Aguinaldo Silva

Creator

Aguinaldo Silva

Born June 7, 1943 · Carpina, Pernambuco, Brazil (age 83)

Aguinaldo Silva OMC (Carpina, 7 June 1943) is a Brazilian Emmy-winning telenovela writer.

Known For

BrasileiríssimaBrasileiríssima · 2022
Brasileiríssima
8.02022
MovieDocumentary
Luzia HomemLuzia Homem · 1988
Luzia Homem
4.81988
MovieDrama
After witnessing the assassination of her parents, Luzia is raised by a cowboy and starts behaving like the men of Brazilian "Sertão". As a grown-up, she sets out to find her parent's murderer, but ends up discovering love.
GabeiraGabeira · 2017
Gabeira
2017
MovieDocumentary
Documentary about the trajectory of the Brazilian journalist, writer and politician Fernando Gabeira. With testimonies of Armínio Fraga, Aguinaldo Silva, Leda Nagle, among others.
Lampião da Esquina: Lighting Up Brazilian PressLampião da Esquina: Lighting Up Brazilian Press · 2016
Lampião da Esquina: Lighting Up Brazilian Press
8.02016
MovieDocumentary
Inspired by the US paper “Gay Sunshine”, in April of 1978 appeared in Brazil – during the dictatorship – the newspaper “O Lampião”, depicting the point of view of gays on various issues, including sexuality. A group of journalists and writers from Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo joined the project, fueling a publication that paved the way for the press at the time, addressing controversial issues at the period, such as racism, abortion, drugs and prostitution.
How Angels are BornHow Angels are Born · 1996
How Angels are Born
7.21996
MovieDramaCrime
Two children flee together with a grown up from a slum in Rio because this man had problems with the local drug lord. They end up in the house where a rich American citizen lives with his daughter.
Águia na CabeçaÁguia na Cabeça · 1984
Águia na Cabeça
5.31984
MovieDramaCrime
A senator having contacts with illegal betting activities is killed by the man who is his right arm, who wanted to get his position. But the power structure resents this disturbance and can fall apart, specially since there's a witness.
CrôCrô · 2013
Crô
4.92013
MovieComedy
After inheriting a fortune Tereza Cristina, Crodoalvo Valerius, better known as "Crô", is tired of life millionaire. Determined to find a new muse who can devote his life, he begins a personal quest that makes interview several turkeys. Your goal is to find one that is best qualified to own that he can serve as a steward, as he did with his former employer. However, after much review, just realizing that his ideal muse is exactly the one I had ever imagined.
O Trapalhão na Arca de NoéO Trapalhão na Arca de Noé · 1983
O Trapalhão na Arca de Noé
4.11983
MovieAdventureComedy
Duda is a zoo cleaner. He and his friend Kiko and Zeca are actively engaged in an animal protection group. For this reason, they are summoned by mystic Noé to fight animal hunters in the Pantanal region, in Brazil, who are after animal skins and furs, and are led by the mean Morel. They accept the mission and, on their way, meet archaeologist Marcos and photographer Carla, who are in search of a lost pyramid built by the Phoenician. Together, they try to beat the hunters.

Movies

BrasileiríssimaBrasileiríssima · 2022
Brasileiríssima
8.02022
MovieDocumentary
Luzia HomemLuzia Homem · 1988
Luzia Homem
4.81988
MovieDrama
After witnessing the assassination of her parents, Luzia is raised by a cowboy and starts behaving like the men of Brazilian "Sertão". As a grown-up, she sets out to find her parent's murderer, but ends up discovering love.
GabeiraGabeira · 2017
Gabeira
2017
MovieDocumentary
Documentary about the trajectory of the Brazilian journalist, writer and politician Fernando Gabeira. With testimonies of Armínio Fraga, Aguinaldo Silva, Leda Nagle, among others.
Lampião da Esquina: Lighting Up Brazilian PressLampião da Esquina: Lighting Up Brazilian Press · 2016
Lampião da Esquina: Lighting Up Brazilian Press
8.02016
MovieDocumentary
Inspired by the US paper “Gay Sunshine”, in April of 1978 appeared in Brazil – during the dictatorship – the newspaper “O Lampião”, depicting the point of view of gays on various issues, including sexuality. A group of journalists and writers from Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo joined the project, fueling a publication that paved the way for the press at the time, addressing controversial issues at the period, such as racism, abortion, drugs and prostitution.
How Angels are BornHow Angels are Born · 1996
How Angels are Born
7.21996
MovieDramaCrime
Two children flee together with a grown up from a slum in Rio because this man had problems with the local drug lord. They end up in the house where a rich American citizen lives with his daughter.
Águia na CabeçaÁguia na Cabeça · 1984
Águia na Cabeça
5.31984
MovieDramaCrime
A senator having contacts with illegal betting activities is killed by the man who is his right arm, who wanted to get his position. But the power structure resents this disturbance and can fall apart, specially since there's a witness.
CrôCrô · 2013
Crô
4.92013
MovieComedy
After inheriting a fortune Tereza Cristina, Crodoalvo Valerius, better known as "Crô", is tired of life millionaire. Determined to find a new muse who can devote his life, he begins a personal quest that makes interview several turkeys. Your goal is to find one that is best qualified to own that he can serve as a steward, as he did with his former employer. However, after much review, just realizing that his ideal muse is exactly the one I had ever imagined.
O Trapalhão na Arca de NoéO Trapalhão na Arca de Noé · 1983
O Trapalhão na Arca de Noé
4.11983
MovieAdventureComedy
Duda is a zoo cleaner. He and his friend Kiko and Zeca are actively engaged in an animal protection group. For this reason, they are summoned by mystic Noé to fight animal hunters in the Pantanal region, in Brazil, who are after animal skins and furs, and are led by the mean Morel. They accept the mission and, on their way, meet archaeologist Marcos and photographer Carla, who are in search of a lost pyramid built by the Phoenician. Together, they try to beat the hunters.
Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Lampião e Maria Bonita - O FilmeLuz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Lampião e Maria Bonita - O Filme · 2015
Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Lampião e Maria Bonita - O Filme
7.22015
MovieDramaAdventure
Crô em FamíliaCrô em Família · 2018
Crô em Família
4.72018
MovieComedy
Already famous, at the top of his career, owner of his own school of etiquette, Crô sees himself alone and without a family. Lonely and vulnerable, he ends up living at the whim of supposed family, Orlando, Marinalva, Luane and Nando, whose intentions are far from the best. With the inseparable Geni, Magda and Jurema by his side, Crô will embark on an adventure to find his true family while constantly avoiding the venom of the top columnist Carlota Valdez.
Giovanni ImprottaGiovanni Improtta · 2013
Giovanni Improtta
4.52013
MovieComedyCrime
Giovanni Improtta is a criminal who wants to climb the social ladder and become a law-abiding citizen. To achieve it, he commits some more crimes He is betrayed, and ends up under the spotlight of the media and the radar of the police, falsely charged for murder.
Lili CarabinaLili Carabina · 1988
Lili Carabina
7.51988
MovieCrime
When her husband dies, Elisa asks Guerreiro if she can join his gang of bank robbers. She soon gains notoriety in the press with the nickname Lili Carabina, but is relentlessly pursued by an honest police officer.
Prova de FogoProva de Fogo · 1980
Prova de Fogo
4.31980
MovieDrama
As soon as Mauro, an Administration student, discovers a strong vocation for mediumship, he drops everything to go deeper and dedicate himself to Umbanda, a religion he embraces so strongly that it makes him give up his studies. Determined to open his own spiritist center, Mauro moves to the countryside.
República dos AssassinosRepública dos Assassinos · 1979
República dos Assassinos
5.01979
MovieCrime
In 1970, the Esquadrão da Morte (Death Squad)' crimes for the refinement of violence provoked a wave of reactions throughout the country. The photos of the victims, adorned by the skull, symbol of the group, caused an uncomfortable indignation. This is the story of Mateus Romeiro, the most famous of the policemen, who was part of the Homens de Aço (Steelmen) group, one of the factions in which the squadron was divided.
Os Trapalhões e o Rei do FutebolOs Trapalhões e o Rei do Futebol · 1986
Os Trapalhões e o Rei do Futebol
5.91986
MovieComedyFamily
The team of Galinheiro Futebol Clube, formed by emeritus fighters, has as technical Cardea, advised by three direct assistants: Elvis, former player as Cardinal and aspiring singer; Fumê, cook of Independência Futebol Clube, great team in which Cardeal also works as a wardrobe; and Lupine, samba and composer.
O Cangaceiro TrapalhãoO Cangaceiro Trapalhão · 1983
O Cangaceiro Trapalhão
5.81983
MovieAdventureComedy
Severino do Quixadá (Renato Aragão), a humble northeastern shepherd of goats, rescues Captain Virgulano or simply Captain (Nelson Xavier) and his band of cangaceiros of an ambush armed by the lieutenant Zé Bezerra (Jose Dumont), its eternal persecutor. Captain escapes taking with him the mysterious box that he removed from the interior of the assaulted train in the city of Cajarana. Seeking to escape the shooting, Severino ends up finding himself in the cangaceiros' camp, along with the mishap friends Mussum and Zacarias who, taking advantage of the confusion, fled the chain.

TV Shows

Three GracesThree Graces · 2025
Three Graces
7.82025
SeriesDrama
Gerluce became pregnant as a teenager and, just like her mother, Lígia, she raised her child alone. Now, Gerluce watches her daughter Joélly become the third generation of the family to go through the same situation. Besides the impact that teenage pregnancy brings to the whole family, the three Marias das Graças must deal with Lígia’s worsening health.
Her Own DestinyHer Own Destiny · 2004
Her Own Destiny
7.92004
SeriesDrama
A story about people who succeed in life thanks to nothing but their own efforts. Maria do Carmo is the main character of the telenovela; a mother of five who struggle to be successful in life, but whose most important will be recovering the love of her daughter who was kidnapped when she was just months old.
Roque SanteiroRoque Santeiro · 1985
Roque Santeiro
8.81985
SeriesComedy
In the tiny poor town of Asa Branca, in the middle of Brazilian Northeast, Roque Santeiro is worshiped as a saint. He was supposedly killed by a bandit, 18 years ago, trying to save the local church. After his disappearance, local leaderships such as landowner Sinhozinho Malta and mayor Florindo, took profit on that to control the humble population. They even make up a widow, Porcina, who should have married Roque secretly before his death. What they don't expect is that Roque is alive, and he's back to, allegedly, "save his people". Now Malta, Florindo, Porcina, and others must hold him down and explain the "truth" to their commoners, in a desperate attempt to save their own bottoms. Meanwhile, mysterious facts surround Asa Branca, such as a Werewolf, a film crew who are trying to shoot a movie about Roque's story, and violent murderers.
Two FacesTwo Faces · 2007
Two Faces
5.82007
SeriesDrama
In the past, as Adalberto Rangel, he met and seduced Maria Paula. With a calculated coldheart, he married her, stole her fortune, then abandoned her, unaware she was pregnant at the time. Ten years later, accompanied by her son Renato, Maria Paula plots to recover her dignity and to find justice by getting revenge against the indignities done to her.
O OutroO Outro · 1987
O Outro
8.01987
SeriesDrama
TietaTieta · 1989
Tieta
8.11989
SeriesDrama
Inspired on Jorge Amado's romance "Tieta do Agreste", the plot is set on the fictional city of Santana do Agreste, at Brazil's northwest, and has as main theme Tieta's life turnarounds. Twenty-five years after being chased out of town by her father Zé Esteves, she returns to her home town seeking revenge against everyone who mistreated her and laugh at her face in the past.
Modern TimesModern Times · 2010
Modern Times
5.92010
SeriesDrama
The story revolves around Leal, an executive who built the largest smart building in the city. The soap opera discusses the relationship between man and technology.
Vale TudoVale Tudo · 1988
Vale Tudo
8.31988
SeriesDrama
Fátima Accioly is a young, callous woman who wants to be rich and successful at any price. After selling her family's house in the country, she heads to Rio and gets to know dress man César who is unscrupulous himself. Meanwhile, her mother Raquel stays behind without home and money, but finally tries to find her daughter in the big city. Both women come in contact with the rich Roitman family which changes their lives forever.
Port of MiraclesPort of Miracles · 2001
Port of Miracles
5.92001
SeriesDrama
Porto dos Milagres is a Brazilian telenovela that was produced and aired by TV Globo from 5 February to 29 September 2001, totaling 203 chapters. It was written by Aguinaldo Silva and Ricardo Linhares and loosely based on two works written by Jorge Amado - The Dead Sea and the discovery of America by the Turks. Had Philip collaboration Miguez, Maria Elisa Berredo, Nadotti Nelson and Gloria Baker, directed by Fabricio Mamberti and Luciano Sabino. Director general Mark and Robert Paul Naar, co-directed by Fabricio Mamberti and Luciano Sabino. Had the direction of core Marcos Paulo.
Looks & EssenceLooks & Essence · 2011
Looks & Essence
6.32011
SeriesDrama
Griselda is a tough, hard-working handywoman who managed to raise her three children on her own. She struggles to make ends meet but after winning the lottery tensions rise as people inevitably show their true value. With plenty of romance and intrigue this incredibly rich and fun telenovela brings together the true values of friendship, love, and family.
O Sétimo GuardiãoO Sétimo Guardião · 2018
O Sétimo Guardião
3.42018
SeriesComedy
At first glance, Serro Azul may seem like just another typical inland town, quiet and surrounded by mountains, where technological advances such as internet and cell phones have not yet arrived. A place where anyone who passes does not pay much attention, not knowing what is missing, after all, a city that is near Greenville and Tubiacanga could not fail to have its peculiarities. The main one is a source with curative and rejuvenating properties, which is the outermost part of a gigantic aquifer, a huge reservoir of what is becoming the most precious possession of the Earth: water. This source is protected by seven guardians whose mission is to ensure that this wealth does not reach the wrong hands.
Anything GoesAnything Goes · 2025
Anything Goes
5.92025
SeriesDrama
The story of a mother and daughter with opposing views on the path to success in life takes the audience on a contemporary journey about character, ethics and honesty.
My SweetheartMy Sweetheart · 1998
My Sweetheart
7.71998
SeriesDrama
The plot revolves around the romantic conflict involving four young people who have known each other since childhood. Antônio Mourão, an orphan raised by Father Ovídio, has two dreams in life: to graduate in Medicine – he has just passed the entrance exam – and to marry Rebeca, one of the daughters of his godfather, the Protestant pastor Bilac. Antônio and Rebeca end up separated thanks to the interference of Lívia, the youngest daughter of Pastor Bilac. Sensual and deceitful, she dreams of abandoning her life in São Tomás de Trás, working as a lacemaker and attending her father's church services, to live in the big city. She sees in Antônio a chance to fulfill her desire and, even knowing about the romance between the young man and her sister, she orchestrates a situation to seduce him and manages to get pregnant by him. The two are then forced to marry and move to the capital.
Mild PoisonMild Poison · 1999
Mild Poison
5.11999
SeriesDrama
Waldomiro Cerqueira is a powerful businessman who built his empire exploiting mineral deposits and suddenly finds himself under threat of losing it due to family conflicts.
Fera FeridaFera Ferida · 1993
Fera Ferida
7.61993
SeriesDrama
Marked by tragedy, Feliciano Júnior returns to Tubiacanga as Raimundo Flamel, driven by the desire to avenge the death of his parents.
Pedra Sobre PedraPedra Sobre Pedra · 1992
Pedra Sobre Pedra
6.61992
SeriesDrama
To get revenge on her ex-fiancé Murilo Pontes, Pilar marries his rival, Jerônimo Batista. 25 years later, Pilar and Murilo deal with the passion between their children, Marina and Leonardo.
A IndomadaA Indomada · 1997
A Indomada
6.91997
SeriesDrama
In Greenville, some families never lose their composure. This is the case with the Mendonça and Albuquerque families, who would never allow a "noble" member of their family to become involved with a sugarcane cutter.
Partido AltoPartido Alto · 1984
Partido Alto
8.51984
SeriesDrama
Riacho DoceRiacho Doce · 1990
Riacho Doce
7.61990
SeriesDrama
In a fishing village, Vó Manuela, endowed with mystical powers, closes the body of her grandson, Nô, for love. But Eduarda's arrival completely changes the boy's destiny.
EmpireEmpire · 2014
Empire
6.12014
SeriesDrama
Heartbreak forever changed the fate of the young and humble José Alfredo. Years later, he became the Lord Alfredo, a successful owner of a jewelry empire and a man obsessed with power. Temperamental and cunning, he tries to balance his turbulent marriage, an extramarital love affair, and the dispute between his children over succession in his business. One day, however, the unexpected appearance of a possible daughter, of whom he was unaware, causes upheaval in his life and takes his familial conflicts to a whole new level.
Blood TiesBlood Ties · 2010
Blood Ties
5.02010
SeriesDrama
Laços de Sangue is a Portuguese telenovela which broadcast on SIC from September 2010 to October 2011. It is a co-production between SIC and Brazilian Rede Globo. The show also broadcast in several Latin American countries, including Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua. It won the 2011 Emmy for Best Telenovela.
Tenda dos MilagresTenda dos Milagres · 1985
Tenda dos Milagres
7.01985
SeriesDrama
The miniseries addresses the struggle of Pedro Arcanjo, guided by Magé Bassã, his holy mother, to protect African culture and integrate it into Brazilian society, creating a new culture. The plot takes place in the Bahian setting filled with the stories of the characters who intersect in Arcanjo's struggle: the friendship with Mestre Lídio, shaken when Rosa de Oxalá, his wife, falls in love with Archanjo; loves prohibited by the incompatibility of saints; the fight against the intolerance and racial prejudice of those in power.
A JusticeiraA Justiceira · 1997
A Justiceira
8.01997
SeriesCrimeDrama
Diana is woman who lost her child for her Husband. A evil man behind a series of crime operations. Searching for her son, Diana is hired for a underground organization to fight crimes all over Brazil. Now, Diana has the meanings to locate her former husband and search for her son.
Lara com ZLara com Z · 2011
Lara com Z
3.32011
SeriesComedy