Elis Regina
ActingAbout Elis Regina
Elis Regina was a Brazilian singer of popular and jazz music. She became nationally renowned in 1965, after singing "Arrastão" in the first edition of TV Excelsior's festival song contest, and soon joined O Fino da Bossa, a television program on TV Record. Elis was noted for her vocalization, as well as for her personal interpretation and performances in shows. She recorded several successful compositions throughout her entire career. Her death, at the age of 36, shocked Brazil. She has frequently been regarded as the greatest Brazilian singer of all time by critics, musicians, and commentators.
Elis Regina Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Elis Regina reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Elis Regina's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Elis Regina'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 O Som Alucinante, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Elis Regina Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Elis Regina's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Elis Regina has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ritas | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Elis & Tom: It Had to be You | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Jair Rodrigues - Let Them Talk | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Belchior: Just a Wild Heart | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Transversal do Tempo | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Adoniran - Meu Nome é João Rubinato | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Amigo Arrigo | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Mussum: Um Filme do Cacildis | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | O Fabuloso Zé Rodrix | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Tropicália | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Clara | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Simonal: No One Knows How Tough It Was | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Rita Lee - Biograffiti: Cor de Rosa Choque | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Elis Regina: Na Batucada da Vida | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Elis Regina: Doce de Pimenta | Herself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Elis Regina: Falso Brilhante | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Phono 73: A Country and its Music | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Milton Nascimento - A Sede do Peixe | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | As nascentes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | ABC of a Strike | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Linha de Montagem | Self (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Vinicius para Criança: A Arca de Noé | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Elis Regina Carvalho Costa | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Mulher 80 | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Elis Regina: Teatro Villaret, Lisboa | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | O Gesto, a Festa, a Mensagem - Dois Mil Anos de Teatro | Intérprete do Samba Enredo - Capital Federal, de Flávio Rangel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sonho de Glória | Self (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Elis Regina: MPB Especial | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | O Som Alucinante | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Girl from Ipanema | Self (cantando 'Noite dos Mascarados') | Average | Similar → |
Elis Regina - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Elis Regina?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elis Regina is "O Som Alucinante" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Elis Regina acted in?
Elis Regina has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Elis Regina?
Other notable films include "Jair Rodrigues - Let Them Talk", "O Gesto, a Festa, a Mensagem - Dois Mil Anos de Teatro", and "Belchior: Just a Wild Heart".