Wagner Moura
Wagner Moura | |
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.jpg) Moura in 2013 | |
| Born | Wagner Maniçoba de Moura 27 June 1976 |
| Alma mater | Federal University of Bahia |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Spouse | Sandra Delgado |
| Children | 3 |
Wagner Maniçoba de Moura (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvaɡneɾ ˈmo-ɾa]; born 27 June 1976)[1] is a Brazilian film, television and stage actor. Besides being a well-established and acclaimed actor in Brazil, he has achieved widespread international fame for his portrayal of Captain (later Colonel) Roberto Nascimento, protagonist of the highly successful film Elite Squad (2007) and its sequel, Elite Squad: The Enemy Within (2010). He also gained recognition globally playing "Spider" in the sci-fi film Elysium (2013). He played the lead role of Pablo Escobar in the Netflix series Narcos from 2015 to 2016, for which he received a Golden Globe nomination.
Early life and education
Moura was born in Salvador, a city located in Northeast Region of Brazil, but grew up in the small town of Rodelas, Bahia. His mother, Alderiva, was a housewife, and his father, José Moura, was a Sergeant in the Brazilian Air Force. At the age of 13, he moved back with his family to Salvador, Bahia.
He graduated in journalism at Federal University of Bahia but decided to become an actor.[2]
Career
In 1997 he appeared in the film Woman on Top starring Penélope Cruz.
In 2007 he played Captain Nascimento, protagonist of the Golden Bear winner in the 2008 Berlin Film Festival, Elite Squad.
During the preparation for the first Elite Squad film, Wagner and part of the cast were subject to realistic special forces training conducted by Paulo Storani, a former captain of BOPE, the elite squad portrayed in the movie.[3] During training, Storani was asked by the cast director to help "develop" Wagner's aggression for the role, which he attempted to do through repeated sessions of moral abuse.[4] After several days, Storani finally got the reaction he was looking for, and a little more. He reportedly made a fictional threat to Wagner's family, particularly mentioning Wagner's newborn to which the actor responded with a punch that fractured Storani's nose. "That's when Captain Nascimento was born", said Storani.[5]
In 2010, he starred in the sequel to Elite Squad, Elite Squad: The Enemy Within. In 2013, he played "Spider" in the sci-fi film Elysium. He starred in the Netflix original series Narcos.
Music
Besides his acting career, Moura is a lyricist and the vocalist of a band named Sua Mãe ("Your Mum").[6] In 2012, he guest performed as lead vocalist for some Legião Urbana tribute shows, featuring surviving members Marcelo Bonfá and Dado Villa-Lobos.
Personal life
Since 2001, Moura has been married to journalist and photographer Sandra Delgado, with whom he has three sons: Bem, Salvador and José. He practices Transcendental Meditation.[7]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Pop Killer | Short film | |
| 1999 | Rádio Gogó | Replay | Short film |
| 2000 | Woman on Top | Rafi | |
| 2001 | Behind the Sun | Matheus | |
| 2002 | The Three Marias | Jesuíno Cruz | |
| 2003 | God Is Brazilian | Taoca | |
| 2003 | The Man of the Year | Suel | |
| 2003 | Carandiru | Zico | |
| 2003 | The Middle of the World | Romão | |
| 2004 | Nina | Blind Man | |
| 2005 | Lower City | Naldinho | |
| 2005 | A Máquina | TV Host | |
| 2007 | Ó Paí, Ó | Boca | |
| 2007 | Saneamento Básico | Joaquim | |
| 2007 | Elite Squad | Captain Roberto Nascimento | |
| 2008 | Romance | Pedro | |
| 2008 | Blackout | Marcelo | |
| 2009 | They Killed Sister Dorothy | Narrator (Brazilian version) | |
| 2010 | Elite Squad: The Enemy Within | Lieutenant Colonel Roberto Nascimento | |
| 2010 | VIPs | Marcelo da Rocha | |
| 2011 | O Homem do Futuro | João (Zero) | |
| 2013 | Father's Chair | Theo | |
| 2013 | Elysium | Spider | |
| 2013 | Serra Pelada | Lindo Rico | |
| 2013 | Futuro Beach | Donato | |
| 2014 | Rio, I Love You | Gui | Segment "Inútil Paisagem" |
| 2014 | Trash | José Angelo |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2004 | Sexo Frágil | Edu / Magali | TV-series |
| 2003 | Carga Pesada | Pedrinho | TV-series |
| 2004 | Programa Novo | Magali | TV-series |
| 2005 | A Lua Me Disse | Gustavo Bogari | Soap opera |
| 2006 | JK (miniseries) | Juscelino Kubitschek (ages 18–43) | Mini-series |
| 2007 | Paraíso Tropical | Olavo Novaes | Soap opera |
| 2013 | A Menina Sem Qualidades | Alex's Father | Mini-series |
| 2015–2016 | Narcos | Pablo Escobar | Netflix series |
Theater
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Cuida bem de mim | ||
| 1996 | A Casa de Eros | ||
| 1999 | Abismos de Rosas | ||
| 2000 | A Máquina | Antônio | |
| 2002 | Os Solitários | ||
| 2005 | Dilúvio em Tempos de Secas | ||
| 2005 | O Que diz Molero? | ||
| 2008 | Hamlet | Hamlet |
Awards and nominations
Television
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Prêmio Qualidade Brasil | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 2006 | Prêmio Contigo! de TV | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Prêmio Qualidade Brasil | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| 2007 | Prêmio Contigo! de TV | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Prêmio Extra de Televisão | Best Actor | Won | ||
| Troféu APCA | Best Actor of Television | Won | ||
| Prêmio Quem de Televisão | Best Actor | Won | ||
| Melhores do Ano | Best Actor | Won | ||
| 2008 | Troféu Imprensa | Best Actor | Won | |
| Troféu Internet | Best Actor | Won | ||
| Prêmio Contigo! de TV | Best Actor | Won | ||
| 2016 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor – Television Series Drama | Nominated |
Film
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Cine Ceará | Best Actor | Won | |
| 2003 | Prêmio Qualidade Brasil | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 2004 | Cartagena Film Festival | Best Actor | Won | |
| Cartagena Film Festival | Best Supporting Cast | Won | ||
| Troféu APCA | Best Actor | Won | ||
| 2005 | Festival de Cine Iberoamericano de Huelva | Best Actor | Won | |
| 2006 | Prêmio Contigo! de Cinema Nacional | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Prêmio Qualidade Brasil | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| 2007 | Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Prêmio Qualidade Brasil | Best Actor | Won[8] | ||
| 2008 | Prêmio Contigo! de Cinema Nacional | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Won | ||
| 2009 | Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 2010 | Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival | Best Actor | Won | |
| 2011 | Brazilian Film Festival of Miami | Best Actor | Won | |
| Prêmio Contigo! de Cinema Nacional | Best Actor | Nominated[9] | ||
| Prêmio Contigo! de Cinema Nacional | Best Actor (public's choice) | Won | ||
| Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Won | ||
| Troféu APCA | Best Actor | Won | ||
| CinePort | Best Actor | Won | ||
| 2012 | Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| Prêmio Contigo! de Cinema Nacional | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| 2013 | Gramado Film Festival | Troféu Cidade de Gramado | Won | |
| Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival | Best Actor | Won | ||
| 2014 | Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro | Best Supporting Actor | Won |
References
- ^ "Biography of Wagner Moura". Gente Babado (in Portuguese). IG. Retrieved 2011-03-13.
- ^ Biography for Wagner Moura at IMDb
- ^ http://veja.abril.com.br/211107/p_124.shtml
- ^ http://veja.abril.com.br/211107/p_124.shtml
- ^ http://www.estadao.com.br/noticias/impresso,ex-capitao-teve-nariz-quebrado-por-ator,55880,0.htm
- ^ "Article about Wagner Moura in Hamlet and as vocalist of Sua Mãe (in Portuguese)". O Dia. 2009-03-21. Retrieved 2009-04-05.
- ^ De Campos Mello, Raphaela (July 9, 2012). "Meditação transcendental: a técnica de David Lynch e Wagner Moura". Casa.com. Retrieved 28 September 2014.
Assim como Lynch, praticante há 40 anos, diversos artistas aderiram ao treinamento mental, entre eles Oprah Winfrey, Clint Eastwood, Paul McCartney e o brasileiro Wagner Moura.
- ^ "Confira os INDICADOS e GANHADORES do PRÊMIO QUALIDADE BRASIL 2007". Prêmio Arte Qualidade Brasil.
- ^ "Veja a lista dos vencedores do 6º Prêmio Contigo! de Cinema Nacional". G1. 12 September 2011.
External links
- Wagner Moura at IMDb
