
Mário Carneiro
CameraAbout Mário Carneiro
Mário Carneiro (Île de France, Paris, France, 1930 — Rio de Janeiro, September 2, 2007), was a Brazilian director of photography, painter, engraver, architect and filmmaker.
Mário Carneiro Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mário Carneiro reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mário Carneiro's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Mário Carneiro'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 Iluminados, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mário Carneiro Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mário Carneiro's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mário Carneiro has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | A Luz de Mario Carneiro | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Memórias do Grupo Opinião | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Cinema Novo | Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Iluminados | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | City of Festivals | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Glauber Rocha - The Movie, Brazil's Labyrinth | Self / Interviewee | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Banda de Ipanema — Folia de Albino | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Dib | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Memória Viva | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Visita ao Presidente | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Abertura | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | La sorcière de Crans | - | Flop | Similar → |
Mário Carneiro - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mário Carneiro?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mário Carneiro is "Iluminados" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Mário Carneiro acted in?
Mário Carneiro has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mário Carneiro?
Other notable films include "Dib", "Memória Viva", and "Cinema Novo".



