Biography
Sérgio Oliveira (1960–2026) was a prominent Brazilian filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer from Pernambuco, recognized as a key figure in contemporary Brazilian cinema. Born in Caruaru, he developed a career defined by aesthetic experimentation and a deep connection to Northeastern roots, often collaborating with director Renata Pinheiro through their production company, Aroma Filmes. His most notable works include the documentary Estradeiros (2011), which won Best Film from the Brazilian Film Critics Association (Abracine), and the fiction feature Açúcar (2017). As a screenwriter and producer, he was instrumental in award-winning films such as Amor, Plástico e Barulho (2013) and King Car (Carro Rei, 2021), which won the top prize at the Gramado Film Festival. Oliveira passed away in Rio de Janeiro at age 65 due to complications from hemorrhagic dengue, leaving behind a legacy of cultural innovation and resistance in the national audiovisual scene.
Wrote 13
2020s
- 2025
Amazônia Oktoberfesta
Writer
Lispectorante
Writer
- 2022
2010s
- 2017
Açúcar
Writer
- 2014
Blue Blood
Screenplay
- 2013
Love, Plastic and Noise
Writer
El Oído de Vinicius
Writer
- 2011
Praça Walt Disney
Screenplay
2000s
- 2009
Epox
Writer
- 2008
SuperBarroco
Writer
- 2007
Schenberguianas
Writer
- 2005
Dry Movie
Writer
- 2003
Porcos Corpos
Writer
Directed 13
2020s
- 2025
Amazônia Oktoberfesta
Director
Lispectorante
Second Unit Director
- 2022
2010s
- 2017
Açúcar
Director
- 2016
Super Orquestra Arcoverdense de Ritmos Americanos
Director
- 2013
El Oído de Vinicius
Director
- 2011
Wanderers
Director
Praça Walt Disney
Director
2000s
- 2009
Faço de Mim O Que Quero
Director
Epox
Director
- 2007
Nação Mulambo
Director
Schenberguianas
Director
- 2003
Porcos Corpos
Director
Produced 10
2020s
- 2025
Amazônia Oktoberfesta
Producer
Lispectorante
Producer
- 2022
2010s
- 2013
Love, Plastic and Noise
Producer
- 2011
Praça Walt Disney
Executive Producer
2000s
- 2009
Epox
Producer
- 2008
SuperBarroco
Executive Producer
- 2007
Nação Mulambo
Producer
Schenberguianas
Producer
- 2003
Porcos Corpos
Producer, Executive Producer
Acted in 1
2020s
- 2022
Other crew 1
2000s
- 2009
Faço de Mim O Que Quero
Script
Art department 1
2020s
- 2025
Amazônia Oktoberfesta
Art Direction