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Humberto Mauro

Humberto Mauro

Director & actor · born 30 April 1897 · Volta Grande, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Humberto Duarte Mauro (30 April 1897 – 5 October 1983) was a Brazilian film director. He is often considered the greatest director of early Brazilian cinema.

Mauro's second feature film Thesouro Perdido (Lost Treasure) won the Brazilian "Film of the Year" award in 1927. Later that year, Phebo Sul America Film was reorganized into Phebo Brasil Film. The first film released under the new Phebo was Braza Dormida (Sleeping Ember). Braza Dormida was a boxoffice success and furthered Mauro's career as one of Brazil's leading directors.

Where to start: Brasilianas: Canções Populares.

As director 107

As actor 13

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Humberto Mauro movie?

By viewer score, Brasilianas: Canções Populares at NaN/10.

What are Humberto Mauro’s most popular movies?

Brasilianas: Canções Populares.

How many movies has Humberto Mauro made?

120 films on TMDB, 107 as director, 13 as actor.

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