João Salaviza
DirectingAbout João Salaviza
João Salaviza (Portuguese: João Salaviza Manso Feldman da Silva; born 19 February 1984; Lisbon) is a Portuguese film director, screenwriter, editor, producer, and former actor. He is the recipient of several accolades, including the Short Film Golden Bear, the Short Film Palme d'Or, and the Un Certain Regard. João Salaviza was born on 19 February 1984, in Lisbon, Portugal. His father is José Edgar Feldman, a film director, and his mother is a producer. He studied at the Lisbon Theatre and Film School and at the Universidad del Cine de Buenos Aires, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His film Arena won the Short Film Palme d'Or at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival. In 2012, his film Rafa won the Golden Bear for Best Short Film at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival. Salaviza worked as assistant editor in Manoel de Oliveira's Eccentricities of a Blonde-haired Girl.
João Salaviza Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of João Salaviza reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of João Salaviza's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 11% of João Salaviza'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 Querença, which stands out as a key performance.
Best João Salaviza Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from João Salaviza's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie João Salaviza has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | In the Interstices of Reality or The Cinema of António de Macedo | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Portuguese Film | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Querença | Zé Manel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | When It Thunders | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | When It Thunders | Gaspar as a Child | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Da Invicta ao Sonoro | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | L'Enfant du secret | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | La leyenda de Balthasar el Castrado | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Poor George | Nuno - Jorge's Nephew | Flop | Similar → |
João Salaviza - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of João Salaviza?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring João Salaviza is "Querença" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has João Salaviza acted in?
João Salaviza has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by João Salaviza?
Other notable films include "When It Thunders", "When It Thunders", and "La leyenda de Balthasar el Castrado".