Quick Facts
Born:
1898-05-28
Birthplace:
Campinas, São Paulo, Brasil
Credits:
17 Total Roles
Genésio Arruda
Acting
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Biography
Genésio Arruda was a Brazilian actor, radio host, singer, composer, and film director. He became known on the stage for his role as a hillbilly.
Known For
As Aventuras de Pedro Malasartes
Homem que entra no saco
Zé do Periquito
Maestro
Tristeza do Jeca
Coronel Policarpo
O Julgamento
Self
O Babão
Zé Babão
Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional
Self
O Cineasta das Platéias
Self
Apuros do Genésio
Elle
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | O Filme que Fala MOVIE | Bentinho Samambaia (archive footage) |
| 2002 | O Cineasta das Platéias MOVIE | Self |
| 1997 | Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional MOVIE | Self |
| 1976 | O Julgamento TV | Self |
| 1971 | Cômicos... + Cômicos... MOVIE | Self |
| 1961 | Tristeza do Jeca MOVIE | Coronel Policarpo |
| 1961 | Zé do Periquito MOVIE | Maestro |
| 1960 | As Aventuras de Pedro Malasartes MOVIE | Homem que entra no saco |
| 1955 | Carnival in A Major MOVIE | Caipira |
| 1941 | O Dia É Nosso MOVIE | Guarabira |