Walter Salles
A Brazilian filmmaker and screenwriter, he gained international acclaim with "Central Station" (1998), which won the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Known for exploring themes of identity and journey, he directed "The Motorcycle Diaries" (2004), chronicling Che Guevara's early travels. His work often captures socio-political landscapes with a humanistic lens. Other notable films include "Behind the Sun" (2001) and "On the Road" (2012). He is recognized for his poignant storytelling and cinematic craftsmanship.
Movies directed by Walter Salles
CENTRAL STATION
Central Station is a Brazilian drama film that follows the story of Dora, a retired schoolteacher who writes letters for illiterate people at Rio de...
THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIES
The Motorcycle Diaries is a captivating biographical film that chronicles the youthful adventures of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara and his friend Alberto...
ON THE ROAD
On the Road is a 2012 film adaptation of Jack Kerouac's iconic novel. It follows the journey of two young men as they travel across America in search...
DARK WATER
Dark Water is a psychological horror film about a mother and daughter who move into a rundown apartment with a dark past. As they struggle to deal...
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