André Gil Mata - Actor Profile

André Gil Mata

Directing
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
7Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Birth Place: São João da Madeira, Portugal

About André Gil Mata

André Gil Mata was born in 1978. Having studied mathematics, he has worked mostly in photography, theatre and film and is one of the founders of the Portuguese photography and cinema laboratory Átomo 47. In 2009, his debut short-film WATER ARK won several awards having been shown in several international festivals, as well as his second short-film HOUSE. GRAVEDIGGER, his third short-film, won the Mèlies d'Argent and CAPTIVITY, his first feature-length documentary won the DocAlliance Award at Cannes, in 2013. Gil Mata obtained his master degree in film direction in 2012, at Lisbon Theatre and Film School and finished his PhD at Film. Factory (Sarajevo) in 2016.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of André Gil Mata reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Fantasy

The majority of André Gil Mata's filmography leans towards the Fantasy 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), André Gil Mata remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Gravedigger, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best André Gil Mata Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from André Gil Mata's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of André Gil Mata.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Calhau - Flop Similar →
2023 Tanganhom - Flop Similar →
2023 Ubu Todo o Exército Russo Flop Similar →
2023 The Damned Yard Schmar Flop Similar →
2014 Labirinto - Flop Similar →
2012 The Gravedigger - Super Hit Similar →
2011 Beard André Flop Similar →

André Gil Mata - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of André Gil Mata?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring André Gil Mata is "The Gravedigger" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has André Gil Mata acted in?

André Gil Mata has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by André Gil Mata?

Other notable films include "The Damned Yard", "Ubu", and "Tanganhom".