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Héctor Babenco

Héctor Babenco

Director & actor · born 7 February 1946 · Buenos Aires, Argentina

Héctor Eduardo Babenco (born in Buenos Aires but raised in Mar del Plata) was an Argentine-born Brazilian film director, screenwriter, producer and actor. He has worked in several countries including Argentina, Brazil and the United States.

Where to start: Pixote (1980).

As director 14

As actor 13

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Héctor Babenco movie?

By viewer score, Pixote (1980) at 7.9/10.

What are Héctor Babenco’s most popular movies?

Carandiru, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Before Night Falls.

How many movies has Héctor Babenco made?

27 films on TMDB, 14 as director, 13 as actor.

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