Selton Mello
Selton Mello

Selton Mello

Born: December 30, 1972 (53 years)
Passos, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Selton Figueiredo Melo, known as Selton Mello (born December 30, 1972) one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences. Born in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he gained acclaim with films such as Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) and O Auto da Compadecida (A Dog’s Will). The latter remains a cultural classic, with Mello’s role as Chicó highlighting his comedic timing and depth. Mello’s versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse filmography, including Meu Nome Não É Johnny (My Name Ain’t Johnny)* and Jean Charles, a poignant portrayal of a Brazilian immigrant’s tragic story. In Ainda Estou Aqui (I’m Still Here), directed by Walter Salles, Mello delivered a powerful performance as Rubens Paiva, a congressman disappeared during Brazil’s military dictatorship. Beyond acting, Mello has excelled as a director. His 2011 film O Palhaço (The Clown), which explores themes of identity and purpose, received widespread acclaim and numerous awards. His second directorial work, O Filme da Minha Vida (The Movie of My Life), further showcased his storytelling ability, earning accolades at the Rome Film Festival. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Mello plays a key role in promoting Brazilian cinema internationally. With over 40 years in the industry, Selton Mello remains a significant figure, celebrated for his contributions as an actor, director, and cultural embassador.

Movies Directed (5)
TV Shows Directed (3)
Movies as Actor (48)
La Perra

La Perra

as Duda

May 18, 2026

Anaconda

Anaconda

as Santiago

Dec 24, 2025

Bury Your Dead

Bury Your Dead

as Edgar Wilson

Oct 30, 2025

Tributo: Francisco Cuoco

Tributo: Francisco Cuoco

as Self

Jun 6, 2025

The Rogue's Trial

The Rogue's Trial

as Chicó

Dec 25, 2024

I'm Still Here

I'm Still Here

as Rubens Paiva

Sep 19, 2024

The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus

The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus

Jan 30, 2023

Babenco: Tell Me When I Die

Babenco: Tell Me When I Die

as Banquet Attendee

Nov 26, 2020

Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou

Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou

as Self

Jun 17, 2018

Lino

Lino

as Lino (voice)

Sep 7, 2017

The Movie of My Life

The Movie of My Life

as Paco

Aug 3, 2017

Soundtrack

Soundtrack

as Cris

Jul 6, 2017

My Hindu Friend

My Hindu Friend

as Common Man

Mar 3, 2016

Trash

Trash

as Frederico

Oct 9, 2014

Diário de Novas Lembranças

Diário de Novas Lembranças

as Narrator

Sep 27, 2014

Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury

Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury

as Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / JC (voice)

Mar 7, 2013

Billi Pig

Billi Pig

as Wanderlei

Mar 2, 2012

Kings & Rats

Kings & Rats

as Troy Somerset

Feb 17, 2012

Aperana Street 52

Aperana Street 52

as Self

Jan 20, 2012

The Clown

The Clown

as Benjamim / Palhaço Pangaré

Oct 28, 2011

Federal

Federal

as Dani

Oct 29, 2010

Lope: The Outlaw

Lope: The Outlaw

as Marqués de las Navas

Sep 3, 2010

Reflections of a Blender

Reflections of a Blender

as Liquidificador (voz)

Aug 19, 2010

Jean Charles

Jean Charles

as Jean Charles

Jun 26, 2009

The Herb of the Rat

The Herb of the Rat

as Ele

Jun 10, 2009

The Invisible Woman

The Invisible Woman

as Pedro

Jun 5, 2009

Slightly Out of Tune

Slightly Out of Tune

as Dico - young

Aug 29, 2008

My Name Ain't Johnny

My Name Ain't Johnny

as João Guilherme Estrella

Jan 4, 2008

Sete Vidas

Sete Vidas

as voz do Gato

Aug 28, 2007

Drained

Drained

as Lourenço

Sep 27, 2006

Tarantino's Mind

Tarantino's Mind

as Friend #2

Jan 4, 2006

O Coronel e o Lobisomem

O Coronel e o Lobisomem

as Pernambuco Nogueira

Oct 1, 2005

Câmera, Close!

Câmera, Close!

as Himself

Aug 5, 2005

Dry Movie

Dry Movie

as Bob

Apr 14, 2005

Nina

Nina

as Amigo de Ana

Jan 28, 2004

Girls from ABC

Girls from ABC

as Salesiano

Dec 18, 2003

Lisbela and the Prisoner

Lisbela and the Prisoner

as Leléu

Aug 22, 2003

Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented

Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented

as Diogo Álvares, Caramuru

Nov 9, 2001

To the Left of the Father

To the Left of the Father

as André

Oct 29, 2001

A Dog's Will

A Dog's Will

as Chicó

Sep 15, 2000

Making of O Auto da Compadecida

Making of O Auto da Compadecida

Jan 1, 2000

The Battle of Canudos

The Battle of Canudos

as Tenente Luís da Gama

Oct 3, 1997

Four Days in September

Four Days in September

as César / Oswaldo

Oct 1, 1997

Lamarca

Lamarca

as Ivan

May 1, 1994

Uma Escola Atrapalhada

Uma Escola Atrapalhada

as Renan

Jun 29, 1990

The Alienist

The Alienist

as Simão Bacamarte

I Don’t Even Know Who I Was

I Don’t Even Know Who I Was

Zero K

Zero K