Cast & creator
Selton Mello
Best known for The Next Victim, Little Missy, Força de um Desejo
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.
Also known as: Selton Figueiredo Melo
70
film credits
37
television credits
80
1981–2026 · acting roles
6.9
average across scored titles
Signature credits
Known for
Across film & television
Filmography (107)
Showing 107 of 107 credits
The Next Victim
Antônio Mestieri (Tonico)
1995
Little Missy
Rafael (criança)
1986
Força de um Desejo
Abelardo Silveira Sobral
1999
A Indomada
Emanuel Faruk
1997
Brava Gente
Daniel
2000Brava Gente
Sardinha
2000
Power Play
Ronaldo Pellegrini
1984
Pedra Sobre Pedra
Bruno
1992
Lady Night
Self
2017
In the Emperor's Times
Dom Pedro II, Imperador do Brasil
2021
Tropicaliente
Vitor Velasquez
1994
Olho no Olho
João Carlos Zapata (Juca)
1993
Sessão de Terapia
Dr. Caio Barone
2012Sessão de Terapia
Director
2012Sessão de Terapia
Associate Producer
2012
Anaconda
Santiago
2025
O País do Cinema
Self
2016
Os Maias
João da Ega
2001
I'm Still Here
Rubens Paiva
2024
The Mechanism
Marco Ruffo
2018
A Dog's Will
Chicó
2000
Trash
Frederico
2014
A Comédia da Vida Privada
1994
Braço de Ferro
Raimundo
1983
O Auto da Compadecida
Chicó
1999
Os Normais
Nilo
2001Os Normais
Bernardo
2001
The Rogue's Trial (TV Series)
Chicó
2026The Rogue's Trial (TV Series)
Associate Producer
2026
Miracle Hands
Dimas Bevilláqua
2010
Os Aspones
Tales
2004
Treze Dias Longe do Sol
Saulo Garcez
2017
Dangerous Liaisons
Augusto de Valmont
2016Zero K
The Invisible Woman
Pedro
2011The Invisible Woman
Director
2011
You Were Never Alone
Self
2021
Four Days in September
César / Oswaldo
1997
Drained
Lourenço
2006Drained
Associate Producer
2006
The Invisible Woman
Pedro
2009
La Perra
Duda
2026Dona Santa
Sidney
1981
To the Left of the Father
André
2001
Nina
Amigo de Ana
2004
A Invenção do Brasil
Diogo Álvares, o Caramuru
2000
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / JC (voice)
2013Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
Associate Producer
2013
The Rogue's Trial
Chicó
2024The Rogue's Trial
Associate Producer
2024
Tá Roxeda
Art Department Coordinator
2023
Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
Banquet Attendee
2020
Lino
Lino (voice)
2017
The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus
2023
My Name Ain't Johnny
João Guilherme Estrella
2008
Reflections of a Blender
Liquidificador (voz)
2010
The Clown
Benjamim / Palhaço Pangaré
2011The Clown
Director
2011The Clown
Screenplay
2011The Clown
Co-Producer
2011The Clown
Editor
2011
O Sistema
Matias Cadore / Matt
2007O Sistema
Director
2007
Câmera, Close!
Himself
2005
Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented
Diogo Álvares, Caramuru
2001
The Movie of My Life
Paco
2017The Movie of My Life
Director
2017The Movie of My Life
Executive Producer
2017The Movie of My Life
Screenplay
2017
Lope: The Outlaw
Marqués de las Navas
2010
Guerra de Canudos - Minissérie
Tenente Luís da Gama
1997
Tarantino's Mind
Friend #2
2006
Sete Vidas
voz do Gato
2007
December
Editor
2008December
Director
2008December
Screenplay
2008December
Co-Producer
2008
Quando o Tempo Cair
Director
2006Quando o Tempo Cair
Screenplay
2006Quando o Tempo Cair
Producer
2006Quando o Tempo Cair
Editor
2006
Making of O Auto da Compadecida
2000
My Hindu Friend
Common Man
2016
O Coronel e o Lobisomem
Pernambuco Nogueira
2005
Uma Escola Atrapalhada
Renan
1990
Kings & Rats
Troy Somerset
2012Kings & Rats
Associate Producer
2012
The Herb of the Rat
Ele
2009I Don’t Even Know Who I Was
Soundtrack
Cris
2017Soundtrack
Co-Producer
2017
Girls from ABC
Salesiano
2003
Billi Pig
Wanderlei
2012
Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou
Self
2018
The Battle of Canudos
Tenente Luís da Gama
1997
Slightly Out of Tune
Dico - young
2008
The Alienist
Simão Bacamarte
The Alienist
Director
Jean Charles
Jean Charles
2009
Bury Your Dead
Edgar Wilson
2025
Dry Movie
Bob
2005
Federal
Dani
2010
Aperana Street 52
Self
2012
Lamarca
Ivan
1994
Tributo: Francisco Cuoco
Self
2025
Diário de Novas Lembranças
Narrator
2014
Lisbela and the Prisoner
Leléu
2003