Selton Mello

Known for ActingBorn 1972-12-30 (age 53)Passos, Minas Gerais, Brazil

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 excelled as a director. His 2011 film O Palhaço (The Clown), which explores themes of identity and purpose, received widespread acclaim and numerous awards. His second directorial work, O Filme da Minha Vida (The Movie of My Life), further showcased his storytelling ability, earning accolades at the Rome Film Festival. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Mello plays a key role in promoting Brazilian cinema internationally. With over 40 years in the industry, Selton Mello remains a significant figure, celebrated for his contributions as an actor, director, and cultural embassador.Read more

Movies & web series

Tributo: Francisco Cuoco

Sete Vidas

The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus

Power Play

A Invenção do Brasil

O Auto da Compadecida

Os Aspones

Lady Night

A Comédia da Vida Privada

Sessão de Terapia

A Dog's Will

Brava Gente

The Rogue's Trial (TV Series)

I'm Still Here

Miracle Hands

Força de um Desejo

Reflections of a Blender

Lisbela and the Prisoner

Os Normais

In the Emperor's Times

Olho no Olho

The Movie of My Life

Four Days in September

Little Missy

Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury

The Next Victim

The Clown

Os Maias

Babenco: Tell Me When I Die

Trash

Tarantino's Mind

The Mechanism

A Indomada

My Name Ain't Johnny

To the Left of the Father

December

Quando o Tempo Cair

Drained

You Were Never Alone

The Battle of Canudos

Tropicaliente

The Rogue's Trial

Dry Movie

Lino

Dangerous Liaisons

Pedra Sobre Pedra

Jean Charles

Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented