Carlos Lyra
SoundAbout Carlos Lyra
Carlos Eduardo Lyra Barbosa (Rio de Janeiro, May 11, 1933 – Rio de Janeiro, December 16, 2023) was a Brazilian singer, composer and guitarist. Along with Roberto Menescal, he was one of the young figures of bossa nova. It was part of a more activist bossa nova, proposing the return of the rhythm to its roots in samba.
Carlos Lyra Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Carlos Lyra reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Carlos Lyra's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Carlos Lyra's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains JK – O Menino que Sonhou um País, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Carlos Lyra Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Carlos Lyra's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Carlos Lyra has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Entre a Lei e a Luta | Carlos Lyra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Garoto - Vivo Sonhando | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Memórias do Grupo Opinião | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | André Midani - An Insider’s Story Of Brazilian Music | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Dossiê Jango | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Travessia | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bossa Nova: the sound that seduced the world | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Vinicius de Moraes | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | MPB dos Tempos da Repressão | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | JK – O Menino que Sonhou um País | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Laurindo Almeida, Muito Prazer | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Nos Tempos da Vaselina | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Sign of Scorpio | Eduardo | Average | Similar → |
Carlos Lyra - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Carlos Lyra?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carlos Lyra is "JK – O Menino que Sonhou um País" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Carlos Lyra acted in?
Carlos Lyra has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Carlos Lyra?
Other notable films include "Entre a Lei e a Luta", "Dossiê Jango", and "Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova".