Rubens de Falco

1931-10-19 São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Biografia

Rubens de Falco was a distinguished Brazilian actor celebrated for his commanding presence and memorable portrayals of antagonists. He began his artistic journey in theater, joining the São Paulo-based group Os Jograis in 1955 alongside Ruy Afonso, Ítalo Rossi, and Felipe Wagner. His film debut came earlier, in 1952, with a small role in Apassionata, produced by the legendary Vera Cruz studio. De Falco became a household name through his work in Brazilian telenovelas, particularly for his villainous roles. His most iconic performance was as Leôncio Almeida in Escrava Isaura (1976), a role that defined his career and became a cultural touchstone. He reprised a related role in the 2004 remake, appearing as Comendador Almeida, Leôncio’s father. His television credits include Gabriela (1975), O Grito (1975), Dona Xepa (1977), Sinhá Moça (1986), and Os Imigrantes (1981), among many others. Known for his blue eyes, distinctive triangular mustache, and smooth baritone voice, Rubens de Falco brought elegance and intensity to every role. In 2006, a stroke left him unable to speak or act, and he spent his final years in assisted care. Despite this, his legacy as one of Brazil’s greatest actors remains firmly intact.

Películas

	Histórias Que Nosso Cinema (Não) Contava	arquivo	2017-03-06
	Helena Meirelles - A Dama da Viola		2004-01-01
	Sonhos Tropicais	General Travassos	2001-10-01
	Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional	Self	1997-01-01
	O Monge e a Filha do Carrasco	Saltmaster	1996-05-01
	La hora Texaco	Julio	1985-01-01
	Profesión: vivir		1985-01-01
	Macho y hembra	Vicente	1984-07-17
	Drácula, Uma História de Amor	Count Dracula / Vladimir	1980-01-28
	Pixote: A Lei do Mais Fraco	Judge	1980-09-26
	Os Foragidos da Violência		1979-12-15
	Coronel Delmiro Gouveia	Delmiro Gouveia	1979-01-01
	Encarnação		1978-01-01
	A Dama de Branco		1978-10-26
	Esse Rio Muito Louco		1977-09-14
	O Homem da Cabeça de Ouro		1976-03-08
	O Sósia da Morte	Narciso	1975-09-07
	Nós, Os Canalhas	Tatá	1975-12-12
	Deixa, Amorzinho... Deixa		1975-07-01
	O Mau-Caráter	Moreira Silva	1974-01-01
	Café na Cama		1973-06-06
	A Difícil Vida Fácil		1972-12-20
	Uma Pantera em Minha Cama		1971-01-01
	O Impossível Acontece		1969-01-01
	Anjos e Demônios	Promotor	1969-09-30
	Tempo de Violência		1969-01-01
	O Homem que Comprou o Mundo	Imperador Maximiliano	1968-09-16
	Essa Gatinha é Minha		1966-12-21
	Engraçadinha Depois dos Trinta		1966-05-24
	Moral em Concordata	Narrador	1959-11-23
	O Capanga		1957-10-28