Rodrigo Aragão

Rodrigo Aragão is a director screenwriter and special effects makeup artist recognized as one of the leading names in genre cinema in Brazil Born in Guarapari in the state of Espírito Santo he is the founder of the production company Fábulas Filmes and gained recognition with films such as Mangue Negro 2008 A Noite do Chupacabras 2011 A Mata Negra 2018 and O Cemitério das Almas Perdidas 2020 works that blend horror Brazilian folklore and social critique His films have screened at over 140 festivals worldwide and received 36 awards both national and international In addition to directing he is recognized for his work in makeup and practical effects collaborating with a wide range of productions throughout Brazil His career has been a fruitful and independent one marked by partnerships and collaborations with major players in the audiovisual industry such as Globo Filmes O2 and RT Features In 2023 Fábulas opened its own studio in Guarapari marking a new chapter for the company as it rebrands and expands its market presence broadening its scope