
Writing
Ruy Castro
Born
1948-02-26 (78)
Place of birth
Caratinga, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Known for
Writing
Credits
11 titles
Ruy Castro (Caratinga, February 26, 1948) is a Brazilian journalist, biographer, and writer.
Known for
5.0The story of the big names that have shaped the musical genres, plus an occasional stopgap for the new rock 'n' roll - comedy.
Legends
2006
6.0No synopsis available yet.
Elza & Mané: Amor em Linhas Tortas
2022
The documentary shows the 450 years of the rich history of the city of Rio de Janeiro and its profound transformations, using archive images, 3D simulations and testimonials.
São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
2016
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas
2017
Documentary about the life of Brazillian journalist Paulo Francis
Caro Francis
2010
No synopsis available yet.
Tito Madi - Tempo de Amar
2019
Film credits
2020s · 2 titles
NRThis documentary commemorates the centenary in 2026 of celebrated Brazilian writer and journalist Carlos Heitor Cony. Guided by his widow, Beatriz Lajta, after 40 years together, the film reveals the man behind the public figure. Featuring previously unseen home footage of their travels, friends, and shared passions—including piano, painting, and books—as well as readings narrated by Pedro Bial and interviews with Cony’s daughter and granddaughter, the documentary offers a mature, female perspective on a fascinating life, capturing his profound humanity and capacity for affection.
Cony, intimate Portrait
2026
NRPartner of Aldir Blanc and creator of the Samba do Trabalhador, Moacyr Luz is followed by Tarsilla Alves' cameras for a week. A seasoned bohemian, we follow Moacyr's wanderings, filled with plenty of booze, gatherings with friends, and beautiful sambas that qualify him to be called the "ambassador" of the capital of Rio de Janeiro.
Moacyr Luz, O Embaixador Dessa Cidade
2024
2010s · 5 titles
The documentary shows the 450 years of the rich history of the city of Rio de Janeiro and its profound transformations, using archive images, 3D simulations and testimonials.
São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
2016
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas
2017
Documentary about the life of Brazillian journalist Paulo Francis
Caro Francis
2010
No synopsis available yet.
Tito Madi - Tempo de Amar
2019
2.3The trajectory of the clumsy reporter Agamenon Mendes Pereira, always present in key events of history, his biggest scoops and his eternal love for Isaura, who survives his unexpected travels around the world, in search of news and fame.
Agamenon: The Film
2012
2000s · 2 titles
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Um olhar sobre a cegueira de Nelson Rodrigues
2006
NRDocumentary about the 68-generation, told through the story of the newspaper “O Sol”, one of the first vehicles of the alternative Brazilian press, produced daily for six months, in the 1960s. The newspaper spoke of culture, politics and education through satires and prominent figures in the cultural scene of the time passed through him. Archive scenes and music from the period seek to reconstitute the spirit of the 68-generation. The film has the participation of personalities such as Ziraldo, Zuenir Ventura, Arnaldo Jabor, Chico Buarque, Caetano Veloso, Carlos Heitor Cony, Fernando Gabeira, Betty Faria, Hugo Carvana, among others.
O Sol - Caminhando Contra o Vento
2006
