Zezé Motta

Overview

Known for
Acting
Gender
Female
Birthday
Jun 27, 1944 (80 years old)

Zezé Motta

Known For

Abah and His Band
Movie 2025

Abah and His Band

A kingdom of fruits. A king with no strength to keep ruling. An orphan prince who does not accept his fate. A world at imminent risk. These are some of the ingredients of Abah, an adventure movie full of humor, in which we can follow the young Pineapple prince’s trajectory and his conflicts with his dreams and responsibilities. It is a story of acceptance and personal growth. A portrait of a brief moment of prince Abah’s life: a transition from his unripe childhood to the new colors of maturity.

A Escrita Delas
1h 10m
Movie 2025

A Escrita Delas

Documentary investigates female authorship in literature and whether writing can be defined by gender.

Othelo The Great
1h 23m
Movie 2024

Othelo The Great

A beautifully told story using archival footage to explore the life of Grande Otelo, a groundbreaking Black Brazilian actor. Overcoming poverty and racism, he built a stellar career, facing controversy yet using it to challenge prejudice.

Luiz Melodia - Within the Heart of Brazil
1h 25m
Movie 2024

Luiz Melodia - Within the Heart of Brazil

A sound and visual journey that portrays the life and work of singer and composer Luiz Melodia. The Poet of Estácio himself tells us, in the first person, his trajectory as a black boy born on the hill until his transformation into one of the greatest artists in the history of MPB. The film also features an unpublished collection made available by Jane Reis, his wife and businesswoman.

Tributo: Zezé Motta
1h 16m
Movie 2024

Tributo: Zezé Motta

Príncipe Lu e a Lenda do Dragão
Movie 2024

Príncipe Lu e a Lenda do Dragão

Heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Lucebra, Prince Lu lives carefreely, playing pranks on his family and friends. However, according to legend, when he turns 18, he will confront the mysterious Evil Dragon and save the people of Middle Earth. Despite the prophecy, he doesn't believe in the imminent danger and prefers to "troll" his sister, the Enchanted Princess (Gi Alparone), and everyone working in the palace.

If I'm Here It Is by Mystery
0h 22m
Movie 2024

If I'm Here It Is by Mystery

New Rio, 2054 AD. The Order of Truth wreaks havoc on the streets, killing every being that has special powers. Renowned witch Dahlia is determined to beat the Order and assembles a clan of trans and queer people, each with their own supernatural talent. The fate of the city is in their hands.

Wedding Games
1h 20m
Movie 2023

Wedding Games

When Alex and Eva choose to exchange vows at the very spot they first crossed paths, a series of hilarious missteps derails their journey to the altar.

Falas da Vida: Histórias (Im)possíveis
0h 36m
Movie 2023

Falas da Vida: Histórias (Im)possíveis

Deixa
0h 15m
Movie 2023

Deixa

Carmen lives her last day of freedom before her husband leaves prison.

Biography

Maria José Motta de Oliveira OMC (Campos dos Goytacazes, June 27, 1944), better known as Zezé Motta, is a Brazilian actress and singer, considered one of the greatest artists in the country, an exponent of Afro-Brazilian culture. Zezé has already won numerous awards, including a Candango Trophy at the Brasília Festival, and an Air France Award, in addition to receiving nominations for three Grande Otelo awards and a Guarani Award. In 2019, she received an Honorary Grand Othello.

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