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Vladimir Brichta
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Paulo Vladimir Brichta (born 22 March 1976) is a Brazilian actor.[1]
Key Information
Biography
[edit]Paulo Vladimir Brichta was born in Diamantina, Minas Gerais but despite being born in Minas Gerais, he considers himself "an authentic Bahian", since he moved with his family to Bahia state at the age of four, after spending a season in Germany, where his father, Arno Brichta, has a PhD in Geology.
He loved the scenarios produced in the German school, and back to Salvador, Bahia, he enrolled in a school in the Bahia capital at the age of six, where he began to be part of the amateur theater group of the experimental school Hilda Figueiredo.[2]
Personal life
[edit]He currently lives with his wife, actress Adriana Esteves, with their son, Vicente, his daughter Agnes and Felipe, the son of Adriana's first marriage, with Brazilian actor Marco Ricca.[3]
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Porto dos Milagres | Ezequiel | |
| 2002 | Coração de Estudante | Nélio Garcia | |
| 2003 | Sexo Frágil | Valentina / Paulão | |
| Kubanacan | Enrico Puentes | ||
| 2004 | A Diarista | Himself | |
| Começar de Novo | Pedro Borges Karamazov | ||
| 2005 | A História de Rosa | Miguel Tónacio | Rede Globo's special |
| Belíssima | Narciso Solomos Güney | ||
| 2007 | Sob Nova Direção | Gustavo | |
| 2008 | Faça Sua História | Oswaldir | |
| 2010 | Separação?! | Agnaldo | |
| 2011 | Amor em 4 Atos | Aryclenes dos Santos | |
| 2011—15 | Tapas & Beijos | Armane | |
| 2014-2017 | Tá no Ar: a TV na TV | Himself/voice of Chewbacca | |
| 2016 | Mister Brau | Joaquim Ferreira (Formiga) | |
| Justiça | Celso | [4] | |
| Rock Story | Guilherme Santiago (Gui) | [5] | |
| 2017 | Cidade Proibida | Zózimo | [6] |
| 2018 | Segundo Sol | Remildo "Remy" Falcão | |
| 2019 | Amor de Mãe | Davi Moretti | [7][8] |
| 2021 | Quanto Mais Vida, Melhor! | Luca Marino "Neném" | |
| 2024 | Renascer | Coronel Egídio Coutinho | [9] |
| Pedaço de Mim | Tomás | [10] |
Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Paisagem de Meninos | Homem Relâmpago |
| 2005 | A Máquina | José Onório |
| 2006 | Fica Comigo Esta Noite | Edu |
| 2008 | Romance | Orlando |
| 2009 | A Mulher Invisível | Carlos |
| 2010 | Quincas Berro D'Água | Leonardo |
| 2012 | A Coleção Invisível | Beto[11] |
| 2013 | Muitos Homens Num Só | Dr. Antônio[12][13] |
| 2014 | Minutos Atrás | Alonso[14] |
| Real Beleza | João[15][16] | |
| 2015 | Minions | Herb Overkil (dublador) |
| 2016 | Um Homem Só | Arnaldo[17] |
| Vai que Dá Certo 2 | Elói[18] | |
| 2017 | Bingo: The King of the Mornings | Augusto Mendes (Bingo)[19] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Vladimir Brichta leva filho de Adriana Esteves para surfar". caras.uol.com.br (in Portuguese). Retrieved July 7, 2014.
- ^ "Mineirinho bonitão | JORNAL O TEMPO". Archived from the original on 2017-09-16. Retrieved 2017-09-15.
- ^ Vladimir Brichta diz que ganhou guarda da filha graças a artistas
- ^ Adriana Esteves e Vladimir Brichta farão 'Justiça'
- ^ Vladimir Brichta será roqueiro em novela das 19h
- ^ "Vladimir Brichta estrela série". Archived from the original on 2016-08-07. Retrieved 2017-04-22.
- ^ Rodrigues, Guilherme (22 April 2019). "Vladimir Brichta formará par romântico com Taís Araújo em Amor de Mãe" (in Portuguese). Retrieved 13 October 2019.
- ^ Kogut, Patrícia. "Vladimir Brichta viverá um ambientalista em 'Amor de mãe'" (in Portuguese). O Globo. Retrieved 13 October 2019.
- ^ "Renascer: confira elenco e personagens das duas versões da novela". gshow (in Portuguese). 23 October 2023. Retrieved 28 February 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Anna Luiza (23 September 2023). "Veja Vladimir Brichta e Juliana Paes caracterizados para 'Pedaço de mim', da Netflix". oglobo.globo.com (in Portuguese). Retrieved 14 June 2024.
- ^ Patrícia Kogut (17 August 2013). "Vladimir Brichta será aventureiro em filme com Walmor Chagas". O Globo. Retrieved 24 November 2014.
- ^ Carlos Helí de Almeida (28 November 2012). "Alice Braga e Vladimir Britcha se preparam para viver tipos de João do Rio em filme". O Globo. Retrieved 24 November 2014.
- ^ Patrícia Kogut (27 December 2013). "Vladimir Brichta e Alice Braga juntos no cinema". O Globo. Retrieved 24 November 2014.
- ^ Carlos Helí de Almeida (20 March 2014). "'Minutos atrás', filme que estreia nesta quinta-feira, é versão de peça do diretor Caio Sóh". O Globo. Retrieved 24 November 2014.
- ^ Roger Lerina (23 October 2013). "Começaram em Garibaldi as filmagens de "Beleza", novo longa de Jorge Furtado". Zero Hora. Retrieved 24 November 2014.
- ^ Thiago Stivaletti (8 August 2014). "Jorge Furtado: o homem que não se copiava". UOL. Revista de Cinema. Retrieved 24 November 2014.
- ^ Um Homem Só, filme brasileiro de 2016
- ^ Vladimir Brichta comenta papel de vilão em 'Vai que dá certo 2'
- ^ "Equipe finaliza 'Bingo — O rei das manhãs', com Vladimir Brichta". Archived from the original on 2017-01-05. Retrieved 2017-04-22.
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Vladimir Brichta
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Early Life
Birth and Upbringing
Vladimir Brichta was born Paulo Vladimir Brichta on March 22, 1976, in Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil, to parents Arno Brichta, a geologist with a PhD and professor of geosciences at the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA), and Carmem Barros, a veterinarian.[4][5][6] He has an older brother and a sister.[7] His father, a political activist persecuted during Brazil's military dictatorship, chose his middle name in honor of journalist Vladimir Herzog, who was killed under the regime.[4][5] At age four, after a brief stay in Germany where his father completed his doctorate, Brichta relocated with his family to Salvador, Bahia, where his parents soon separated.[4][5] He was raised primarily by his father in Salvador, while spending significant time with his mother in Itacaré, an environment that exposed him early to Bahia's rich cultural landscape and familial emphasis on environmentalism and social engagement.[7][6] Brichta has repeatedly affirmed his strong identification with Bahia, describing himself as "an authentic Bahian" due to the profound influence of his upbringing there.[7]Education and Early Interests
Vladimir Brichta attended local schools in Salvador, Bahia, where he was immersed in the city's vibrant cultural environment following his family's relocation from Minas Gerais during his early childhood. This move enabled his exposure to Bahian artistic traditions, which played a pivotal role in sparking his interest in the performing arts. Brichta pursued formal higher education in acting, earning a degree in Artes Cênicas from the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA) in 1996, following his participation in amateur theater groups and the non-degree Curso Livre de Teatro program there.[8][4] At the age of six, Brichta joined an amateur theater group at the experimental school Hilda Figueiredo in Salvador, marking the onset of his lifelong engagement with performance. In a 2017 interview, he recalled, "Comecei a fazer teatro muito cedo, comecei no teatro amador com 6 anos de idade. E imediatamente um monte de coisa fez sentido pra mim," highlighting how these early experiences provided clarity and transformation amid his otherwise aggressive childhood tendencies. Local Bahian theater scenes and cultural festivals, such as those celebrating the region's Afro-Brazilian heritage, further shaped his passion, offering informal outlets for expression through storytelling and communal performances.[7][8] During adolescence, Brichta deepened his involvement by enrolling in the Curso Livre de Teatro at the Universidade Federal da Bahia (UFBA) at age 16, where he honed his skills in a non-degree program focused on practical training. This period saw his first informal performances in school and community theater circles, earning recognition among peers for his natural aptitude and commitment. Through these amateur endeavors, including group plays that explored social themes, Brichta gained early acclaim within Salvador's artistic community, solidifying his dedication to acting before transitioning to professional pursuits.[9][7]Career
Theater Career
Vladimir Brichta began his professional theater career in 1993 upon completing a free theater course at the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA), where he debuted in the stage production of O Inspetor Geral by Nikolai Gogol, directed by Paulo Cunha.[4] This initial foray into professional acting marked the culmination of his early training in Salvador, where he had participated in amateur theater groups since childhood.[10] Brichta's early stage work was rooted in the vibrant Bahian theater scene, allowing him to hone his craft through diverse roles that emphasized character introspection and dramatic intensity. Throughout the late 1990s, Brichta gained prominence in Brazilian theater with standout performances in psychologically demanding roles. In 1998, he portrayed Alan Strang in Equus by Peter Shaffer, directed by Fernando Guerreiro, a production that explored themes of mental turmoil and societal repression through the story of a troubled youth obsessed with horses.[11] The following year, he took on the titular role in Albert Camus's Calígula, again under Guerreiro's direction, delving into the Roman emperor's descent into madness and existential rebellion against absurdity.[11] In 2000, he gained significant acclaim for his role in A Máquina, directed by João Falcão, sharing the stage with emerging talents like Lázaro Ramos and Wagner Moura in a production that explored inventive storytelling and marked a key step in his rising prominence.[2] These performances highlighted Brichta's affinity for characters grappling with inner conflict and philosophical dilemmas, establishing him as a versatile actor capable of conveying profound emotional depth on stage. By the early 2000s, Brichta relocated to Rio de Janeiro, expanding his opportunities within Brazil's major theater hubs of Rio and São Paulo.[10] There, he collaborated with prominent directors and ensembles, contributing to contemporary and classical productions that often addressed social issues and human relationships. A notable later example is his role in Arte by Yasmina Reza in 2012, directed by Emilio de Mello, which examined friendship, ego, and the subjective value of art among a group of acquaintances.[2] This evolution from regional Bahian stages to the national spotlight underscored Brichta's growth, blending classical influences with modern interpretations to tackle themes of psychological complexity and societal critique. Around 2001, his theater foundation facilitated a seamless transition into television, broadening his reach while maintaining a commitment to live performance.[10]Television Career
Brichta made his debut on Brazilian television in 2001, appearing in the Globo telenovela Porto dos Milagres as the waiter Ezequiel, a supporting role that marked his entry into serialized drama.[2] This early exposure on the network's prime-time production introduced him to a wide audience, building on his theater background to demonstrate his ability to handle ensemble casts and regional narratives.[12] His breakthrough arrived in 2004 with Da Cor do Pecado, where he portrayed Apolo Sardinha, a charismatic and central figure in the romantic melodrama, solidifying his status as a leading man within Globo's roster of actors.[13] The role highlighted his range in portraying passionate, identity-shifting characters amid the telenovela's themes of race, class, and romance, contributing to the show's success and his rising prominence.[10] Brichta continued to take on prominent parts in subsequent productions, evolving from secondary characters to key protagonists. In the long-running comedy series Tapas & Beijos (2011–2015), he played Armane Barbosa, a quirky office worker whose antics added depth to the show's exploration of everyday relationships and humor.[1] This period showcased his comedic timing, contrasting with more dramatic turns like Remildo "Remy" Falcão in the 2018 telenovela Segundo Sol, a multifaceted antihero entangled in family intrigue and crime in Bahia's coastal setting.[14] In recent years, Brichta has embraced antagonistic and psychologically complex roles, further demonstrating his versatility. He portrayed the ruthless Coronel Egídio in the 2024 Globo remake of Renascer, a landowner driven by vengeance in a rural saga of power and legacy.[15] That same year, he starred as Tomás in Netflix's Pedaço de Mim, a thriller-melodrama where his character navigates infidelity and dark secrets, blending telenovela intensity with streaming's concise format.[16] Throughout these works, Brichta's progression reflects a deliberate shift toward nuanced portrayals in both comedic and dramatic genres, often drawing on his early theater training for emotional authenticity.[10]Film Career
Brichta's entry into cinema began in the early 2000s with the short film Paisagem de Meninos (2003), where he played Homem Relâmpago, followed by feature roles in A Máquina (2005) and Fica Comigo Esta Noite (2006), before gaining wider recognition in the romantic drama Romance (2008), directed by Guel Arraes, where he portrayed the supporting role of Orlando, a character entangled in the backstage romance between lead actors during a theater production.[17] This early role marked his transition from theater and television to feature films, allowing him to explore nuanced interpersonal dynamics in a narrative blending idealism and reality.[18] His breakthrough came in 2013 with two pivotal performances that showcased his versatility in suspense and drama. In O Lobo Atrás da Porta, directed by Fernando Coimbra, Brichta played Bernardo, the distraught father in a gripping thriller inspired by a real-life kidnapping case, contributing to the film's critical acclaim for its tense exploration of jealousy and violence. The same year, in A Coleção Invisível, helmed by Bernard Attal, he took on the lead role of Beto, a young antiquities dealer venturing through rural Bahia in search of rare engravings, delivering a subtle portrayal of personal transformation and cultural heritage that earned praise for its introspective depth. These films established Brichta as a compelling screen presence in Brazilian independent cinema, highlighting his ability to convey emotional complexity without overt theatrics.[19] Brichta's international profile rose significantly with his starring role in Bingo: The King of the Mornings (2017), directed by Daniel Rezende in his feature debut. As Augusto Mendes, the frustrated actor who becomes the iconic clown Bingo on 1980s Brazilian television, Brichta captured the tragic duality of fame and personal downfall in a biopic-inspired story of addiction and anonymity.[20] The performance, lauded for its energetic charisma reminiscent of classic comedic actors, propelled the film to represent Brazil at the Oscars for Best International Feature Film and garnered Brichta acclaim for humanizing a cultural phenomenon.[21] His portrayal underscored themes of media exploitation and identity loss, cementing his reputation for roles that blend humor with profound pathos.[22] In recent years, Brichta has continued to diversify his filmography with action-oriented and period dramas, demonstrating his range across genres. He starred as the determined police officer Machado in Alemão 2 (2022), directed by José Eduardo Belmonte, a sequel addressing urban violence and community tensions in Rio de Janeiro's favelas through a high-stakes undercover operation.[23] This role allowed him to tackle socially charged narratives, emphasizing resilience amid systemic challenges.[24] Most notably, in 2023's Capitu e o Capítulo, under Júlio Bressane's direction, Brichta embodied Bentinho, the jealous narrator in a philosophical adaptation of Machado de Assis's classic Dom Casmurro, infusing the period piece with modern irony and emotional intensity.[25] Through these works up to 2024, Brichta has influenced Brazilian cinema by bridging commercial and arthouse sensibilities, often portraying flawed protagonists that reflect societal introspection.[26] His television commitments have occasionally provided continuity between film projects, sustaining his visibility in the industry.[27]Filmography
Television
Brichta's television career spans numerous telenovelas, miniseries, and series primarily on Rede Globo, with recent forays into streaming platforms.| Year | Title | Role | Network/Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Porto dos Milagres | Ezequiel | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2002 | Coração de Estudante | Nélio Garcia | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2003 | Sexo Frágil | Valentina / Paulão | Rede Globo (series)[29] |
| 2003–2004 | Kubanacan | Enrico "Rico" Puentes | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2004 | A Diarista | Himself (guest appearance) | Rede Globo (series)[29] |
| 2004–2005 | Começar de Novo | Pedro Borges Karamazov | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2005 | Belíssima | Narciso Solomos Güney | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2005 | A História de Rosa | Miguel Tónacio | Rede Globo (miniseries)[29] |
| 2007 | Sob Nova Direção | Gustavo | Rede Globo (series)[29] |
| 2007–2008 | Faça Sua História | Oswaldir | Rede Globo (series)[30] |
| 2010 | Separação?! | Agnaldo | Rede Globo (miniseries)[30] |
| 2011 | Amor em 4 Atos | Aryclenes dos Santos | Rede Globo (series)[28] |
| 2011–2015 | Tapas & Beijos | Armane Vilar | Rede Globo (series)[28] |
| 2014 | Tá no Ar: A TV na TV | Himself (guest appearance) | Rede Globo (series)[29] |
| 2016 | Justiça | Celso | Rede Globo (miniseries)[28] |
| 2016 | Mister Brau | Joaquim "Formiga" Ferreira (guest appearance) | Rede Globo (series)[29] |
| 2016–2017 | Rock Story | Guilherme "Gui" Santiago | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2017 | Cidade Proibida | Zózimo Barbosa | Rede Globo (series)[29] |
| 2018 | Segundo Sol | Remildo "Remy" Falcão | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2019–2021 | Amor de Mãe | Davi Moretti | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2021–2022 | Quanto Mais Vida, Melhor! | Luca Marino ("Neném") | Rede Globo (telenovela)[28] |
| 2024 | Desperate Lies (Pedaço de Mim) | Tomás | Netflix (series)[31] |
| 2024 | Renascer | Egídio Gouveia | Rede Globo (telenovela)[15] |
Film
Brichta's film career encompasses a diverse range of roles in Brazilian cinema, spanning dramas, comedies, and biographical works. His feature film credits are listed below in chronological order, including character names and directors where available.[32][2]| Year | Title | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | A Máquina | José Onório | João Falcão | - |
| 2006 | Fica Comigo Esta Noite | Edu | René Sampaio | - |
| 2008 | Romance | Orlando | Guel Arraes | - |
| 2009 | A Mulher Invisível | Carlos | Paulo Machline | - |
| 2010 | Quincas Berro D'Água | Leonardo | Sérgio Machado | - |
| 2012 | A Coleção Invisível | Beto | Bernardo Vorobow | - |
| 2013 | Muitos Homens Num Só | Dr. Antônio | Florence Gauper | - |
| 2013 | Minutos Atrás | Alonso | Caio Sóh | Short film adaptation |
| 2015 | Real Beleza | João | Jorge Furtado | - |
| 2015 | Minions | Herb Overkill (voice) | Pierre Coffin, Kyle Balda | Animated film |
| 2016 | Um Homem Só | Arnaldo | Cláudia Jouvin | - |
| 2016 | Vai Que Dá Certo 2 | Elói | Maurício Farias, Calvito Leal | Comedy sequel |
| 2017 | O Filme da Minha Vida | Nico | Inácio Araújo | French-Brazilian co-production |
| 2017 | Bingo: O Rei das Manhãs | Augusto Mendes / Bingo | Daniel Rezende | Biographical drama; Brazil's entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars |
| 2018 | O Grande Circo Místico | Jean / Celavi | Carlos Diegues | International co-production (Brazil-France-Portugal-Czech Republic) |
| 2019 | A Vida Invisível | Antenor | Karim Aïnouz | Brazil's entry for Best International Feature Film at the Oscars |
| 2020 | Todos os Mortos | João | Caetano Gotardo, Marco Dutra | - |
| 2021 | Marighella | Lúcio | Wagner Moura | Biographical drama |
| 2022 | Alemão 2 | Machado | José Eduardo Belmonte | Sequel to Alemão (2011) |
| 2023 | Capitu e o Capítulo | Bentinho | Julio Bressane | Adaptation of Machado de Assis's Dom Casmurro |
| 2024 | A Mensageira | Tales | Cláudio Marques | Drama set in Salvador |
| 2025 | Velhos Bandidos | Sid | Cláudio Torres | Upcoming comedy-drama about an elderly heist |