Daniel Monjardim
- Actor
- Cinematographer
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Daniel Monjardim is an emerging actor, director, singer, model, and screenwriter recognized for his diverse contributions to Brazilian theater and cinema. He began his artistic journey in 2017 with the short film "2 Sobre 1," marking his initial entry into the film industry.
In 2018, Monjardim pursued formal training in Performing Arts at Universidade Vila Velha, where he enhanced his theatrical and cinematic skills. His early career featured performances in numerous short films, including "O Fruto Proibido" (2019), "Jazigo" (2020), and "O Ano do Rato" (2020), demonstrating his versatility as an actor.
A significant milestone in Monjardim's career was his role in the critically acclaimed feature film "Os Primeiros Soldados" (2022), directed by Rodrigo de Oliveira, which addressed the AIDS epidemic's impact on the LGBTQIA+ community in Brazil during the 1980s. His directorial talents are highlighted by the short film "Tentação," which underscores his growing interest behind the camera.
Monjardim is notably committed to inclusivity within the arts, participating actively in initiatives like the Coletivo Cena Diversa. His involvement includes the inclusive theater project "Pele" (2019), featuring wheelchair-using artists, and the Lab. Sonoridades (2020), dedicated to diverse vocal expressions and sound abstractions.
Though maintaining a relatively modest public profile online, Daniel's contributions significantly impact Brazilian culture, particularly through his advocacy for inclusive and socially relevant storytelling. His continued dedication to the arts positions him as a prominent, rising figure within Brazil's cultural landscape.
In 2018, Monjardim pursued formal training in Performing Arts at Universidade Vila Velha, where he enhanced his theatrical and cinematic skills. His early career featured performances in numerous short films, including "O Fruto Proibido" (2019), "Jazigo" (2020), and "O Ano do Rato" (2020), demonstrating his versatility as an actor.
A significant milestone in Monjardim's career was his role in the critically acclaimed feature film "Os Primeiros Soldados" (2022), directed by Rodrigo de Oliveira, which addressed the AIDS epidemic's impact on the LGBTQIA+ community in Brazil during the 1980s. His directorial talents are highlighted by the short film "Tentação," which underscores his growing interest behind the camera.
Monjardim is notably committed to inclusivity within the arts, participating actively in initiatives like the Coletivo Cena Diversa. His involvement includes the inclusive theater project "Pele" (2019), featuring wheelchair-using artists, and the Lab. Sonoridades (2020), dedicated to diverse vocal expressions and sound abstractions.
Though maintaining a relatively modest public profile online, Daniel's contributions significantly impact Brazilian culture, particularly through his advocacy for inclusive and socially relevant storytelling. His continued dedication to the arts positions him as a prominent, rising figure within Brazil's cultural landscape.
