Oscar Niemeyer
Acting
Born: 1907-12-15 · Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Died: 2012-12-05
Biography
Oscar Niemeyer was a renowned Brazilian architect, widely regarded as one of the most important figures in modern architecture. He was best known for his use of abstract forms and curves, innovative use of reinforced concrete, and a departure from the rigid geometries of earlier modernist architects. He was a pioneer in exploring the aesthetic possibilities of modern materials and construction techniques. Niemeyer played a central role in the design of Brasília the city specially designed, plan
🎬 Movies (28)
When Brazil Was Modern
2025
Self (archive footage)
Quando a Coisa Vira Outra
2022
Self (archive footage)
Concrete Dreams
2020
Utopia, Distopia
2020
Self
Não Nasci para Deixar meus Olhos Perderem Tempo
2019
Self (archive footage)
Jaime Lerner - Uma História de Sonhos
2016
Self
Zanine, Ser do Arquitetar
2016
O Universo Graciliano
2014
Urbanized
2011
Self
The Inventor of Dreams
2010
Oscar Niemeyer: Life is a Breath of Air
2007
Self
Brizola - Tempos de Luta
2007
Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova
2005
Self (archive footage)
O Risco: Lúcio Costa e a Utopia Moderna
2002
1968 - Without Losing Tenderness
2001
Self
The Invention of Brasilia
2001
Self (archive footage)
Oscar Niemeyer, an architect commited to his century
2000
Chico e as Cidades
1999
Self
The Comrade: The Life of Luiz Carlos Prestes
1997
Himself
Conterrâneos Velhos de Guerra
1990
Self
Brascuba
1987
Self
Brasília, Uma Sinfonia
1986
Self
Pedro Mico
1985
Production Designer
Vinicius de Moraes, Um Rapaz de Família
1983
Self
Brasília, segundo roteiro de Alberto Cavalcanti
1982
Itinerário de Niemeyer
1973
Art in Brazil Today
1959
The First Images of Brasilia
1957