | If I Were a Thief... I'd Steal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Encontros | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Lisboa no Cinema, Um Ponto de Vista | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | On the Edge of the Horizon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Sound of the Shaking Earth | Hostel Doorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Three Less Me | The Melomaniac | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Passagem ou a Meio Caminho | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Satin Slipper | Premier Prête | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Ilha de Moraes | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Island of Loves | Camilo Pessanha | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Francisca | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
Paulo Rocha - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paulo Rocha?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paulo Rocha is "The Satin Slipper" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Paulo Rocha acted in?
Paulo Rocha has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paulo Rocha?
Other notable films include "Francisca", "The Sound of the Shaking Earth", and "Lisboa no Cinema, Um Ponto de Vista".