Selma Egrei

Selma Egrei

Born: March 16, 1949
in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Selma Egrei Moretti Faro Silva (São Paulo, March 16, 1949) is a Brazilian actress. Throughout her career, she has received several awards, including two APCA Awards, an Extra Award, and a Mambembe Award, in addition to receiving nominations for two Shell Awards.

Due to her beauty, she was one of the favorite actresses of Fauzi Mansur, Cláudio Cunha, J. Marreco, John Doo and Jean Garret, a time when Brazilian cinema, to escape political censorship, opted for pornochanchada. However, in the hands of Walter Hugo Khouri, with whom she made four films, her talent would reveal itself.

Movies for Selma Egrei...

Port-au-Prince
Title: Port-au-Prince
Character: Bertha
Released: September 5, 2023
Type: Movie
Bertha is a widow and lives alone on an isolated farm in the mountains of Santa Catarina. Beginning to face difficulties in keeping the property running, Bertha is under pressure from her son who wants her to move in with him in an upscale neighborhood of Florianópolis. Upon learning of the arrival of a group of Haitians in Santa Catarina, Bertha decides to bring the Haitian Bastide to work and live with her, fueling her son's hostility. The coexistence transforms the working relationship between Bertha and Bastide into a sincere friendship between two people from different cultures who share common ideas and feelings.
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Paterno
Title: Paterno
Character: Lígia
Released: June 14, 2022
Type: Movie
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Title: Pantanal
Character: Mariana Novaes
Released: March 28, 2022
Type: TV
After the mysterious disappearance of his father, Joventino, the cowboy José Leôncio becomes a wealthy farm owner in Pantanal. Over twenty years have passed and, bitter-hearted because of his father vanishing and the escape of his wife to Rio de Janeiro with his baby, José Leôncio has the chance to make amends with the boy, now a young man raised in the big city with very different values and habits than his own.
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Title: Genesis
Character: Rebeca
Released: January 19, 2021
Type: TV
The story of the first 2,300 years of humanity and recounts events exclusively from that period. The plot begins by giving us a greater understanding of why we exist and how we turned from perfection to imperfection. The origin of all social and racial problems is there at the beginning of everything, when via one decision a human being who only knew good and enjoyed it so much also chose to know evil.
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Title: Hebe
Character: Ignês Capuono
Released: December 13, 2019
Type: TV
Between comings and goings in time, over 8 decades, the story of a poor country girl who fulfills the dream of becoming a great star, always in search of her truth.
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Title: Hebe
Character: Ignês Capuano
Released: December 13, 2019
Type: TV
Between comings and goings in time, over 8 decades, the story of a poor country girl who fulfills the dream of becoming a great star, always in search of her truth.
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Hebe
Title: Hebe
Released: September 26, 2019
Type: Movie
Hebe Camargo is one of the most emblematic entertainments in Brazil. At her 60s, she went on to control her own career and, despite the criticism, the dreadful husband and the powerful and sexist bosses, she revealed herself to the public as an extraordinary woman, capable of overcoming any personal or professional crisis.
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Title: Apocalipse
Character: Verônica Montana
Released: November 21, 2017
Type: TV
A mysterious and spiritual portrayal of one of the most intense and controversial stories in the Holy Bible: the end of the world.
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Querida Mamãe
Title: Querida Mamãe
Character: Ruth
Released: October 11, 2017
Type: Movie
Dear Mom centers on the conflictive relationship between Heloisa, a recently divorced doctor, and her mother Ruth. Heloisa blames Ruth for her bad relationship with her own daughter, her failed marriage, and even her unsuccessful career. It’s a conflict that worsens when Ruth, after being diagnosed with cancer, finds out that Heloisa has fallen in love with Leda, a painter she met at the hospital where she works. The new relationship is not well accepted by her family, let alone by Ruth, which worsens the friction between them.
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Solidão 22B
Title: Solidão 22B
Character: Aurora
Released: September 13, 2017
Type: Movie
Two lonely sad women, an old one and a young poet, meet as neighbours in the last day of the year.
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Punch the Clock
Title: Punch the Clock
Character: Senadora
Released: September 24, 2016
Type: Movie
In a forgotten corner of the vast Brazilian bureaucracy, a psychotic boss uses a time machine to enslave his lazy employees and increase productivity.
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Pitanga
Title: Pitanga
Character: Self
Released: September 23, 2016
Type: Movie
This documentary investigates the aesthetic, political and existential trajectory of emblematic Black Brazilian actor Antônio Pitanga. His career spans over five decades, and he has worked with iconic Brazilian filmmakers Glauber Rocha, Cacá Diegues and Walter Lima Jr. He was a prominent figurehead and outspoken activist during the Brazilian dictatorship, a period of unrest in Brazilian cinema. "Pitanga" deep dives into the world of Antônio and the history of Brazil. The documentary was directed by his daughter Camila Pitanga, one of widely recognised faces in Brazilian television and cinema right now. The film is also a poem, and a tender ode to fatherhood.
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Trago Comigo
Title: Trago Comigo
Character: Madalena
Released: June 16, 2016
Type: Movie
Telmo is a retired theater director that realizes he doesn't remember the time he spent kept in jail during the military dictatorship in Brazil. He decides to stage a play and, with threads of memory, he improvises the lines with his young cast. Telmo dives into his own history and ends up revealing for himself what, being so painful, he'd rather forget.
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The Devil's Scarab
Title: The Devil's Scarab
Character: Dona Dulce
Released: April 14, 2016
Type: Movie
A series of crimes against redheads scares the people from a little town. After the death of his brother, the 13 year old Alberto decides to investigate what is happening and is helped by the experienced but forgetful Inspector Pimentel.
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Title: Velho Chico
Character: Encarnação de Sá Ribeiro
Released: March 14, 2016
Type: TV
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Title: Happily Ever After?
Character: Norma Drummond
Released: January 26, 2015
Type: TV
When the mysterious call girl Danny Bond comes on the scene, a crime of passion changes forever the lives of all involved. Who will the victim be? And the villain? After all, in a story so full of secrets and infidelity, who can get away with it to live happily ever after?
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The Way He Looks
Title: The Way He Looks
Character: Avó Maria
Released: April 10, 2014
Type: Movie
Leonardo is a blind teenager dealing with an overprotective mother while trying to live a more independent life. To the disappointment of his best friend, Giovana, he plans to go on an exchange program abroad. When Gabriel, a new student in town, arrives at their classroom, new feelings blossom in Leonardo making him question his plans.
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Mazzaropi
Title: Mazzaropi
Character: Self
Released: October 8, 2013
Type: Movie
A documentary on the life and work of Amácio Mazzaropi, a phenomenon of popularity and profitability of Brazilian cinema.
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Os Amigos
Title: Os Amigos
Character: Toy store owner
Released: August 21, 2013
Type: Movie
Théo goes to the funeral of his childhood best friend. Then, memories return.
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Vitrola
Title: Vitrola
Released: March 18, 2013
Type: Movie
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Title: Sessão de Terapia
Character: Dora
Released: October 1, 2012
Type: TV
Set in an office of a psychoanalyst, the series follows the professional and personal day-to-day work of therapist Theo. Displayed daily, each episode of the plot is marked by the story of one of his patients, and the last episode of the week will always bring an assessment of Theo's by his supervisor Dora.
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Augustas
Title: Augustas
Character: Ma Ruth
Released: January 20, 2012
Type: Movie
On mythical Augusta Street, in San Paulo (Brazil), a journalist who seeks answers for his angst dives into the world of prostitution and neo-Shamanism rituals.
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Title: The Illusionist
Character: Consolação Paranhos
Released: July 12, 2011
Type: TV
The illusionist is mysterious, captivating and mesmerizes all those around him. But is he really a swindler or a man with extraordinary powers? This fascinating telenovela tells the story of seductive Herculano Quintanilha, who exerts significant influence over his great love Amanda, the Hayalla family and his friends. These and other enigmas can be found in The Illusionist, a telenovela where seduction is the great secret.
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Astral City: A Spiritual Journey
Title: Astral City: A Spiritual Journey
Character: Mãe de André Luiz
Released: September 3, 2010
Type: Movie
The selfish Dr. André Luiz dies and awakes in the limbo called "Umbral". After a painful period in the gruesome swamp, he is rescued and brought in a white light to "Nosso Lar" (meaning "Our Home"). He finds a place of harmony, where people live in peace awaiting
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Title: Tempos Modernos
Character: Tamara Palumbo
Released: January 11, 2010
Type: TV
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Title: A Favorita
Character: Dulce Porto
Released: June 2, 2008
Type: TV
Donatela and Flora, two friends who became rivals. One of them committed a homicide and pretends to be innocent. There are two versions for the same story. Who, after all, is telling the truth? Donatela or Flora?
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The Ballroom
Title: The Ballroom
Character: Falecida
Released: November 25, 2007
Type: Movie
An evening in an old time dance hall in Sao Paulo introduces us to local characters who reminisce about the past, wonder about the future, have fun, flirt, fight and, of course, dance. Its earthy humour and eternal themes of ageing, loneliness and desire is an antidote to grumpy old men and women everywhere.
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The Sign of the City
Title: The Sign of the City
Character: Celeste
Released: September 29, 2007
Type: Movie
Teca, a late-night radio show host, uses her astrological skills to help listeners who call in for advice. But her own life feels empty and lonely. One day she makes the acquaintance of her handsome new neighbour, Gil, only to find out he is married.
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Title: Um Só Coração
Character: Olívia Guedes Penteado
Released: January 6, 2004
Type: TV
The story takes place between the 1920s and 1950s in Greater São Paulo. Going through historical moments, such as the Week of Modern Art, the Revolution of 1924, the economic crisis of 1929 and the Vargas Era, there is the story of Yolanda Penteado, a young woman from a traditional family of São Paulo's high society, who arouses admirations to go through. She had never been easily involved with any other admirer until she meets Martim, a young medical student who catches her eye. However, he was an advocate of the anarchist movement, causing disapproval of Yolanda's mother, Guiomar, but the two will fight to get together, even with the disapproval of the family.
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Title: A, E, I, O... Urca
Character: Denise, a solitária do Cassino
Released: June 24, 1990
Type: TV
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Title: Colônia Cecília
Character: Gina
Released: July 31, 1989
Type: TV
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Sonhos de Menina Moça
Title: Sonhos de Menina Moça
Character: Angélica
Released: September 10, 1988
Type: Movie
Iolanda, a widow who is the matriarch of a large and complicated family, is the hostess of a large party in a mansion that brings back many memories. The celebration is marked by a barbecue with lots of gossip and fun among old friends.
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Title: Memórias de um Gigolô
Character: Valentina
Released: July 14, 1986
Type: TV
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Elite Devassa
Title: Elite Devassa
Character: Marina
Released: October 29, 1984
Type: Movie
Theodoro, a country boy goes to São Paulo from Florianópolis to work as a driver. He starts to work for rich and domineering Mariana. When her husband, Renato travels in Europe on business, he takes her for a trip to Campos do Jordão, where she has a vacation manor. It will not be long until the two begin a torrid love affair. However, he also enchants with her daughter, Ana Paula and sister, Luisa. Involved with all three, he discovers that his life may be in danger, because he finds out that two previous family drivers, Alfredo and Renato were killed in the house.
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Naked Star
Title: Naked Star
Character: Renée
Released: January 1, 1984
Type: Movie
An aspiring actress is hired to dub a recently deceased movie star in an upcoming erotic thriller. As the recording sessions go on, the voice actress finds herself slowly being influenced by the dead star’s presence.
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Tchau, Amor
Title: Tchau, Amor
Character: Yara
Released: June 11, 1983
Type: Movie
An unemployed radio worker obsessed with suicide meets a rich brat.
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O Paraíso Proibido
Title: O Paraíso Proibido
Released: August 28, 1981
Type: Movie
Celso Felix, a successful radio broadcaster in the metropolis, is disillusioned with his everyday life and leaves his wife and children to live in a small beach town on the brazilian coast.
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Eros, the God of Love
Title: Eros, the God of Love
Released: August 21, 1981
Type: Movie
A man explores the process of formation of sexuality and is looking for a woman that does not exist.
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Act of Violence
Title: Act of Violence
Character: Tania
Released: April 6, 1981
Type: Movie
Antônio Nunes is sentenced to 30 years in jail, after having killed a woman, and becomes known as ripper of women. Infatuated Tânia begins to visit him frequently and hires a lawyer to try to take him out.
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Sex, Your Only Weapon
Title: Sex, Your Only Weapon
Character: Marta
Released: February 24, 1981
Type: Movie
Marta, a young blind woman, visits Humberto and his family at their expansive estate. Her presence begins to fray relations between family members as she prolongs her stay.
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Strange Force
Title: Strange Force
Released: September 11, 1980
Type: Movie
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Mulheres do Cais
Title: Mulheres do Cais
Released: December 11, 1979
Type: Movie
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A Strange Love Story
Title: A Strange Love Story
Released: September 20, 1979
Type: Movie
A young woman, a teacher in a countryside school, has affairs with boys and girls.
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Adultério Por Amor
Title: Adultério Por Amor
Character: Natália
Released: May 14, 1979
Type: Movie
The middle-class housewife Natália and her husband Guido Rossi have been married for three years unsuccessfully trying to have a baby. Their best friends are Flora and Guido's partner Jorge that have three children. Guido refuses to be submitted to clinical examination while Natália secretly submits and finds that she is healthy. Natália loves Guido but feels that their marriage is near to the end. When Natália travels to Poços de Caldas with Flora to rest for a couple of days, she meets the student Gustavo and decides to have one night stand with him to get pregnant and save her marriage. Seven months later, Gustavo finds Natália and blackmails her, forcing the future mother to take an ultimate decision.
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O Coronel e o Lobisomem
Title: O Coronel e o Lobisomem
Released: March 19, 1979
Type: Movie
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Daughters of Fire
Title: Daughters of Fire
Character: Silvia
Released: November 17, 1978
Type: Movie
A young woman living in São Paulo goes to Gramado to visit a friend of hers. Together, they meet an odd woman who engages in strange experiences in parapsychology. From then on, bizarre events are bound to happen.
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Devil Nymphs
Title: Devil Nymphs
Released: May 24, 1978
Type: Movie
Two hitchhiking young women involve the men who give them a lift in a game of sex, telepathy and death.
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Nos Embalos de Ipanema
Title: Nos Embalos de Ipanema
Character: Bia
Released: January 1, 1978
Type: Movie
Toquinho is a young man living in Marechal Hermes, a poor neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, together with his widow mother and a younger sister. Although he is poor, he is also ambitious, and wants to change his life. He spends all his time on the beach, at Arpoador, Ipanema, where he dreams to become a famous surfer. Besides, he usually finds Patricia there, a rich and liberated young woman, whom he likes a lot. To impress Patricia and satisfy some of her wishes, he lets himself be seduced by André, a gay guy who, in return for his sexual favors, promises him a trip to Hawaii for a surf championship.
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Emmanuelle Tropical
Title: Emmanuelle Tropical
Released: December 1, 1977
Type: Movie
A sophisticated couple opens their marriage to new erotic adventures.
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A Casa das Tentações
Title: A Casa das Tentações
Released: September 29, 1977
Type: Movie
Saul and Mônica return to São Paulo after three years and find his family's colonial mansion abandoned, inhabited only by his old nanny, Bá, and his brother, Domício.
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Gente Fina é Outra Coisa
Title: Gente Fina é Outra Coisa
Character: Íris
Released: September 26, 1977
Type: Movie
Tadeu, a poor lad from the Northeast of Brazil, comes to Rio de Janeiro to try his luck. His good looks and education win him the favor of rich people. In his spare time, he becomes the favorite among lonely and rich ladies. Soon he gets involved in trouble.
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Hallelujah Gretchen
Title: Hallelujah Gretchen
Released: November 1, 1976
Type: Movie
A German family moves to a small town in the interior of the state of Paraná, Brazil, and buys a hotel there, which soon becomes sort of a meeting point for Nazi sympathizers.
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O Poderoso Machão
Title: O Poderoso Machão
Released: May 24, 1976
Type: Movie
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The Desire
Title: The Desire
Character: Ana Maria
Released: July 18, 1975
Type: Movie
Widowed one year ago, Eleonora, a 33-year-old woman from Sao Paulo's upper bourgeoisie, lives alone, unsuited to her husband's absence, an intellectual frustrated and torn between the need for transcendence and a strong sexual compulsion. The life of the couple, although not happy, was intense. However, the presence of her a long-time friend Ana Maria, just arrived from Paris, a middle-class university student, is staying at his house. The two go to the site of Eleonora and she remembers her life with Marcelo and his death by drowning.
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O Jeca Macumbeiro
Title: O Jeca Macumbeiro
Character: Filomena
Released: May 11, 1975
Type: Movie
Pirola is a poor guy who lives with his son Ze in a hovel on his boss's farm. One day, Pirola is surprised by the visit of an old friend who, feeling that the hour of his death approaches, decides to present him with a bag full of money.
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O Dia em Que o Santo Pecou
Title: O Dia em Que o Santo Pecou
Released: April 3, 1975
Type: Movie
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A Carne
Title: A Carne
Released: February 8, 1975
Type: Movie
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Angel of the Night
Title: Angel of the Night
Character: Ana
Released: June 14, 1974
Type: Movie
Student girl goes to a mansion in Petrópolis, Brazil, to babysit two children, while their parents are away for the weekend, and is terrorized by anonymous phonecalls originating in the house.
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The Delights of Life
Title: The Delights of Life
Character: Garota Propaganda
Released: January 1, 1974
Type: Movie
Young writer sells a soap-opera script to a TV network and manages to place his girlfriend in an important role.
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A Noite do Desejo
Title: A Noite do Desejo
Character: Selma
Released: December 9, 1973
Type: Movie
Two factory workers decide to spend all of their pay on a Saturday night with two prostitutes, but things don't go as planned.
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Vozes do Medo
Title: Vozes do Medo
Released: December 22, 1972
Type: Movie
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Sangria
Title: Sangria
Released: March 13, 1972
Type: Movie