**Marília Pêra (1943-2015)** was an iconic Brazilian actress, known for her extraordinary versatility and intensity. Her film career was highly significant.

She gained international acclaim with her intense performance in Hector Babenco's masterpiece **"Pixote: A Lei do Mais Fraco"** (1981), where her portrayal of a prostitute earned her numerous accolades, including the Boston Society of Film Critics Award.

Other notable films include **"O Rei da Noite"** (1975), "Bar Esperança" (1983), and her role in **"Central do Brasil"** (1998).

Pêra's acting style was characterized by remarkable depth. She was capable of embodying complex female characters, often resilient, eccentric, or marginalized, with great intensity and nuance, ranging from drama to comedy. She remains a central figure in Brazilian cinema.