Vasco Santana
ActingAbout Vasco Santana
Vasco António Rodrigues Santana was a Portuguese actor, one of the most renowned of the classical era of Portuguese cinema. He already had a long career in theatre when he played the main character in the first Portuguese sound film, A Canção de Lisboa, in 1933. He starred in about one dozen films.
Vasco Santana Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Vasco Santana reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Vasco Santana's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Vasco Santana'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 Courtyard of the Ballads, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Vasco Santana Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vasco Santana's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Vasco Santana has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Lisbon | Customer at Fado's House | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | O Dinheiro dos Pobres | Marcos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | O Costa d'África | Costa, Amadeu's uncle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | O Comissário de Polícia | Rolinho - deputy commissioner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Eram Duzentos Irmãos | Fernão Mentes Minto | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | O Zé já não é Analfabeto | Zé Analfabeto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | O Zé Analfabeto Faz Exame | Zé Analfabeto | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | O Zé Analfabeto nos CTT | Zé Analfabeto | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | O Zé Analfabeto na Vida Corrente | Zé Analfabeto | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | O Zé Analfabeto e o Trânsito | José Vasco (Speaker) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | O Zé Analfabeto e o Trânsito | Zé Analfabeto | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Confissões de um Analfabeto | Zé Analfabeto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Ribatejo | Colorau | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Fado, a Singer's Story | Joaquim Marujo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Camões | Mal-Cozinhado | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Courtyard of the Ballads | Narciso | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Tyrannical Father | Mestre José Santana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Famalicão | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | A Song of Lisbon | Vasco Leitão | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Via Áurea | Manuel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Lisbon, Anecdotal Chronicle | - | Average | Similar → |
Vasco Santana - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vasco Santana?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vasco Santana is "The Courtyard of the Ballads" with a rating of 8.6/10.
How many movies has Vasco Santana acted in?
Vasco Santana has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vasco Santana?
Other notable films include "A Song of Lisbon", "O Costa d'África", and "The Tyrannical Father".