Manoel de Oliveira 1908 – 2015

Biography

Manoel de Oliveira was born in Porto on December 11, 1908, during a transformative period in Portuguese history. He would go on to become a renowned Portuguese film director, dedicating much of his long life to the art of cinema. Throughout his career, Oliveira established himself as a significant figure in Portuguese filmmaking, contributing to the nation’s cultural heritage through his work behind the camera.

Oliveira spent most of his life in his native city of Porto, where he was born and would ultimately pass away. His nearly 107 years were marked by a deep commitment to his craft and to his homeland. On April 2, 2015, he died of heart failure, leaving behind a legacy as one of Portugal’s notable cinematic voices. He was laid to rest at the Cemetery of Agramonte in the Cedofeita district of Porto, returning to the city that had shaped his life and work.