Marcélia Cartaxo

Marcélia de Souza Cartaxo, a Brazilian actress and director of extraordinary ability, entered the world on October 27, 1963, in the captivating city of Cajazeiras. Her groundbreaking performance in the film "A Hora da Estrela", an adaptation of the celebrated novel by Clarice Lispector, marked a significant turning point in her career, earning her widespread acclaim. Throughout her illustrious and accomplished career, Marcélia has amassed an impressive collection of honors, including two esteemed Grande Otelo awards, three revered Guarani Awards, a coveted Kikito from the prestigious Gramado Festival, four distinguished Candango Trophies from the Brasília Festival, and the highly respected Silver Bear for Best Actress at the renowned Berlin Film Festival, a testament to her exceptional talent, unwavering dedication, and unrelenting passion for her craft.