Details
Alternate Names: Maria Joao, Maria Joao Bastos, Maria João
Physical Characteristics: N/A
Career
First Appearances: - Alta Fidelidade (2000) as Carla
Most Important Roles: - Sombras Brancas (2023) as Alexandra Alpha
- Em Câmara Lenta (2012) as Ma Vie
- A Moral Conjugal (2012) as
- My Name Is Bernadette (2011) as Sophie Pailhasson
- Bairro (2013) as Diana
- Shoot Me (2010) as Teresa
- Casanova Variations (2014) as Lady Doctor
- Catarina and the others (2011) as Woman 1
- Lines of Wellington (2012) as Maria de Jesus Almeida
- In Evil Hour (2006) as Rebeca Assis
Career Highlights: - Sombras Brancas (2023)
- Em Câmara Lenta (2012)
- A Moral Conjugal (2012)
- My Name Is Bernadette (2011)
- Bairro (2013)
- Shoot Me (2010)
- Casanova Variations (2014)
- Catarina and the others (2011)
- Lines of Wellington (2012)
- In Evil Hour (2006)
Awards
Awards: - Nominated for 1 Golden Globe - Best Actress - Television (2022)
- Nominated for 1 Golden Globe - Best Actress - Television (2021)
- Nominated for 1 Golden Globe - Best Actress (2014)
- Won Golden Globe - Best Actress (2011)
- Won Prémio Autores - Best Actress (2014)
- Nominated for 1 Prémio Autores - Best Actress (2011)
- Nominated for 1 CinEuphoria - Best Ensemble - National Competition (2013)
- Won CinEuphoria - Best Actress - National Competition (2011)
- Nominated for 1 Sophia - Best Actress (Melhor Actriz) (2014)
- Nominated for 1 Sophia - Best Supporting Actress (2013)
- Nominated for 1 Troféu TV 7 Dias - Best Actress - Series (2021)
- Nominated for 1 Troféu TV 7 Dias - Best Actress in the Cast - Telenovela (2016)
- Nominated for 1 Troféu TV 7 Dias - Best Leading Actress - Telenovela (2014)
- Nominated for 1 Troféu TV 7 Dias - Best Actress - Series (2010)
- Nominated for 1 Prémios Àquila - Best Actress - Television (2022)
- Nominated for 1 Jury Award - Best Actress - Television (2018)
- Won Film Award - Honorary Award (2021)
- Nominated for 1 Fantastic Award (Prémios Fantastic) - Best Leading Actress - Television (Melhor Actriz Protagonista - Televisão) (2022)
- Nominated for 1 Fantastic Award (Prémios Fantastic) - Best Leading Actress - Television (Melhor Actriz Protagonista - Televisão) (2021)
- Nominated for 1 Fantastic Award (Prémios Fantastic) - Best Supporting Actress - Television (Melhor Actriz Secundária - Televisão) (2020)
Full Biography
Maria João Bastos starred as 'The Bride' in the short film 'Shoot Me (2010)'. The film explores themes of love, passion, regret, and redemption through her character's journey as she grapples with her past while preparing for her wedding.
