1982Winner
Best Performance
Insônia
Procópio Ferreira
Actor · Writer
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
July 8, 1898
Biography
Procópio Ferreira, stage name João Procópio Ferreira (Rio de Janeiro, July 8, 1898 – Rio de Janeiro, June 18, 1979), was a Brazilian actor, theater director, and playwright. Nicknamed "the glory of Brazilian culture," he is considered the greatest Brazilian actor of the 20th century. Procópio discovered early on his talent for engaging audiences, drawing large audiences to his shows. Over a 62-year career, he played over 500 characters in over 450 plays. (Wikipedia)
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1940Nominee
Best Performance
Pureza
1931Winner
Best Performance
Our Things
Career Highlights
1951Highlight
Best Performance
O Comprador de Fazendas
1938Highlight
Best Performance
Tererê Não Resolve