Modesto de Souza - Actor Profile

Modesto de Souza

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
21Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 13, 1894
Birth Place: São Miguel dos Campos, Alagoas, Brazil

Modesto de Souza Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Modesto de Souza reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Modesto de Souza's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 76% of Modesto de Souza'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 Falta Alguém no Manicômio, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Modesto de Souza Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Modesto de Souza's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Falta Alguém no Manicômio (1948) movie poster
★10.0

Falta Alguém no Manicômio:

Falta Alguém no Manicômio

1948•Comedy
★10.0
Carnaval no Fogo (1949) movie poster
★10.0

Carnaval no Fogo: A gang, leaded by the unknown and mysterious Anjo, robs a jewelry and schedules a meeting in the Copacabana Palace Hotel

Carnaval no Fogo

1949•Comedy
★9.8
Romance Proibido (1944) movie poster
★9.8

Romance Proibido: The love misadventures of a teacher, a woman who gives up living in a big city in order to teach country children how to

Romance Proibido

1944•Drama
★9.0
Gravel (1951) movie poster
★9.0

Gravel:

Gravel

1951•Drama
★9.0
Osso, Amor e Papagaios (1957) movie poster
★9.0

Osso, Amor e Papagaios: A small town is taken upside down when an inventor finds a way to turn bones into gold.

Osso, Amor e Papagaios

1957•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Modesto de Souza has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1975 Assim Era a Atlântida - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Entranced Earth Senador Hit Similar →
1967 Improvised and Purposeful: Cinema Novo Self Super Hit Similar →
1963 Entre Mulheres e Espiões - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Osso, Amor e Papagaios - Super Hit Similar →
1955 A Carrocinha Juca Miranda Hit Similar →
1955 Rio, 100 Degrees F° Proprietário da terra Hit Similar →
1955 Leonora of the Seven Seas - Average Similar →
1954 Rua sem Sol Floriano Average Similar →
1954 Carnival in Caxias - Flop Similar →
1952 Tico-Tico no Fubá Luís Super Hit Similar →
1951 Gravel - Super Hit Similar →
1949 Terra Violenta - Super Hit Similar →
1949 ... E O Mundo Se Diverte - Average Similar →
1949 Carnaval no Fogo Empregado Super Hit Similar →
1948 Obrigado, Doutor Dono do bar Super Hit Similar →
1948 Falta Alguém no Manicômio - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Cem Garotas e Um Capote Cornélio Hit Similar →
1944 Romance Proibido - Super Hit Similar →
1944 Romance de um Mordedor Mata-Sete Flop Similar →
1939 Anastácio Cachaça Super Hit Similar →

Modesto de Souza - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Modesto de Souza?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Modesto de Souza is "Falta Alguém no Manicômio" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Modesto de Souza acted in?

Modesto de Souza has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Modesto de Souza?

Other notable films include "Carnaval no Fogo", "Romance Proibido", and "Gravel".

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