Ventura

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

11Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Portugal

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ventura reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ventura'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ventura remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Colossal Youth, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ventura Movies Ranked

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

★7.3

★7.3

Colossal Youth: After the Portuguese government demolishes his slum and relocates him to a housing project on the outskirts of Lisbon, 7

Colossal Youth

2006•Drama

★7.2

★7.2

Horse Money: While the young captains lead the revolution in the streets, the people of Fontainhas search for Ventura, lost in the wo

Horse Money

2014•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Sweet Exorcist: A participant in a coup d'état by young commissioned officers, Ventura loses his way within the woods. Eventually, Ventu

Sweet Exorcist

2012

★6.7

★6.7

Vitalina Varela: A Cape Verdean woman navigates her way through Lisbon, following the scanty physical traces her deceased husband left be

Vitalina Varela

2019•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Historic Centre: Four voices and their visions of Guimarães, cradle city of the Portuguese nation and European Capital of Culture in 2012

Historic Centre

2012•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ventura.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2019	Vitalina Varela	-	Hit	Similar →
2014	Horse Money	Ventura	Hit	Similar →
2012	Historic Centre	Ventura	Average	Similar →
2012	Sweet Exorcist	Ventura	Hit	Similar →
2012	Alto Cutelo	Ventura	Flop	Similar →
2010	Our Man	-	Average	Similar →
2007	Memories	(segment "The Rabbit Hunters")	Average	Similar →
2007	The State of the World	(segment "Tarrafal")	Flop	Similar →
2007	The Rabbit Hunters	Ventura	Average	Similar →
2007	Tarrafal	-	Flop	Similar →
2006	Colossal Youth	Ventura	Hit	Similar →

Ventura - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ventura?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ventura is "Colossal Youth" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Ventura acted in?

Ventura has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ventura?

Other notable films include "Horse Money", "Sweet Exorcist", and "Vitalina Varela".