Rômulo Braga

Rômulo Braga, man, this dude’s been popping up in some wild Brazilian cinema lately. You might’ve caught him in Sol from 2021—yeah, that one, where nothing is ever as sunny as the title promises. He’s got a knack for playing those characters who just simmer under the surface, you know? Like, you’re watching him and you’re not sure if he’s about to snap or just break your heart. Then came Charcoal in 2022, which, honestly, is a whole different ride. It’s gritty, it’s dark, there’s smoke (obviously), and Braga just sort of blends into these messed-up family dynamics like he was born for it. The way he moves through those tense, claustrophobic scenes—man, you can practically smell the ashes. And don’t let me forget Elon Não Acredita na Morte from 2016. That one’s got this weird, almost fever dream vibe, and Braga plays the kind of guy who’s just trying to keep it together while life keeps throwing him curveballs. He’s not your typical leading man, but that’s what makes him interesting—he slips into roles that aren’t flashy but stick with you. The characters are complicated, a little broken, and Braga makes you care even when you kinda wish you didn’t. If you’re into films that actually ask a little something from you as a viewer, his work’s worth a look. Real talk—he’s one to watch.