Fernanda Montenegro
Arlette Pinheiro Monteiro Torres CRB • GCONM • COCS • OMC (Rio de Janeiro, October 16, 1929), better known as Fernanda Montenegro, is a Brazilian actress and writer. She is often referred to as "the grand dame of Brazilian dramaturgy" and "the greatest actress in the history of Brazil" for her extensive work in cinema, theater and television. Internationally recognized, Fernanda was the first Brazilian to win the International Emmy in the best actress category for her performance in Doce de Mãe (2013), in addition to winning a Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival and receiving nominations for Golden Globe and Academy Award for best actress for her work in Central do Brasil (1998), being the first Latin American, Portuguese-speaking and Brazilian woman to be nominated in this category.
Fernanda Montenegro films playing now in Athens
Fernanda Montenegro filmography
Old Bandits
as Marta
The Circular Universe – Jocy de Oliveira
as Self
Vitória
as Nina
Milton Bituca Nascimento
as Narrator (voice)
Films to Die For
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
I'm Still Here
as Eunice Paiva (Older)
Tributo: Fernanda Montenegro
as Self
The Rogue's Trial
as Compadecida (archive footage)
Tributo: Laura Cardoso
as Self
Fernanda e Nathalia - Amigas de uma Vida
2023
Helô
as Self
Maria: Ninguém Sabe Quem Sou Eu
as Narrator
70 Anos Esta Noite
2021
Emicida: AmarElo – Ao Vivo
as Self
Zimba
as Self (archive footage)
Desire Machine: 60 Years of Teatro Oficina
as Self
Emicida: AmarElo - It's All for Yesterday
as Self
Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
as Banquet Attendee
Gilda, Lúcia and The Goat
as Gilda
Invisible Life
as Older Eurídice Gusmão
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Who is Fernanda Montenegro?+
Fernanda Montenegro is a renowned Brazilian actress and writer widely recognized as the 'grande dame' of Brazilian dramaturgy, with a career spanning over seven decades across stage, television, and film.
What is Fernanda Montenegro known for?+
She is celebrated for her profound performances in films such as Central Station, A Dog's Will, and The Hour of the Star, and she made history as the first Brazilian to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress.
What is the significance of Fernanda Montenegro in Brazilian culture?+
She is widely considered the greatest actress in the history of Brazil, representing a foundational bridge between the Golden Age of Brazilian theater and contemporary screen performance.
