Charles Paraventi

Charles Paraventi’s film career includes Brazilian and international productions, with performances across drama, action, comedy, and independent cinema.

Throughout his career, he has collaborated with acclaimed directors and appeared in films seen by audiences worldwide, including projects directed by Fernando Meirelles and Tony Scott.

Stories on the Big Screen

ON FILM

Selected performances from Charles Paraventi’s work in Brazilian and international cinema.

Featured Work

ON FILM

Selected Credit: Internationally acclaimed Brazilian feature film and one of the most recognized works in modern Brazilian cinema. The film received worldwide critical attention and became a landmark production in global film history.
Role: Tio Sam (Uncle Sam).
Performance Note: Character performance within a major ensemble cast, contributing to a powerful and internationally recognized narrative. This credit highlights Charles Paraventi’s presence in one of Brazil’s most influential films and strengthens his body of work for both Brazilian and international audiences.

2002 — City of God (Cidade de Deus) — Directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund

Selected Credit: International feature film production. 
Performance Note: Charles appeared as Jersey Boy, a kidnapper role within the film’s high-stakes crime storyline. The production reflects his experience working in large-scale international cinema and adapting to the precision, pace, and intensity of a major Hollywood set.

2004 Man on Fire (Chamas da Vingança)— Directed by Tony Scott

Selected Credit: International feature film starring Keira Knightley. 
Role: Howie Stein supporting role within an ensemble cast. 
Performance Note: Continued collaboration within a major Hollywood production environment, demonstrating adaptability to stylized direction and fast-paced, multi-camera setups.

2005 Domino (Domino) — Directed by Tony Scott

Selected Credit: Brazilian action feature recognized for its innovative visual style and international appeal.
Role: Supporting role within a fast-paced narrative structure. 
Performance Note: Performance within a highly stylized, fast-paced production, demonstrating adaptability to complex editing, technical precision, and contemporary action-driven storytelling.

2012 2 Coelhos (2 Rabbits) — Directed by Afonso Poyart

Selected Credit: International drama featuring Wagner Moura and Rooney Mara. 
Role: Supporting role within a globally distributed production. 
Performance Note: Experience working across international teams, contributing to a grounded, character-driven narrative within a large-scale production.

2014 Trash (Trash – A Esperança Vem do Lixo) — Directed by Stephen Daldry

Selected Credit: Brazilian drama feature film directed by Héctor Babenco and starring Willem Dafoe, Maria Fernanda Cândido, Reynaldo Gianecchini, Selton Mello, and Bárbara Paz. The film was Babenco’s final feature and blends Portuguese and English-language performance within an intimate, character-driven story.
Role: Supporting cast appearance.
Performance Note: Work within an internationally framed Brazilian production, contributing to a dramatic ensemble led by Willem Dafoe. This credit highlights Charles Paraventi’s continued presence in Brazilian cinema and his experience within productions that connect national and international screen talent.

2015 — My Hindu Friend (Meu Amigo Hindu) — Directed by Héctor Babenco

Selected Credit: Brazilian comedy feature film and box-office success, starring Maurício Manfrini, Cacau Protásio, Antônio Fragoso, Danielle Winits, and Charles Paraventi. The film became a major popular success in Brazil and later expanded into a continuing comedy franchise, with Os Farofeiros 2 released in 2024 and Os Farofeiros 3 scheduled for 2026.
Role: Rocha.
Performance Note: Charles appears within a mainstream ensemble comedy, bringing character-driven humor, timing, and screen presence to a high-audience Brazilian production. The film’s commercial reach helps position him strongly for comedic roles, ensemble casts, and productions requiring quick rhythm, physical presence, and audience connection.

2018 — Os Farofeiros (The Beachnickers) — Directed by Roberto Santucci

Selected Credit: Brazilian biographical drama inspired by the rise and fall of businessman Eike Batista and the founding of OGX. The film blends business, ambition, risk, and personal downfall within a dramatized portrait of one of Brazil’s most controversial public figures.
Role: Dr. Key.
Performance Note: Dramatic screen work within a biography/crime-drama framework, requiring grounded character presence inside a story shaped by power, finance, ambition, and collapse. The role adds to Charles Paraventi’s body of work in contemporary Brazilian cinema. 

2022 — Eike, Tudo ou Nada (Eike: All or Nothing) — Directed by Dida Andrade and Andradina Azevedo

Selected Credit: Brazilian romantic comedy and music-driven feature film available on Netflix. The story follows a rock musician who is forced to replace his famous sertanejo look-alike, creating a mix of comedy, music, mistaken identity, and romance.
Role: Agnaldo.
Performance Note: Comedy performance within a fast-paced, music-centered feature film. The role highlights Charles Paraventi’s ability to bring character presence, timing, and personality to a contemporary Brazilian production with broad streaming reach.  

2023 — Zero to Hero (Rodeio Rock) — Directed by Marcelo Antunez

Selected Credit: Brazilian historical action-drama feature film about Saint George, a decorated Roman army captain who faces a defining choice between denying his Christian faith or defying the orders of Emperor Diocletian. 
Role: Atanasio. 
Performance Note: Historical drama performance within a faith-based, period production. The role highlights Charles Paraventi’s ability to bring presence and character definition to large-scale storytelling rooted in history, conflict, and spiritual conviction.

2024 — George of Cappadocia (Jorge da Capadócia) — Directed by Alexandre Machafer 

Selected Credit: Upcoming American drama feature film directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh, with an international cast including Jim Caviezel, Esai Morales, Lynn Collins, Camille Guaty, and Charles Paraventi. The film follows the political rise of Jair Bolsonaro during Brazil’s 2018 presidential election.
Role: Carvalho.
Performance Note: International feature film work within an English-language dramatic production. The role highlights Charles Paraventi’s continued presence in global screen projects and his ability to contribute character work within politically charged, large-scale storytelling.

2026 Dark Horse — Directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh

ON FILM

Early Career Films

Foundational performances that shaped Charles Paraventi’s transition into film and established his presence on screen.

Selected Credit: Internationally recognized Brazilian feature film presented at major film festivals. 
Role: Voice of Saulo (the wind). 
Performance Note: Voice performance requiring expressive delivery without physical presence, showcasing vocal control, tone, and the ability to convey character through sound alone.

1996 A Ostra e o Vento (The Oyster and the Wind) — Directed by Walter Lima Jr.

Selected Credit: Brazilian feature film directed by an established filmmaker. 
Role: Dominicius
Performance Note: Early experience working within a structured cinematic environment, contributing to narrative-driven scenes under established direction.

1996 O Monge e a Filha do Carrasco (The Monk and the Hangman’s Daughter) — Directed by Walter Lima Jr.

Selected Credit: Feature film directed by internationally recognized filmmaker. 
Role: Dr. Farina 
Performance Note: Participation in a character-driven drama, contributing to ensemble storytelling within a professionally directed production.

1998 Bela Donna — Directed by Fábio Barreto

Selected Credit: Family adventure film with international distribution. 
Role: Boca
Performance
Note: Experience in a widely distributed production, contributing to a film with strong audience reach and cross-cultural appeal.

2000 Tainá – Uma Aventura na Amazônia (Tainá – An Adventure in the Amazon)

Selected Credit: Feature film directed by Fernando Meirelles, internationally recognized filmmaker. 
Role: Client 
Performance Note: Collaboration within a critically recognized production, demonstrating ability to perform within ensemble-driven narratives and structured direction.

2001 Domésticas – O Filme (Maids – The Movie) — Directed by Fernando Meirelles and Nando Olival

Selected Credit: Brazilian feature film directed by a major industry figure. 
Role: Supporting role. 
Performance Note: Work within a dialogue-driven narrative, contributing to character interactions in a professionally structured production environment.

2004 A Dona da História (The Owner of the Story) — Directed by Daniel Filho

Selected Credit: Family comedy film with broad audience reach. 
Role: Professor Müller.
Note: Performance within a comedic framework, demonstrating timing and adaptability to family-oriented storytelling.

2004 Didi Quer Ser Criança (Didi Wants to Be a Child)

Selected Credit: International feature film production. Role: Ronald.
Role: Ronald.
Performance Note: Early international screen work within an English-language action-adventure/horror production. The role highlights Charles Paraventi’s ability to adapt to genre storytelling, work within a global cast, and bring grounded character presence to a suspense-driven production.

2005 Snakeman (The Snake King) — Directed by Allan A. Goldstein

Selected Credit: Brazilian comedy-horror feature film directed by Ivan Cardoso, blending genre storytelling, satire, and stylized performance. The film draws from literary and horror traditions, including elements inspired by The Island of Dr. Moreau and Brazilian genre cinema.
Role: Borges.
Performance Note: Genre-driven performance requiring a balance between comedy, horror, and heightened character work. The role highlights Charles Paraventi’s ability to adapt to stylized storytelling, contributing screen presence and character specificity within a visually playful and unconventional Brazilian feature film.

2005 Um Lobisomem na Amazônia (A Werewolf in the Amazon) — Directed by Ivan Cardoso

“Every film is a new world, a new character, and a new story waiting to be told.”