Selton Mello

Biography

Selton Figueiredo Melo, known as Selton Mello (born December 30, 1972) one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences. Born in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he gained acclaim with films such as Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) and O Auto da Compadecida (A Dog’s Will). The latter remains a cultural classic, with Mello’s role as Chicó highlighting his comedic timing and depth. Mello’s versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse filmography, including Meu Nome Não É Johnny (My Name Ain’t Johnny)* and Jean Charles, a poignant portrayal of a Brazilian immigrant’s tragic story. In Ainda Estou Aqui (I’m Still Here), directed by Walter Salles, Mello delivered a powerful performance as Rubens Paiva, a congressman disappeared during Brazil’s military dictatorship. Beyond acting, Mello has exc…

Movies & TV Shows

1. Anaconda (2025) — Santiago
2. A Dog's Will (2000) — Chicó
3. I'm Still Here (2024) — Rubens Paiva
4. Trash (2014) — Frederico
5. Lisbela and the Prisoner (2003) — Leléu
6. My Name Ain't Johnny (2008) — João Guilherme Estrella
7. The Invisible Woman (2009) — Pedro
8. The Clown (2011) — Benjamim / Palhaço Pangaré
9. Drained (2006) — Lourenço
10. Four Days in September (1997) — César / Oswaldo
11. The Mechanism (2018) — Marco Ruffo
12. The Rogue's Trial (2024) — Chicó
13. Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented (2001) — Diogo Álvares, Caramuru
14. The Movie of My Life (2017) — Paco
15. O Auto da Compadecida (1999) — Chicó
16. Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury (2013) — Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / JC (voice)
17. Reflections of a Blender (2010) — Liquidificador (voz)
18. Lino (2017) — Lino (voice)
19. Jean Charles (2009) — Jean Charles
20. To the Left of the Father (2001) — André
21. O Coronel e o Lobisomem (2005) — Pernambuco Nogueira
22. Os Normais (2001) — Nilo
23. Tarantino's Mind (2006) — Friend #2
24. The Battle of Canudos (1997) — Tenente Luís da Gama
25. Lope: The Outlaw (2010) — Marqués de las Navas
26. Federal (2010) — Dani
27. Uma Escola Atrapalhada (1990) — Renan
28. My Hindu Friend (2016) — Common Man
29. The Next Victim (1995) — Antônio Mestieri (Tonico)
30. Nina (2004) — Amigo de Ana
31. Girls from ABC (2003) — Salesiano
32. Babenco: Tell Me When I Die (2020) — Banquet Attendee
33. Billi Pig (2012) — Wanderlei
34. Soundtrack (2017) — Cris
35. Os Maias (2001) — João da Ega
36. Dry Movie (2005) — Bob
37. The Herb of the Rat (2009) — Ele
38. Slightly Out of Tune (2008) — Dico - young
39. Lamarca (1994) — Ivan
40. Os Aspones (2004) — Tales

Directed

1. The Clown (2011) — Director
2. The Movie of My Life (2017) — Director
3. December (2008) — Director
4. Sessão de Terapia (2012) — Director
5. The Invisible Woman (2011) — Director
6. O Sistema (2007) — Director
7. Quando o Tempo Cair (2006) — Director
8. The Alienist — Director