ADOLPHO KNAUTH
Director - Screenwriter

Among his most recent works is the direction and collaboration on the screenplay of the feature film “JUNTOS PARA SEMPRE”, an adaptation of Walcyr Carrasco’s work (released in 2025). He is the creator and director of the teen musical series “USE SUA VOZ” (MAX Original), nominated in three categories at the PRÊMIOS PRODU 2023, including Best Youth Series and Musical. Screenwriter, director, and producer of the romantic comedy “ALTOS E BAIXOS”. He directed and produced the teen musical comedy “O MELHOR VERÃO DAS NOSSAS VIDAS”, nominated for the Grand Prize of Brazilian Cinema (2021) in the Best Children’s Feature category. He directed and produced the series “POR TRÁS DA MÚSICA” (Gloob and YouTube), nominated for Best Digital Content at #MPN20. As creator, screenwriter, director, and producer, he launched the musical animated children’s series “DÓ-RÉ MUNDO”, broadcast in Brazil by Zoo Moo and in over 180 countries. He worked as assistant director on the soap opera “ESCRAVA MÃE” and the police series “NA MIRA DO CRIME” (Record, FOX, and FX). He has directed and produced music videos for renowned artists such as Emicida, Arlindo Cruz, Sophia Abrahão, and Micael Borges. He is currently developing new projects for streaming platforms.

Profession

  • Director and Screenwriter

Filmography

  • “JUNTOS PARA SEMPRE” (2025) – Feature Film. Director, screenplay collaborator, and producer.
  • “USE SUA VOZ” (2023) – Teen Musical Series (10 episodes). Creator and Director.
  • “NOSSA VOZ” (2023) – Musical Special. Creator and Director.
  • “ALTOS E BAIXOS” (2025) – Feature Film. Screenwriter, Director, and Producer.
  • “LULI” (2022) – Feature Film. Assistant Director.
  • “O MELHOR VERÃO DAS NOSSAS VIDAS” (2021) – Feature Film. Director and Producer.
  • “POR TRÁS DA MÚSICA” (2020) – Series aired on Gloob and YouTube. Director and Producer.
  • “DÓ-RÉ MUNDO” (2019) – 2D Musical Children’s Animation (Series). Creator, Screenwriter, Director, and Producer.
  • “JÁ OUVI FALAR” (2018) – Musical Documentary. Screenwriter, Director, and Producer.
  • “ESCRAVA MÃE” (2016) – Soap Opera. Assistant Director.
  • “NA MIRA DO CRIME” (2015) – Police Series. Assistant Director.
  • “DRINKS DESEJOS DESVIOS” (2008) – Short Film. Director and Producer.

Other Works

  • Advertising Films and Branded Content (2013–2018) – Advertising Campaigns. Director and Producer.
  • Music Videos (2013–2018) – Music Videos for National and International Artists. Director.
  • Soap Operas and Series at Record TV (2007–2013) – Soap Operas and Series. Assistant Director.

Awards and Nominations

  • “USE SUA VOZ” (2023)
    • PRÊMIOS PRODU (2023) – Best Youth Series, Best Musical Series, and Best Lead Actress.
  • “O MELHOR VERÃO DAS NOSSAS VIDAS” (2021)
    • Nominated for the Grand Prize of Brazilian Cinema (2021) in the Best Children’s Feature category.